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PAGE 

Emerson, Charles S 96 

Holt, Hiram Co., The 246 

Hobbs, M. C. &Co 256 

Royal, W. B. «& Co 282 

ATTORNEYS. 

Belcher, S. Clifford 247 

Bearce & Stearus 287 

Bisbee, George D 320 

Chandler, David H 262 

Greenleaf, E. O 250 

Stilphen, A. C 147 

Stevens, Greenlief T 224 

BOOKSELLERS AND STATIONERS. 

Bixby & Buck 184 

Cashing, George 190 

Chandler & Estes 60 

Douglass & Cook 86 

Denuison, B. L 334 

Ellis, W. W 35 

Estes, Nelson D 43 

Fernald, J. M 52 

Mitchell, W. A 315 

Stacy, E. lyj 225 

Stevens, Byron 332 

Towusend, A. W 336 



BANKS AND BANKERS. 

Auburn Savings 81 

Augusta " 12& 

Bath " 349 

Brunswick Savings Institution 328 

First National, The (Augusta) 131 

First " (Bath) 345 

Franklin County Savings (Farmington) 244 

Granite National (Augusta) 137 

Gardiner " 162 

Gardiner Savings Institution 158 

Hallowell National 173 

Lincoln " (Bath) 346 

Manufacturers National (Lewiston) 65 

Merchants " (Gardiner) 167 

Marine " (Bath) 348 

May, Samuel E. & Co 58 

National Shoe & Leather (Auburn) 93 

Northern National (Hallowell) 174 

Oakland " (Gardiner) 169 

People's Savings (Lewiston) 72' 

People's Trust Co. (Farmington) 243 

People's Twenty-Five Cent Savings (Bath).. 351 

Pejepscott National (Brunswick) 329 

Sagadahoc " (Bath) 350 

Winthrop " 298 

• BOOK BINDERS. • 

Neal. Mrs.. 46 

Smith &Reid 117 



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INDEX. 



BAKERS AND CONFECTIONERS. 

Cumrainffs, S. A f36 

Dickson, John 55 

Johnson & Percival 121 

Norris, F. B 46 

Otten, A 216 

Snow, F. D 330 

BOOT AND SHOE MANUFACTURERS. 

Bailey, L. M 315 

CaldwelKfe Libby 306 

Cobb, John F. & Co 80 

Cummings, C. B. & Sous 288 

Cushman, Ara Co 97 

Davis, H. E. & Co , 318 

Dennison, H. P 314 

Dingley, Foss & Co 85 

Jordan, M. V. B 317 

Morgan, \V. F. & Co 303 

Smith, Pray & Co 92 

Wi-e & Cooper 94 

BOOTS AND SHO£S— Retail. 

Atwood, J. F 82 

Attwood, George B 83 

Atkins, Edwin H 176 

€lair, J. B 222 

Day, F. 1 47 

Hersey, F. L 124 

Hatch Brotliers 26 1 

Hatch, Davis, J r 346 

Kenney & Swett 293 

Kenney &, Piuramer 281 

Loud, Percy 207 

Lemont, M. M 350 

Morrell, C. O .52 

Stone. W. R 126 

Stephenson, A. L 151 

Soule, S. & Son 163 

Swain, A 227 

Smith, C. R 279 

Shaw, A. S. & Co 310 

CARRIAGES MANUF'S AND DEALERS. 

Benson, H. A. & Co 225 

Bickneil, S. & Son 311 

Clark, Hiram ■. 122 

Flinn James T 222 

•Gilsou, P. H 160 

Litchfield, C. J. & Co 83 

Libby, J. B 150 

Nevens, C. T 81 

Packard, C. F. & Co 252 

Smith &, Gardiner 168 

Wade iSr. Dunton 60 

Wilshire, George II. & Co 215 

Warren, F. A. & Son 32 



CROCKERY. CHINA AND GI.ASS. 

Ballard, George S 124 

Darrab, J. G 213 

Lander, J. C 146 

Pierce, A. J 130 

Wood Daniel 62 

CLOTHING MANUFACTURERS. 

Bucknam. J. A. & Co 268 

Dunning, M. S 352 

Dillaway, S ;,. 354 

McGrillis, N. L....'. 197 

CIGAR MANUFACTURERS. 

Kane & Stuber 161 

Lowell, D. W 55 

Lowell & Putnam 211 

COAL & WOOD, HAY & STRAW. 

Ayer & Greeley 226 

Briggs, C. H 84 

Currier, S 174 

Chancy, J. F 332 

Dorman, H. P. & Co 68 

Dow tfe Green 217 

Davis, S. (t 300 

Flood, G. S. & Co 213 

Hayden, J. F 353 

aagar, W. S 305 

Olys, William B 342 

Potter, A. H 160 

Robbius, L. C 44 

Smith. H. R. & Son 84 

Stone, E 124 

Spear & Whitmore 331 

Wood, J. N 71 

DENTISTS. 

Bailey, Emery 58 

Bryant, Charles 135 

Bates, H. A 345 

Bigelow, F. B 87 

Damon, M. L 223 

Davis, J. W 231 

Hardy, B. M 260 

Leavitt, H. & Son 183 

Merrill, E. C 261 

Roberts, E.J 132 

Titcomb, A. C 138 

Woodbury, N. & Son 61 

DOOR. SASH AND BLIND MANUFACTURING. 

Bangs Brothers 131 

Hathaway, C. L 295 

Johnson, James A 35 

Maxim, S. P. & Son ; . . . . 279 

Stevens, D. B 38 

DRESSMAKERS. 

Randall, William Mrs 262 

Wilder, K. F. Miss t 256 

Welch, M. N. Miss 265 



INDEX. 



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DRUGGISTS. 

Anderson Samuel. . . .' 341 

Allen, C. \\ 329 

Abbott, Charles A 40 

Allen, G. M 59 

Auburn Drug and Chemical Co 85 

Alden, Burt L. & Co 94 

Barbour, H. W 54 

Bixby & Buck 184 

Bridgham, Levi 198 

Clark, K. VV 48 

Gushing, Horatio W 189 

Gushing, George 390 

Cotton, F. iM 237 

Dorr, George VV 206 

Fuller, W. H 185 

Field, J. M 224 

Oilman, F. H 226 

Ooulding, George VV 227 

Oerry, A. M 280 

Harden, C. H 152 

Houlehan, John C 154 

Hawes, J. Q. A 177 

Heath, Aklcu A 178 

Jackson, J. A 150 

Johnson, E. W .330 

Kimball, O. W. & Co 41 

Low, Ira H 217 

Mixer, J. M 128 

Marr, C. E 263 

Noyes, A. O. Mrs 288 

Norway Medicine Co 289 

Olfene, E. A 41 

Partridge, ('harles K 119 

Partridge, Frank R 121 

Patten, R. T 186 

Robinson, William A 84 

Reynolds, Nathan 311 

Rawson, J. A 322 

Springali & Co 196 

ShurtlefE, F. A 278 

Tarbox, S. 261 

Thomas, M. B .312 

Towiie, J. S 334 

Wakefield Brothers 43 

Warren, G. E 1.53 

Walker, J. C 271 

Wilson, F. H 332 



DKT AND FANCY GOODS. 

Atwood, C. B. & Sons 322 

Atkins, O. A 82 

Bartlett, F. & Sou 89 

Bussell & Weston 139 

Brown, George W 1.56 

Bucknam, J. A. & Co 268 



Bolster, N. Dayton 277 

Bowker, C. VV. & Co 283 

Boardman, S. J ^^^ 

Childs & Staples 311 

Chickering, J. F 317 

Darrah, VV. C 59 

Ehrenfried, George ^^ 

Files, Everett F 239 

Gallert, D 206 

Gore & Davis 315 

Hill Brothers 8^ 

Hamlen, C. N ^'^ 

Heselton Bros. & Co ^87 

Hines, J. W 251 

Howe & Ridlon 288 

Ireland, S. S ^^^ 

299 

" '. , 146 

254 



Kelly E. O... 
Little, Z. F.. 
Lowell, E. H 

Mooney, F. P. Mrs ^^ 

Norton, A. C 
Paul, E. S. & Co 



255 
35 



Philbrook & Leighton ^24 



Preble, Sidney T 

Presby, L. A. & (Jo 

Pelletier, O. J 

Piper, G. T. & Co 

Purington, John L 

Prince, S. B, & Z. S 

Percy, D. T. & Son 

Kamsdell, H 

Rice, H. H 

Soper, L. H 

Smith, Harmon 

Stetson , G. C 

Tattle & Frazier 238 

Tuttle George A 343 

Tubbs, C. N. & Co 291 

White & Wildes ^84 

Webb. F. C. & Co 335 



177 
205 
218 
236 
354 
293 
360 
243 
263 
209 
3C7 
333 



FRUIT, CONFECTIONERY AND CIGARS. 



Bangs, F. A 

Eaton, Charles A.. 

Foye, D. W 

Field, William R... 
Goss, A. D. &E. F.. 

Hatch, John C 

Harlow, A. E 

Learned, Amos 

Morton, L. J 

Pollister. S. A 

Porter, W. A 

Royal, M. N. & Co. 
Stackpole, George. 
Spinney & Hayes., 



2.54 

44 

236 

335 

86 

43 

53 

238 

272 

95 

283 

274 

216 

353 



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INDEX. 



FI.OUR, GRAIN AND FEED. 

Bartlett & Dennis 156 

Brewster, W. E 197 

Beaumont Edward 337 

Cony, Daniel A. & Co 115 

Currier, S 174 

Dill, Benj. U : 162 

Day & Co 177 

Gardner, Benjamin 131 

Ham, J. B. & Co 38 

Holway, Oscar & Co 98 

Hooker, C. A 356 

Jackson & Curtis 304 

McGrillis, C. P 195 

McLure & Danfortli 222 

Mitchell, G. J 349 

Mallet E. B., Jr 314 

Parrott, B. F. & Co 123 

Pai tridge & Danforth 294 

Ranger & Butler 265 

Savage, Frank J 235 

Tibbetts, J. E. cfe Co 86 

Tufts, M. P 260 

Willis Henry & Co 95 

Woodbury, Morrill & Gage 189 

Wait, Charles S 256 

Waterville Grist Mill, The 208 

FURNITURE AND CARPETS, 

Allen, Daniel & Co 40 

Allen, George A 94 

Adams, T. H 264 

Bradford, Conant & Co 33 

Blake, L. L. & Co 48 

Cummings, Charles S 28S 

Emerson, O. E 2( 7 

Fairbrother, E. F. & Co 183 

Groves, Oscar H 126 

Perry, D. B 270 

Preble & Keene 152 

Record, S 49 

Sturgis, Charles M 116 

Snell, George 354 

Titcomb & Cole 253 

Vaughan, Thomas 89 

Wells, A. L. & Co 118 

Wheeler, W. H 228 

FURNITURE MANUFACTURERS. 

Batchelder, J. & Son 224 

Cilley, J. A. & Co 233 

Fairfield Furniture Co 232 

Flagg, Charles & Son 304 

Moore, W. H 155 

Trask, T. 247 

Wadsworth Brothers 151 



FRUIT AND PRODUCE— Wholesale. 

Bolster, H. N 279 

Crowell, C. S. & Co 55 

Downing, G. P 287 

Soule, K. W 121 

Wing, F. A. & Co 207 

FISH AND OYSTERS. 

Atwood, Abram 36 

Jenkins, Charles 138 

Moulton, M. S. & Co 127 

Sabourin Elie 45 

GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS. 

Atwood, Abram 36 

Atwood, C. B. & Sous 322 

Atwood & Lowell 92 

Arnold, George D 190 

Blake, Spear & Co 66 

Bicknell Henry W 123 

Baker, Thomas M 126 

Boynton & Farr 130 

Braun Brothers ife Co 154 

Bartlett & Dennis 156 

Brewster, W. E 197 

Bolster, >f. Dayton 277 

Brlggs, F. C 278 

Bennett, J. C. & Co 295 

Barron, F. W 331 

Chase & Bean 92 

Crafts, A. B 99 

Cony, Daniel A.. fe Co 115 

Caswell, H. C 132 

Childs & Staplt^s 311 

Chickering, J. F 317 

Chase, H. L. ct \V. E 357 

Douglas, E. C 3S 

Dingley, John & Co 83 

Dill, Benjamin U 162 

Day & Co 177 

Dyer, A. C. 280 

Fuller, T. & Son 124 

Fuller, James E 12» 

Fuller, A. A Son 164 

Fogg. F. J 196 

Garner, John 6^ 

Gordon, A. K. P 96 

Gardiner Beef Co 170 

Gerry, E 264 

Gould, D. C. & Co 346 

Gilbert & Foss 294 

Gore & Davis 315 

Ilutchins, E. H 40 

Howard Brothers 45^ 

Haskell, I. N. & Co 91 

Hill, Lucius 121 

Flaskell, George D 136 

Harringt'jn, A. C 176 



INDEX. 



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Hillman, R. S 188 

Hines, J. W 251 

Howe & Ridloii 288 

Harris, R. C 344 

Hamlin, J. H 310 

Harris, F. N. (Wholesale) 252 

Jones, Levi tfe Co 298 

Jordan, B. R. & Co 329 

Lord, J. C. A- Son : 60 

Libby, George C 122 

Lowell & Simmons 174 

Leighton & Haines 196 

Lincoln, W. M 206 

Leonard, A. W 221 

Lowell, E. H 254 

Mitchell, Isaiali 89 

McGrillis, C. P 195 

Marshall, Paul 215 

Morse & Cannon 216 

McLure & Dauforth 222 

McDonald, F. H. Co 274 

Morin, E. D 332 

Nealey & Miller 33 

Nichols, T. L 355 

Peabody, J. L. .t Co 58 

Penley, Arthur M 87 

Peables & Garcelon 89 

Parsons, J 55 

Penley, Albert .M 94 

Pulsifer, W 95 

Pinkham, H. D 178 

Pierce, A. A 184 

Patterson, H. D. A Co 186 

Prescott, E. S 190 

Pooler, Fred 214 

Preston, L. G 254 

Peterson, W. 337 

Partridge & Danforth , 294 

Eoche & Curran 42 

Ring, William H 169 

Rogers, L. W 216 

Ranger & Butler 265 

Russell, Waller S 342 

Stevens & Goss 82 

Stevens, Edwin T.. 80 

Symmes, J. C 88 

Savage, C. B 120 

Smith, Tobey & Co 161 

Spaulding, A. C. & Bro 806 

Smith, Harmon 307 

Snow, L. D 335 

Thompson & Howes 185 

Towne, Edwin 207 

Tufts, M. P 260 

Tarbox, S. 261 

Tubbs, C. N. & Co 291 

Umbei bine, I. F 30(i 

Voter, Warren S 307 



Webber, F. L 138 

Wakefield, C. E. & Son 149 

Woodbury, Morrill & Gage 189 

Wiggin & Nye 236 

Waugh, James H 255 

Wait, Charles S 256 

Witham, L. E. & Co 263 

Williams, A. F 353 

Webber, W. G. & Co 304 

W«bb, F. C. & Co 335 

HOTELS. 

Andrews House 279 

Cony House 139 

Commercial House 345 

Cushirtg Hotel 317 

De Witt, The 70 

Exchange Hotel (Lewiston) 69 

Elm House { Auburn ) 97 

Elm House (Farmington) 253 

Elm House (Norway) 286 

Evans Hotel 166 

Elmwood Hotel 210 

Exchange Hotel (Farmington) 254 

Elms, The (Mechanic Falls) 271 

Franklin House 140 

Fairfield House. 235 

Hesclton Hotel 188 

Harlow House 316 

Lincoln House 68 

Park House ^8 

Rockingham Hotel 73 

Revere House 95 

Stoddard House 260 

Tebbetts, C. C 294 

Tontine Hotel...- 331 

Willows " 245 

Wintbrop House 299 

HOUSE AND SIGN PAINTERS. 

Bubier & Mason 67 

Beale, C. & Co 140 

Berry, John W l^-"* 

Davies, George F 208 

Dunham, A. H 280 

Manchester, J. R ^^8 

Redmond, James B 227 

Sherman, J. M 65 

Storah, F. H. & Co 93 

Spaulding & Kennison 214 

Shepard, J. H 354 

Walker, E. L 189 

HATS AND GENT'S FURNISHINGS. 

Davis, E. E. & Co H^ 

Hamlin, J. H 310 

Kane & Stuber 161 

Murphy, T. J • ^^ 

Mathews, F. W H^ 



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INDEX. 



HARNESS, TRUNKS, ETC. 

Callahan, T. F. & Co 66 

Chase, L. W 191 

Carsley, J. W 255 

Covel, N. & W. C 345 

Dickinson, S. A 209 

Fish, S. D. &.Son 104 

Fairar, Byron 250 

Graves, E. A .386 

Hamlen, H. H 125 

Longley, J. P 49 

Littlefield, Fred «& Co 164 

Michaud, George B 45 

Philbrook, G. C. 2:J7 

Bobbins, F. A 212 

Sager, E. A 150 

Scott, James H .S44 

Tucker, C. S 291 

"Wood & Walker 90 

Williams, J. D 28.3 

Warren, F. A. & Son 321 

LAUNDRIES AND DYE HOUSES. 

Barbier, Emile 130 

Dirigo Laundry (D. B. Morse) 272 

Hatch, H. E 349 

Le Blanc, Joseph 53 

Low Brothers (Star laundry) 211 

Norway, August 293 

Quimby, A. K. P 52 

Wing. L. B 153 

LIME, HAY, CEMENT, ETC. 

Flood, G. S. & Co 213 

Nichols, Read 355 

Sawtelle, J. R 156 

LIVERY, BOARDING AND SALE STABLES. 

Alexander & Hubbard 334 

Bradbury, R. S 87 

Bryant, G. A 140 

Cony, G. A. & H 133 

Chase, L. W 191 

Cummings, O. M 293 

Dunning, Charles W 348 

Emerson, S. L 90 

Colder, L S 48 

Hanson, F. M 213 

Hill, C. A ..'. 214 

Jewell, Williim. 151 

Legard, George E ;5I6 

Mills Brothers 223 

Mitchell, W. A 315 

Perkins, Hiram 272 

Savage, Parker N 138 

Shorey, C. & Co 208 

Trask, C. F 152 

Tasker, E. D. A Co 159 

Wilshire, George H. & Co 215 

Waterman & Jordan 271 



LUMBER MFGS. AND PLANING MILLS. 

Allen, M. J 190 

Brown, S. T. & E. M 330 

Bradstreet, J. S. & F. T 159 

Clark & Milliken 305 

Canton Steam Mill Co 309 

Duren, A. H. & C. E 233 

Davis, S. G 300 

Flanders, E. A 200 

Gray, Joshua & Son 1 63 

Gould, C. A 265 

Haley, James E 352 

Hathaway, C. L 295 

Irish, C. M. & H. A 322 

Jordan, Frost & Co 37 

Jewett, H. W. <& Co 162 

Kennebec Framing & Lumber Co 231 

Lawrence Brothers 165 

Maxcy S. N. Mfg. Co 157 

Nye, Stephen A 233 

Oakland Mfg. Co 148 

Pingree, R. C. & Co .35 

Prescott, J. F 244 

Ranger, Geoi'ge W 264 

Totman, N. & Sons 233 

Totman, E. & Co 236 

Trafton, N. A 294 

Varney, J .349 

Weston & Brainard 183 

MISCELLANEOUS. 

Auburn, Historical Sketch of 74 

Augusta, " " " 100 

Bearce & Clifford Construction Co., The. . . 38 

Batii, Historical Sketch of. 338 

Buckfield, " " " 318 

Brunswick," " " 323 

Brown, Levi G. (horseshoeing) 251 

Conant, S. F. (compound vapor bath) 182 

Canton, Historical Sketch of 308 

Chase, Homer N. & Co. (nurserymen) 320 

Dickey, H. H. & Son (leather belting) 34 

Dexter, Historical Sketch of 191 

Drake, G. ( baskets) 265 

Dunbar, M. C. (human hair) 41 

Equitable Mortgage Co 360 

Field, D. P. & Co. (ice) 67 

Fairfield, Historical Sketch of 229 

Farmington, " " " 239 

Farmington Mfg. Co. The, (ear protectors).. 257 

Freeport, Historical Sketch of 313 

Gardiner, " " " 141 

Gower, John (book publications) 299 

Horton & Pierce (rubber goods) 37 

Heath & Tainter (sewing machines) 51 

Hallowell, Historical Sketch of 170 

Hooper C. T. & Sons (wall papers, curtains) 359 

Kennebec Light & Heat Co 113 

Lewis, E. E. (architect) 169 



INDEX. 



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Moses, Charles T. (corn packer) 19S 

Mechanic Falls, Historical Sketch of :^66 

Mason, W. W. (truckiiiff) 347 

Newman, Lara & Co. (ice) ^^ 

Norway, Historical Sketch of 2^4 

Norway Tanning Co 286 

Oakland, Historical Sketch of. 218 

Oxford County Dairying Asso 322 

Roak, George M. (florist) 88 

Riggs, G. L. & A. S. (tanners) 2.^)6 

Richmond, Historical Sketch of. 301 

Singer Mnfg. Co 49 

Stone, H. L. (bicycles) 126 

Skowhegan, Historical Sketch of 179 

South Paris, Historical Sketch' of 27.5 

Trafton, N. A. (cattle and sheep) 294 

Varney, E. V. (horse-shoeing) 262 

Waterville, Historical Sketch of 200 

Winthrop, Historical Sketch of. 296 

Young, Freeland (billiards) 290 

MANUFACTURERS. 

Bailey's C. M. .Sons & Cj. (oil cloths) 299 

Dunn Edge Tool Co 220 

Eureka Hosiery Co 99 

Emerson & Stevens Mnfg. Co. (scythes, axes) 224 

Fuller & Co. (whiting and putty) 175 

Hutchins, H. Wesley (boxes) 82 

Hubbard & Blake (edge tools) 223 

Holt Hiram Co., The (bay knives) 246 

Irish, F. L. & Co. (brush blocks) 321 

Irish, C. M.& H. A (biush blocks) 322 

Jackson, J. S. & Son (block mfrs.) 357 

Lewiston Machine Co 37 

Lewiston Bleachery & Dye Works 54 

Lucas, C. II. (screw drivers) 310 

Morbe, Mark (paper boxes) 96 

Marshall, C. (shovel handles) 225 

Pulsifer, J. Roak (leather counters) 90 

Paris Mnfg. Co. (children's carts, etc.) 277 

Skinner, H. B. & Co. (bobbins, spools, etc.) 72 

Wheeler, Charles E. (fishing rods) 262 

Withington, C. & Sons (brushes) 321 

MARBLE AND GRANITE. 

Auburn Marble and Monumental VVorks. . . 91 

Augusta Marble Works 127 

Augusta and Waterville Marble Works 139 

Blaisdell, Stephen 223 

Boston, E. C 305 

Faugbt, Henry M 128 

Gardiner Marble Works 161 

Morse & Bridges 197 

0'Connell,J. J 47 

O'Connor & Owen 292 

Verrill A. J. & Co 86 



MACHINISTS AND FOUNDERS. 

Carman & Thompson 54 

Dexter Machine Co 195 

Dustin & Hubbard Mfg. Co 221 

Eagle Iron Works l"?? 

Field. Edwin F 48 

Fay & Scott 199 

Gay & Parsons 120 

Greenwood, Chester 257 

Holmes Gear Works, The 167 

Hallowell Iron Foundry 175 

Jones, A. C 278 

Jumper, Charles H 39 

King, A. B. & Co 46 

Perry, Joseph 156 

Penney, J. W. & Sons 273 

Purinton, F. H 328 

Robbins & Sons 163 

Watson, S. J 3.50 

MASONS AND CARPENTERS. 

Chaney, H. W 187 

Colby, C. II 333 

Gilpatrick, E 215 

Hnyden & Robinson 217 

Jordan, C. A 99 

Libby, W. A 68 



iTIIIil.lIVEKV AND FAIVCV CiOOD.*!). 



Atwood, L. Mrs 

Bigelow, H. H. Mrs. 
Chase, F. E. Mrs. . . . 
Chase, E. A. Miss.. . 



58 
189 
287 
336 



Dean, N. E. Miss 282 

Dillingham, A. Mies 315 

Emery, A. L. Miss , . 300 

Fhigg. B. R. Mrs 185 

Frizzell, B. F. Mr. & Mrs 222 

Farnham, Julia A. Mrs 228 

Hacker, A. Miss 3-37 

Jordan, L. M. Miss 134 

Lemont, J. T. Mrs 66 

Page, George R 68 

Packard, G. M 292 

Rouse, E. A. W. Mrs 342 

Stewart. G. C 247 

Smith, M. A. Mrs 336 

Wilson, C. R. Mrs 304 

PI.IJ;VIBER!$ AND OAS FITTERS. 

Green, John 237 

Goodwin, W. R 64 

Johnson, D. H 176 

Learned & Brown 208 

Smith, John B. & Co 61 

Taber, Henry A '. 212 

Ward, A. D 123 



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INDEX. 



PICTURE FRAINEE:!^ AiVDEIVURAVINOM. 

Excelsior Picture Frame Co 280 

Knowlton, D. P 135 

Piper, J. C. 345 

Wardwell, H. B 66 

PIANOS, OROANS, 1HU!^ICAE< IIV8TRU- 

UIENTS AND MUSIC. 

Allen, C. A 250 

Bucknam, J. A. & Co 2()8 

Ballard, L. VV 39 

Barker, M. B. Mrs 56 

Bean & Hamlin 139 

Chadwick, W. E 212 

Carpenter, Gilbert H 21(1 

Glover, George H 62 

Hunt, Charles C 136 

Hughes, J. D 164 

Heath & Tainter 51 

Lothrop, W. L 62 

Laughtou, N. J 63 

Taylor, N. S 47 

Towle, George F 311 

Wheeler, W. J 281 

Washburn, J. G 351 

PUBLISHERS, PRINTERS, ETC. 

Callahan, George A 67 

Calvert & Waldron ^ 73 

Dexter Gazette. ^ 197 

Farmington Chronicle 253 

Goodwin, H. L 264 i 

Howard H. W. Printing Co., The 341 

Knowlton, D. H. <fe Co 246 

Knowlton, McLeary & Co 246 

Morse. W. S 93 

Thompson, .J. W 309 

Weeks, W. H 45 

White, Charles R 158 

PHOTOGRAPHERS. 

Ayer, George O 1 27 

Call,B. L 195 

Carleton, C. G 209 

Hendee, J. S 138 

Hawkes, N. S 186 

Higgins, J. C. & Son ;!55 

Hatch, A 85f) 

Kimball, A. W 305 

Mclutosh, George ] (ii) 

Reed, A. O ;)33 

Stanley, F. E 5i) 

Sturtevant, E. E 185 

Starbird, E. R 255 

Vose, S. S. it Son 213 

Worthley, W. E. G 03 



PAPER MFRS. AND DEAL.ERS. 

Bowdoin Paper Mfg. Co 3.S7 

Hollius worth & Whitney Paper Co 158 

Poland Paper Co 274 

Richards Paper Co 167 

Wood, Robinson & Co 92 

Warren, S. D. & Co 162 

RESTAURANTS. 

Bennett, 1 123 

Bridge, VV. C 274 

Cressey, D. B 42 

Faiigrieve's Restaurant 191 

Hibbert, Samuel 41 

Harrison , George "W 344 

Potter, A. G 56 

REAL. ESTATE INSURANCE & INVEST- 
MENT SECURITIES. 

Bailey, A 152 

Berry, Arthur L 161 

Conant, F. A. & Co 50 

Davis, Farr & Co 125 

Davis, A. E 217 

Davenport George P 358 

Franklin Company, The 34 

Garcelon & Hunton Q6 

Howe, Freelaud 292 

Hall, W. T 306 

Kendall, J. C 316 

Lydston, William 56 

Maine Benefit Association 98 

Macomber, George E 133 

Maxcy, Josiah & Sons 154 

Neal, W. B 165 

Pennell, William M 331 

Small, J. T. & Co 60 

Stoddard, J L 164 

Voter, F.E 261 

SHIP BROKERS AND COMMISSION 
MERCHANTS. 

Drake, James B 343 

Davenport, (4eorge P 358 

Olys, William B 342 

SHIP CH.tNDIiERV, CORDAOE, ETC. 

Donnell, J. T. & Co , 353 

Johnson Brothers 355 

Lord, II. S 346 

SCHOOLS AND COLLEOES. 

Abbott Family School 248 

Colby University 210 

Dirigo Business College 125 

Farmington State Normal 258 

Lewiston Commercial, The 70 



INDEX. 



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STEAJUSniP LINES. 

Eastern Steamship Co ?>oS 

Kennebec Steamboat Co Ifi6 

Kennebec Steam Towing Co 159 

STOVES, HARDWARE, ETn. 

Allen, D. W. & Co 238 

Brooks, George B 91 

Brooks, S. S. & Co 130 

Blackwell, S. H 235 

Day, Josepli H 46 

Doian Furnace Co 187 

Emerson, O. E 207 

Folsom, C. VV 226 

Fai rar, S. L 352 

Greenwood, Charles 44 

Goss, A. L. & E. F 62 

Hardy, J. D 247 

Johnson, D. H 176 

Lander, J. C 146 

Leavitt, W. C 294 

Pratt, T. L. cfe Co 51 

Richardson & Libby 282 

Swanton, Jameson & Co 347 

Umbeihine, I. F 306 

Watson & Co 351 

Winslow, J. A. & Son 342 

Williamson, 136 

Ward, A. D 123 

SPORTING GOODS, ETC. 

Catland. T. E 42 

Cross, George W ]63 

Fairbanks, J. A 137 

Houghton, C. R 312 

Littlefield, John B 71 

Sabourin Elie 45 

TEXTIt,E MANUFACTURERS. 

Androscoggin Mills 57 

Avon Mill 71 

Abbott, Amos & Co 194 

Bates Manufacturing Co 57 

Barker Mills 97 

€\)ntinental Mills 72 

Edwards Manufacturing Co 137 

TAILORS AND CLOTHIERS. 

Andrews, L. H ;^;^r) 

Blaisdell. H. S 117 

Bickiiell & Neal 155 

B. B. C. C. (B. L. Filene) 350 

Carter, P]. B 1 Sfj 

Davis, E. E. & Co 114 

Dolloff & Dunham 217 

Dwinal, O. B. & C H 271 

Douglas, J . L 347 



Estes & Ward 184 

Elliott, F. Q 291 

Hall, A.J 120 

Hawthorne, W 357 

Isaacson, S. A. & I. B 64 

Johnson, A. A 225 

Kenney & Plummer 281 

Lincoln, G. W 198 

Ledyard, William 348 

Martin, P. E. & Co '52 

Maher, J. J. & Co 134 

Nasou, Charles H 129 

Pinkham & Sherburne 128 

Partridge. B. W 153 

Richards & Merrill 40 

Sykes, K. M. & Co .53 

Small, E.N 206 

Salley, U. G 237 

Snow, A. J 356 

Soule, Fred S 317 

Snow, Jordan 335 

Twombly, J. H. & Co 85 

UNDERTAKERS. 

Allen, Daniel & Co 40 

Adams, T. H 264 

Crane, F. E. A Co 43 

Clark, John M 347 

Dillingham. C. \V 300 

Dorman, K. S .321 

Flajig, Charles & Son 304 

Knuwlton, D. & Son 122 

Perry, D. B 270 

Stuigis, Charles M 116 

Vaughan, Thomas 39 

Wells, A. L. & Co 118 

Wheeler, W. H 228 

^VATCHES AND JEWELRV. 

Authoine, A. W. & \V. B .59 

Blethen, H. A 198 

Blake, E. G 245 

Clifford, C. W 3.52 

Davis, A. A 329 

Field, J. M 224 

Goodridge, F. J 211 

Hayden, Charles F 359 

Lord & Lowell 115 

Lambard, J. S 159 

Lovejoy, F. A 215 

Presson, George McL 244 

Rogers, G. S. & G. L 150 

Richards, S 278 

Spiiiigall, John VV 196 

Smith, O, W 317 

Wright, A. S 70 

Wood, J. H 209 

Woodward, C. A t 157 



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INDEX. 



TARISTIT STORES. 

Bolster, H. N 279 

Grossman, C. P 63 

Frizzle, B. F. Mr. and Mrs 222 

Hillman, R. S....: 188 

Owen, F. H 1^4 

Smith, L. A 251 



WATER COMPAIVIE». 

Augusta Water Works HI 

Gardiner Water Co 160" 

Richmond Water Co 303- 

Waterville Water Co 214 



HISTORICAL REVIEW 



OF THE 



CITY OF LBWISTON. 



INTRODUCTION. 



ej 



ri^HE genesis and evolution of a New England city is an event of large histori- 
WSWP cal signification and broad interest. From the solitude of a wilderness to the 
bustling prosj^erity of a great and enterprising city, there is a range of progress wide 
enough to cover almost every form of human activity, and every tiMusition of human 
life. First, a few settlers' camps clustering around the river; then a frontier village 
with all its privations and haunting fears; then a town just opening up to the concep- 
tions of national life and commercial possibilities; finally, the railroads and mills 
I'apidly develop the long nourished germs into the intenser and more highly-organized 
action of municipal life. To understand, the history of any city or country, one must 
know the character of the people, and the peculiar conditions of the environment 
which have affected their progress. To one interested in the welfare and destiny of 
the human race as suggested in its history, no less than to one on whom the charms 
and beauties of his native place have a strong, affectionate hold, the study of the 
growth of so representative a city as Lewiston reveals much of interest and value, 
and amply repays careful and continued study. 

IN THE DAY OF SMALL THINGS. 

Nature is not impartial, as we are sometimes asked to believe. She has her special 
favorites, on whom she lavishes her choicest treasures, and whose successful develop- 
ment is inevitable. When she gives vast motor power situated in a community and 
an age pre-eminnent for manufacturing, it is not without a meaning, as a centui-y or 
two plainly declares. As we grope among the misty traditions and mistier records 
that throw their feeble light on the early life of the now great industl'ial center 



18 HISTOBICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 

of Lewiston, we find that its charms and superiority were enrly recognized. Upon 
the aboriginal mind, the glimmer of a thought of what the place was fitted for and 
destined to became, could never have dawned, yet in their own crude way tliey seem 
to have been not incapable of appreciating it. Lured, not unlikely, by the music of 
the falls, in harmony with their own impetuous natures, they seem to have frequented 
this locality, even to have made it the favorite meeting-place and center of the tribe in 
this part of the State, which went by the euphonius title of Anasagunticooks. With 
their j^eculiar predeliction for high-sounding epithets, they dubbed the Lewiston Falls 
" Amitgonpontook," which we doubt if they themselves thoroughly understood, and 
certainly no one since has mastered its meaning to any marked extent. What sort of 
jubilations the Anasagunticooks used to enjoy themselves here withal, is not at the 
present time definitely known, but it doubtless was not much advanced on the usual 
manner of people of their range of intelligence. They seem to have liad a modified 
form of the ancient eastern religion of ancestor worship, and the fact that this was 
a great burial place of the tribe, undoubtedly made it a center for their religious'life 
and ceremonies. They seem to have been quite numerous, though Ear from strong 
and active. Numerous skeletons have been discovered in various parts of Lewiston, 
and these silent memorials will perhaps still occasionally lecall dim visions of a for- 
gotten past, when the names and memories of its early inhabitants shall be known by 
the place no more. 

Any one who follows the Androscoggin river up its broad, rushing course can see 
that the great falls that constitute its chief superiority, make it much more difiicult, 
indeed impracticable for navigation, compared with the Kennebec or the Penobscot; 
consequently, though the region at its mouth was settled about 1630, one of the earliest 
places so favored in the State, yet the portions of valuable land farther up the stream 
were settled later than many spots on the two other great rivers of Maine. It is un- 
necessary to go into a consideration of all the fluctuations and ti'ansitions of owner- 
ship through which the Androscoggin region, known as the Pejepscot Purchase, passed 
during the middle of the seventeenth century. Prominent among the Indian chief- 
tains who were active in these land treaties, was a certain Warumbee, a man of unu- 
sual discernment and ability, supposed to have had his headquarters in this vicinity. 
The endless disputes between proprietors, settlers and original owners, doubtless 
helped to retard the settlement of Lewiston, which was not practically effected until 
the year 1770. 

The original movers for the founding of Lewiston were two Boston merchants, 
Jonathan Bagley and Moses Little, also prominent members of the Pejepscot Com- 
pany, who in 1767 obtained a grant for the country about Lewiston Falls, and imme- 
diately set about the colonizing and developing of the region, whose advantages they 
were not slow to perceive. They decided to call the prospective town Lewiston, but 
for what reason does not appear. The ground surveyed was about five miles square, 
along the north side of the river, around the falls. The first actual settler was l^aul 
Hildreth, who arrived with his wife and infant child in the summer of 1770, from 
New Gloucester, N. H., and had soon erected his log cabin on the river bank, near 
the i^resent situation of the Continental mills. The family returned to New Glouces- 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTO^. 



19 



ter, where tliey spent the following winter, but came back and spent with two other 
families, several lonely seasons here before the gloom and loneliness were lighted up 
by the arrival of other strong spirits like their own. The families of David 
Pettingill and .Mr. Varnan of Dracut, Massachusetts, were also settled here in 



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LEWISTON FROM DAVID'S MOUNTAIN, 1888. 



the years 1770-71, and the former, particularly, became very influential in build- 
ing up the new settlement. Lawrence J. Harris accomplished more, perhaps, than 
any other one man in laying the foundations of Lewiston. He came in the au- 
tumn of 1770, with a company of eight workmen, and erected the frame of a mill 
at the falls, which he completed in the following spring, when he made a permanent 
settlement here. In consideration of his services he received large grants of land 
from the ])i-oprielors, Capt. Little and Col. Bagley, in addition to one hundred acres 
for each of his five sons to be selected in any jiart of the plantation, so that his fami- 
ly was very influential in building up the little town. The small size of the place 
w^as one great protection against Indian hostilities, which were never suffered here, 
except by rumor ;ind anticipation, the surrounding Indians always remaining friendly. 
The town was surveyed and laid out into fifty lots of one hundred acres each, by 
Amos Davis, in 1773, who himself settled here in 1774. The same year witnessed 
considerable accessions to their numbers, among otheis, Israel Herrick, Jesse Wright, 
Jacob Barker, Thomas and James Cjburn with their families, helped to increase the 



20 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 

now steadily-growing village. The Revolutionary War caused many families to set- 
tle back from the coast, beyond the reach of the English marauders, and the exces- 
sive taxation. Among others who were valuable accessions in 1775, were James Gar- 
celon, Josiah Mitchell, Joel Thompson, Stephen Coffin, Mark Pettingill, and Joel 
Wright. Daniel Reed, Jonathan Hodgkins, Ebenezer Ham, and Stephen Cummings, 
also came during the next few years, and added weight to the business and affairs of the 
place. Amos Davis was a leader in town affairs during its early history. He was 
the most prominent in advancing the interests of the Friends' Society in this vicinity, 
and among other gifts to advance the town, bequeathed ttie land on Sabattis Street, 
for the old burying ground. He also built a small wooden building which served for 
a number of years as the meeting and schoolhouse. 

Israel Herrick founded one of the ablest and strongest of Maine families. His 
son John founded the first tavern in this vicinity, and served the town for many years 
and in various capacities. He was long chairman of the selectmen, and was a mem- 
ber for many years of the Massachusetts Legislature, also taking part in the making 
of the State Constitution in 1820. He was widely noted for his unfailing generosity. 
Of his sons, Oliver won distinction as a captain in the war of 1812, and Ebenezer 
was elected to Congress, where he was a great honor to his native State, ranking 
among Maine's greatest legislators. 

James Garcelon was one of the leading members of the first board of Selectmen, 
and among his descendants has been a Governor of the State. 

Among the descendants of Ebenezer Ham, founiler of the Ham family of Lewis- 
ton, have been some of our most distingnished military and municipal officers. 

Daniel Reed was one of tlie youngest settlers in the new town, and gaining great 
respect and honor as the first school teacher, became one of the most influential of the 
town's citizens. He served in the town government for twenty-six years, being chair- 
man twelve; was town clerk fifteen years; served one term in the Massachusetts Leg- 
islature, and four in the Maine Legislature ; he was appointed by President Wash- 
ington to be the first postmaster of Lewiston, in 1795, and held the position for about 
forty years. 

A census of the town, taken in 1788, showed that there were seventy-six families 
settled here, and this number kept constantly increasing. Among other leading men 
who came about this time, were Messrs. Pettingill, Cole, Smith, Hinckley, Merrill 
Carvill, Ames, Hatch, Banks, Mitchell, Field, Lake, and Thorn. Lewiston, though 
very small at the time, had three representatives in the Revolutionaiy War, David 
Pettingill, who died in the service, his son Benjamin, and Joel Thompson. The town 
by rapid growth had increased to three hundred and thirty families in 1793. The 
records of the early meetings, held for the formation of a local government, together 
with other town documents have been lost, but in 1795, in response to a petition pre- 
sented the year before, a town charter was granted to the citizens of Lewiston, and a 
town government soon organized. The first selectmen were John Herrick, James Gar- 
celon, Joel Thompson, Winslow Ames, and Daniel Davis. The first town clerk was 
Noah Litchfield, who held the office for eight years ; among his successors have been 
Daniel Read, for fifteen years ; Winslow Ames, one year; Joel Thompson, six years ; 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON, 



21 



Nathaniel Reynolds, one year; Wm. Garcelon, seven years; Stephen H. Read, four 
years; John M, Frye, one year; S. G. Phillips, three years; E. P. Tobie, twenty- 
three years; John Smith, one year. 

At the time of incorporation, the Gore settlement was added to the Lewiston set- 
tlement in establishing the town. Among other traditions as to the name of Lewis- 







LISBON STEEET IN 1888, 



ton, is one ascribing it to an Indian of the region, named Lewis, who is said to have 
entered a canoe above the falls, while in a state of intoxication, and drifting away in 
the current, was carried over the falls and drowned. Just before going over he 
shouted (?) out to the observing spectators that they should name the falls " Lewis 
Falls." This rather apochryphal story contains in itself all refutation necessary, and 
it would require a great deal of credulity, as well as ignorance of the Indian mind, to 
deem it true for a minute. Like some of the n)yths which grew up in prehistoric 
days as an explanation of existing facts, it was undoubtedly an after-growth, devised 
by some ingenious mind anxious to solve the inexplicable problem of the origin of the 
town's name. 



22 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 

The closing years of the last century found the town already well established, 
growing steadily, with premonitions of its future prosperity just dawning in the most 
observing minds of its citizens. The center of the town was at what is now Lowell's 
Corner, and about this quite a country trading' business had been built up by David 
Davis, James Lowell and Nathan Reynolds, The only manufacturing, thus far, was 
that of the saw and grist mills, but the magnificent water power of the falls had not 
escaped observation, and plans of improvement were lying doriii;\nfc, which were des- 
tined to spring up in gi'eat enterprises early in the following century. The only 
means of communication with Portland and other towns was by means of the stage 
and team routes, and Lewiston was then considered quite remote in the backwoods, 
but here by itself in the woods were being laid the foundations of one of the most 
magnificent industrial developments New England has know^n. 

THE PROGRESS OF THE NINETEEN^TH CENTURY. 

The first few years of the century witnessed no remarkable events or growth, but 
by the end of the first decade it was already i*ecognized as a town of great promise. 
The greatest industrial achievement up to that time, was the erection by Col, Little, 
in 1809, of a large saw, grist, fulling and cai'ding mill combined, at a favorable place 
near the falls. Unfortunately this was burned in 1814. In the year 1811-12, the 
erection of the first meeting-house in the southern part of the town was a marked 
sign of progress. The town took a decided interest in the war of 1812, though the 
war brought only trouble and loss to itself. A company w;is raised hero in 1812, un- 
der the command of Capt. Oliver Horrick, and it suffered severe loss in the engage- 
ment on Lake Champlain, July 2, 1813. A considerable numbyr of volunteers from 
this town were slain. In Sept. 1814, Col. Walter R. Bliisdell of Lewiston, raised a 
regiment in this vicinity, two companies being from this city, which performed valua- 
ble services in the field. After the war a wave of gre:iter progress set in, and busi- 
ness men from this and other states began to discover and discuss the great advantage 
of Lewiston as a mill site. 

In 1818, the Baptist church edifice was erected at a cost af $2,2G0, and in 1820 the 
Freewill Baptists also erected a church building. During this time the school in- 
terests were advancing, chiefly owins^ to the untiring efforts of " Master Bond," a man 
of much force of character and mind, who was in charge of Lewiston's schools from 
1809 to 1839, 

The growth and extent of the milling interests of Lewiston, are eminently worthy 
of exceptional and careful mention. Not later than 1819, a decided start in this di- 
rection had been taken in the erection of a woolen mill, which was burned in 1829. 
But a larger and better mill was erected in 1830, and its success was the breeze which 
kindled the growing plans for utilization of the vast water power here into a blaze. In 
1834, as the result of long work and thorough planning on t!ie part of Lewiston and. 
other capitalists, the first great stock company, the Lewiston Falls Manufiicturing Co,, 
with a capital of $100,000, was incorporated and started operations in the manuf:^c- 
turing of satinet, Thomas B. Harding was the first man to manufacture cotton, Lew- 
iston's great specialty, setting up two looms here in 1844, The Great Androscoggin 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 



23 



Falls, Dams, Locks mucI Canal Company, incorporaterl in 1836, wilh $100,000 capital, 
was the first to adequately develope the magnificent water power of the falls. The 
name was ciiiinged in 1845 to the Lewiston Water Power Company, and the massive 
granite looks at the falls, and the great canal, sixty-two feet wid^, three-quarters of a 
mile long, supplying all the inills, were the results of their valuable work. The stocks 




VIEW ON THE CAXAL. 

and works of this company passed into the hands of the Franklin Company, by pur- 
chase, in 1857. The great dam of adamantine strength, completed at an outlay of 
f 100,000 in 1863-64, was the work of this latter company. The Lincoln Mill was one 
of the earliest large mills to start cotton manufacturing, dating its work since 1846. 
It has a capacity of 21,744 spindles, producing 3,500,000 yards of sheeting per annum, 
but has not been run steadily the last few years. 

The fiist mill erected on the canal was the Bates, No. 1, u hich was incorporated 
in 1850, and commenced manufacturing cotton goods in 1852. Bates No. 2 was com- 
pleted and started in 1854; No. 3 in 1863; and No. 4 in 1881. The whole number 
of spindles in this great series of mills, is 63,672; annual consumption of cotton, 
5,184,000 pounds; annual production of goods, 10,400,000 yards of quilts, ginghams, 
chevoits, towels, dress goods, shirtings, colored duck, cotton ad es, and seersuckers. 
Over 1,600 hands, male and ft'tnale, are employed, and the monthly pay roll is around 
$55,000. 

Next, in the order of time, is the Hill Company, incorporated in 1850, and opera- 
tions began in 1854. Two large mill buildings are kept constantly humming to the 
time of 51,630 spindles, and 8,600,000 yards of cotton goods, chiefly shirtings, sheet- 
ings and twills are run out every year. A thousand hands are employed, and about 
$26,000 paid out every month in wages. 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 



The Androscoggin Mills were incorporated in 1860, and commenced manufactur- 
ing in 1861. These large mills, containing about 60,000 spindles, and pi'oducing an- 
nually 9,227,090 yards of cotton goods, together with numerous outlying buildings, 
comprise the extensive plant of this company. They employ a thousand hands, and 
the monthly pay roll is estimated at about $45,000, 

The Continental Mills, incorporated 1865, began operations 1866, contain 70,000 
spindles, have an annual production of 17,500,000 yards, sheetings and drillings, an 
employee force of 1,200 hands, and a pay roll of 840,000 per month. 




A WALK IN THE PARK. 

Besides these great cotton mills are : the Lewiston Bleachery, with three hundred 
and sixteen employees, and a monthly pay roll of $25,000 ; the D. Cowan & Company 
Mill, producing 300,000 yards woolen goods annually, with a hundred and eighty-five 
employees and a monthly pay roll of |3,700 ; the Cumberland Mill, producing $300,- 
000 worth of woolen goods per annum, with fifty eraj^loyees and monthly pay roll ol 
^,000 ; the Avon Mill, manufacturing quantities of quilts and towels. Not counting 
in the machine shops we thus find that, estimating roughly, in the great cotton 
industry alone, 245,000 spindles are kept constantly at work, 45,727,000 yards of 
various kinds of cotton goods, produced every year, 4,800 persons era])loyed, and 
$166,000 every month or $1,992,000 annually paid in wages. When we remember 
that this great industrial development has raised the population from two thousand to 
over twenty thousand, and all the material wealth it has brought to the people, we 
ean better appreciate how much Lewiston owes to its magnificent situation and its 
inexhaustible water supply. The development of its manufacturing industries has 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWI8T0N. 25 



largely increased the extent of all its other commercial interests, and made it the cen- 
ter and leading city of all this part of the State. 

While this great industrial advance was being made, Lewiston was forging steadi- 
ly forward in other and all lines. Her religious growth was fostered by the estab- 
lishment and maintenance of numerous church societies. Her educational affairs were 
advanced by the opening of the High School in 1850, and of the Maine State Serai- 
nary in 1855. The Lewiston Journal was established May 21, 1847 by Wm. H. Wal- 
dron & Co. ; the first editor was Dr. F. Lane, succeeded by Wm. H. Waldron and 
Nelson Dingley, Jr. The issue of the Daily Journal was commenced in 1861, con- 
temporaneously with the incorporation of the city. The charter for the city govern- 
ment of Lewiston was granted, but the government was not organized until the fol- 
lowing year, and the first mayor, Jacob B. Main, inaugurated in 1863. 

The patriotic interest in the civil war was very deep and enthusiastic in Lewiston, 
as is shown by the fact that the first regiment in the State was largely organized here. 
Capt. N, J. Jackson of Lewiston, was chosen Colonel of the First Maine Infantry and 
performed gallant services at the front, for which he was promoted to be a Brigadier- 
General. Capt. Silas B. Osgood, Col. Wm. R. Ham (slain at Cold Harbor), Major 
Knowlton (slain in the Shenandonh Valley), and Lieut.-Col. Edwin Illsley, were 
among the gallant officers who upheld the honor of Lewiston, and of whose glory she 
was nobly proud, even amid tlie suffering and loss of battle days. 

The large number of eleven hundred and fifty soldiers were enlisted here, only 
sixteen of these being drafted. Lewiston generously furnished her full quota of men 
without delay, being represented in almost every regiment which left the State. 
The contributions of money from Lewiston were constant and large. Among other 
amounts furnished were, $31,970.00 for the support of soldier's fiimilies, and 1100,275 
for bounties. A Ladies' Aid Society was actively and devotedly employed through- 
out the struggle, and the valuable assistance rendered in all lines, is far beyord the 
possibility of computation. One hundred and twelve officers and privates fell dur- 
ing the war, and their death brought irremedial grief to many Lewiston homes. As 
a fitting token of gratitude and honor, the names of all who fell are inscribed on the 
beautiful Soldiers' Monument, designed and executed l)y Mr. Franklin Simmons, 
artist, of Lewiston. The occasion of the unveiling of the monument, February 28, 
1868, was appropriately celebrated, the address being made by the Hon. Wm. P. 
Frye. The monument is located near the northeast corner of the City Park. 

An important event in the history of Lewiston, was its incorporation as a city in 
1862." Owing to the unsettled state of affairs, produced by the war, the city govern- 
ment was not immediately organized, the first mayor, Hon. Jacob B. Ham, being 
elected and inaugurated in the next year. The list of chief city oflicials h:is been as 
follows: Mayors, Jacob B. Ham, 1863-64; Wm. P. Frye, 1865-66; Geo. H. Pils- 
bury, 1867; Is;iac N. Parker, 1868-69; Wm. H. Stevens, 1870; Alonzo Garcelon, 
1871; David Cowan, 1872; N. W. Farwell, 1373 ; H. IF. Dickey, 1864 ; Edmund 
Russell, 1875-77; Jesse S. Lyford, 1878 ; Joseph H. Dav, 1879-80 ; Mandeville T. 
Ludden, 1881; David Farrar, 1882; Alonzo M. Garcelon, 1883; Xelson Howard, 
1884; Charles Walker, 1885; David Cowan, 1886; D. J. McGillicuddy, 1887; 
Horace C. Liitle, 1888. Of these honorable gentlemen, the following are deceased : 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 



Jacob B. Hani, Isaac N. Parker, David Cowan, N. W. Farwell, H. H. Dickey, 
Edmund Russell, M. T. Ludden, Wm. H. Stevens. The Hon. Wni. P. Frye is well- 
known throughout the country ns the able representative of Maine in the United 
States Senate. Lewiston hns been represented in the gubernatorial chair of Maine 
by such talented men as Ex-Governors Dingley and Garcelon. The City Clerks of 
Lewiston, since its incorpoi-ation, have been as follows: E. P. Tobie, lb63-75 ; E. A. 
Nash, 1876-77; F. D. Lyford, 1878; C. F. Goff, 1879; E. A. Nash, 1880-82; VV. J. 




A LEWISTON KESIDENCE. 

Rodick, 1683-85; John S.-ibjn, 1886-87; John F. Putnam, 1888. In this connection, 
special honor should be given to the veteran clerk, Mr. E. P. Tubie, who served the 
town and city up to the time of his death, 1875, for nearly forty years. The work of 
compilation, by Mr. John F. Putn im, is of great value to all interested in the statis- 
tics and history of Lewiston. 

The financial history since the w.ir has coincided in Lewiston with the general 
experience of the country. There has been real and solid advance, though the undue 
inflation and sudden depressions which hnve occurred since the w;ir, have not been 
entirely escaped here. Tiie magnificent power of Lewiston's almost unlimited water 
supply has served as a rock foundation for her business interests, and renders them 
certain of gn^at development and expansion in coming years. 

The population of Lewiston has advanced as follows: — 1830, 1,549; 1840, 
1,801; 1850, 7,584; 1860, 7,428; 1863, 8,761; 1870, 18,602; 1S80, 19,083. At the 
present time it is estimated at a little over 20,000, which is now steadily advancing. 
A study of these statistics beais corroberative evidence to what has been already said 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 27 

of the immense impetus given to the growth of the city by the introduction of the 
milling in 1836, and its subsequent development. This is also demonstrated by the in- 
creased valuation of the city. Since 1856, the yearly valuations has been estimated 
as follows : — 



1856, 


$2,214,068 


1857, 


2,451,091 


1858, 


1,983,593 


1859, 


2,429,529 


1860, 


2,509,104 


1861, 


2,974,414 


1862, 


3,338,698 


1863, 


3,864,616 


1864, 


4,024,202 


1865, 


4,322,041 


1866, 


4,957,699 


1867, 


4,435,990 


1868, 


5,615,568 


1869, 


6,048,000 


1870, 


6,271,719 


1871, 


9,866,354 



1872, 


$10,443,165 


1873, 


11,591,054 


1874, 


12,794,376 


1875, 


12,645,296 


1876, 


11,873,130 


1877, 


11,740,602 


1878, 


10,003,845 


1879, 


9,152,121 


1880, 


9,743,979 


1881, 


9,957,257 


1882, 


10,338,160 


1883, 


10,655,217 


1884, 


11,107,166 


1885, 


11,314,331 


1886, 


11,301,356 


1887, 


10,813,088 



One of the greatest undertakings ever made by the city was that resulting in the 
erection of the City Hall, in 1866. This fine building, one of the largest and most 
beautiful of its kind in the State and New England, is a striking testimony to the 
enterprise and liberality of Lewiston's citizens. It is built of brick, with fine granite 
trimmings, and both externally and internally is handsomely and elaborately fur- 
nished and adorned. The cost of the building was $200,000. It contains a large and 
admirably selected and arranged public library, bearing ample evidence to the intel- 
ligence and strength of intellectual things in Lewiston. There is also a finely 
arranged and decorated hall, admitted to be " one of the finest in New England," 
capable of seating about 2,500 people. Here numerous dramatic, operatic, orches- 
tral, and other first-class entertainments are furnished, to the delight and instruction 
of the citizens, (see page 30.) 

Among other members of the present city government, outside of those already 
mentioned are the following. Aldermen — A. D. Barker, W. H. While, M. A. Coyne, 
Fred L. Farr, P. X. Angers, M. A. Murphy, F. L. Hoyt; City Treasurer — David 
Farrar; Auditor — E. L.R.Hunt; Solicitor — W. H. Judkins ; Chief Engineer — 
I. B. Merrill; Marshal — S. A. Cummings; Collector — E. G. Woodside. 

The advance and power of business interests in Lewiston have been largely due 
to the untiring eflForts and cooperating plans of its leading commercial men. The 
present Board of Trade has the following officers: President — C.I. Barker; First 
Vice-president — T. E. Eustis ; Second Vice-president — S. D. Wakefield; Secre- 
tary — Horace C. Little ; Treasurer — B. Peck. Other members of Board of Man- 
agement : F. W. Dana, R. C. Reynolds, L N. Wood, A. B. Nealy, C. H. Osgood, 
E. P. Ham. The membership of this important organization contains the leading 
business men of the city, and is contributing an inestimable amount to the progress 
and development of the city's interests. , 

Bates College, one of the leading institutions of education in ihe State, is situated 
at Lewiston. It w;is incorporated in 1856, with an endowment of 815,000. The 



28 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 

collegiate course was first established in 1868, -when its name was changed from 
"Maine State Seminary," to Bates College, in honor of the munificence of its chief 
benefactor, Benj. E. Bates, nf Boston, who has given over 1200,000 to the institution. 
The Rev. Oren B. Cheney, d.d., formerly of Augusta, tl)e first president, being elected 
in 1856, has continued to exercise th^ duties of this office with ability and satisfac- 
tion up to the present time. The faculty is comi)Osed of ten able scholars and 




BATES COLLEGE. 

instructors, and thi" standard of work is maintained at the highest rank. There are 
about one hundred and fifty students at the present time in all de|)artments. Among 
the principal buildinns are Hathorn, Nichols and Parker Halls, and the Gymnasium. 
The Nichols Latin School is the preparatory department to the college. The Theo- 
logical School, established in 1870, is one of the important departments of the col- 
lege, and is admirably conducted and supported. Faculty of the College : Rev. Orin 
B. Cheney, D.D., President; J.Y.Stanton, a.m., Prof, of Latin and Greek; R. C. 
Stanly, A.M., Prof, of Chemistry and Geology; Tiiomas L. Agnell, a.m.. Prof, of 
Modern Languages; Geo. C. Chase, Prof, of Rhetoric and English Literature; B. F. 
Hayes, Prof. Mental and Moral Philosophy ; J. M. Rand, Prof. Mathematics. Fac- 
ulty of the Theological School: Rev. Orin B. Cheney, d.d.. President ; Rev. John 
Fullonton, D.D., Pi'of. of Ecclesiastical History and Pastoral Theology; Rev. B. F. 
Hayes, d.d., Prof, of the Evidences of Christianity, and Moral Science; Prof. J. A. 
Howe, D.D., Prof, of Homiletics; T. H. Rich, a.m., Prof, of Hebrew. 

The region around Lewiston is one of the most beautiful in this delightful State. 
The drives over fine roads in every direction reveal innumerable prospects of beauty, 
and Maranocook and many other beautiful resorts are brought almost next door by 
the railroad. Being furnished with admirable rail connections, both with Portland, 
Bath, Waterville, Hangor, etc., has been an inestimable boon to the growth of the 
city, both socially and commercially. Among the leading churches which represent 
the religious life of the city are the Pine Street Congregational and Free Baptist 
churches; the Maine Street Free Baptist; the Bates Street Baptist; the Park Street 
Methodist ; the Hammond Street Methodist ; the Trinity Episcopal ; the St. Joseph's 
Roman Catholic, and Bates Street Universalist. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 



29 



The water supply of the city is deserving of especial mention. In 1874, the first 
movement was made which resulted in the present admirable and efficient system. In 
1876, the city, by a popular vote, authorized the purchase of the old saw mill site for 
$200,000, together with the right to take from the Androscoggin river such supplies 
of water as the city should need for domestic or mechanical uses. The pumping 
station was erected at this point, and this was completed in 1878, at a cost of $455,- 
509, commencing operations in December of that year. The city reservoir was built 
on Mitchell's Hill, about two miles from the city, at a cost of about $40,000. It 
is capacious, and thoroughly fitted with the best facilities for storing and purifying 




LEWISTON" WATER WORKS. 

the water supply. The city is constantly making improvements, and has succeeded 
in obtaining for the growing population one of the most satisfactory water systems 
in the state. Of recent years more careful and extended attention has been given to 
the question of sewerage, and measures have been taken and are now being medi- 
tated for placing this department in the best position to meet the wants and demands 
of a constantly increasing population. Sanitary measures in general are essentially 
and thoroughly considered here, and executed with great rapidity and good results. 
The City Physician is Dr. R. R. Ricker, and all work in this department receives 
prompt and effective care. One department of the City Government esjjecially 
worthy of mention is that of Police, which is conducted with great fidelity and the 
most careful attention to the interests of the citizens. This department is under the 
superintendence of City Marshal S. A. Cummings. To Lewiston belongs the honor 
of being one of the first cities in the United States to establish a long-needed 
reform, by adding a police-matron to its officials. Mrs. Eliza E. Knowlton has per- 
formed the large and important duties of this office with the most satisfactory results, 
and has demonstrated effectively the need and value of this great work. This is but 
one evidence of the liberal and progressive spirit-exhibited by the citizens of Lewis- 
ton in advancing their municipal life to the highest possible standard. The P^'ire 
Department of Lewiston is almost celebrated for ihe perfection of its technique and 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 



efficiency of its services. Lewiston has had some several fires, but has never suffered 
from a widespread conflagration, and this is largely due to the magnificent work and 
thorough reliability of this department. The Chief Engineer is 1. B. Merrill, who 
with four assistants, renders the efficiency of the department a mntter of perfect 
confitlence. Over $12,000 is annually spent upon this department by the city, and 
the security of its manufacturing, commercial, public and domestic property most 
reliably obtained. This fact adds not a little to its superiority as aii industrial site. 




LEWISTON CITY BUILDING. 

The corner-stone was laid July 4, 1871. The building was dedicated Dec. 5, 1872. 
The interior of large hall, 80x165, and 37 feet and 2 inches high. The floor will seat 
1,G00 i^eople ; the galleries will seat G72. Tiie building is 165 feet on Park street, 
180 feet on Pine street, 40 feet on Lisbon street. The height from the sidewalk to 
cornice, 100 feet. The height of spire is 206 feet. The vane is 9 feet long. 



HISTOEICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 



31 




THE BAND STAND. 




VIEW IN THE PARK. 



32 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF LEWISTON. 

The religious and philanthropic work of the city is also maintained by numerous 
benevolent institutions and societies. The social life of the city is of that refined 
and elevated type which is often seen in an atmosphere charged with high educa- 
tional ideals. The presence of the college adds a tone of culture and progress which 
is most perceptible and valuable. It also affords exceptionable privileges to the 
young men of Lewiston to obtain a liberal education at home and with greatest 
facility. The social amenities are fostered by many large and active societies which 
receive especial attention here from the generous tendencies of the citizens. The 
piablic-school system is naturally and thoroughly elevated in its type and manage- 
ment. It has been modeled according to the highest standards, and placed under the 
control of broadly-educated and able officers. The people are also generous in 
its support, realizing its surpassing importance. During the past year the appropri- 
ation of the city to the public schools was $24,000 ; total receipts being |35,430, and 
total expenditures $37,502. $1,500 was also appropriated by the city for an evening 
school, for the advantage of those who, workitig in the day, could not improve the 
usual opportunities. For the coming year $28,000 for day schools only, and $1,500 
for evening schools were appropriated by the city. Under the able management of 
the Superintendent of Schools, Mr. A. M. Edwards, with a talented corps of assist- 
ants and teachers, the work is conducted thoroughly and satisfactorily, and the finest 
advantages afforded the children of Lewiston. The Free High School is strong and 
progressive in all departments, affording a broad education in the fundamental prin- 
ciples of higher learning, and fitting those who take the classical directly for college. 
The advances made in this department have been correlative with the city's growth, 
and based on the discoveries and laws of modern learning. 

Lewiston has built its prosperity upon a broad and substantial basis of great natural 
advantages, but it also shown the highest energy and skill in making the superstruc- 
ture solid and durable. To the sacrificing and far-reaching efforts of its citizens is 
chiefly due the great success which has worthily rewarded them, and the merit of 
that prosperity is shown both in its substantial nature and promise of endurance, and 
in the moderate and wise manner in which they have made use of it to obtain a 
higher culture and more liberal development as men and citizens. With such a 
history of achievements, and so powerful and highly developed an internal life at 
present, though of course much work is yet to be done in the future, the city of 
Lewiston may face it with confidence and hope. The growth of the past has been 
harmonious along all lines, and at the present time the city presents one of the most 
satisfactory and brilliant pictures of the prosperity and enterprise of New England's 
sturdy race. As the successes and rewards of the past have come as the well-earned 
result of hard, steady efforts and wise planning, so, beyond question, the future con- 
tains yet more happy and prosperous iruits of this progressive spirit on which the 
second greatest city of the Garden State has been firmly and grandly built up. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



LE^v^^ISTO]s^. 



Nealey & Miller, Wholesale and Eetail 
Dealers in Groceries, Flour, and Provisions, 
Corner Bates and Mfiin Streets, Lewiston. 
Among the many houses engaged in the 
handling of Groceries and Piovisions in this 
vicinity, that of Nealey & Miller is clearly 
■entitled to be given a leading position, and 
this fact is so generally known that we hardly 
consider it necessary to detail at length our 
reasons for ascribing such prominence to it. 
Cari'ying on business both wholesale and 
retail, this concern as a matter of course must 
dist-.-ibute an immense quantity of goods in the 
course of a year, and although we have no idea 
what the total value of the firm's annual busi- 
ness is. still we feel confident that it is unsur- 
passed in this locality. This representative 
enterprise was inaugurated 1860 as H. Day & 
Co., and later Day & N"ealey, and the existing 
co-partnership was not consummated until 
1882. Ml-. A. B. Nealey is known to many by 
reason of his connection with the State Legis- 
lature, and his associate in business, Mr. C. H. 
Miller, has served the public asa member of the 
City Council. Both of these gentlemen have 
shown that it is possible to utilize in the direc- 
tion of public affairs the same qualities which 
yield success in the prosecution of private busi- 
ness enterprises and it would be well for tax 
payers in general if more of our successful men 
of bu>iness could be elected to protect their 
interests. Messrs. Nealey & Miller carry on an 
establisliment occupying three floors, measur- 
ing 2.5x100 feet and located at the corner of 
Bates and Main Sts. Groceries, Flour, Meats, 
and Provisions are handled very extensively, 
and employment is afforded to twelve assist- 
ants. It is not the practice here, as it is in 
some stores where both kinds of business are 
done to neglect retail for wholesale customers, 
and a prime cause of this concern's general 
popularity is found in the courteous and 
prompt attention given to the smallest buyer. 
3 



Bradford, Couant & Co., Wholesale and 
Retail Dealers in Furniture, Carpets and Drap- 
eries, 199 and 2')I Lisb>n Street, Lewiston. It 
is not hard to guess the reason for the acknowl- 
edged superiority of the goods handled by the 
house of Bradford, Conant & Co.. after inspect- 
ing the stock carried at the spacious warerooms 
on Lisbon Street, for the more thoroughly the 
examiner is acquainted with such goods, the 
more clearly he will be able to appreciate the 
thoroughness with which they are made, and 
the beauty and originality of their designs. 
This business enterprise is one of which every 
public-spirited citizen of Lewiston has reason 
to be proud, for it has been tiouducted for over 
half a century, (having been inaugurated in 
183.5) and has always been under the control of 
men remarkable alike for strict integrity and 
far-seeing enterprise. The founders were 
Messrs. Pinkham & Bradford, who were suc- 
ceeded by the firm of Bradfoi'd & Conant, the 
present style being Bradford, Conant & Co., 
adopted in 1863. As now constituted, the firm 
is made up of Messrs. .J. C. Bradford, and Gran- 
ville Blake, and Mrs. Lucy W. Conant. The 
factory is located at East Auburn, and contains 
three floors, of the dimensions of 100x75 feet. 
The Furniture here produced has found 
its way into many a home, and it presents 
a refreshing contrast to the "ginger-bread 
work," so generally supplied to the public. It 
is made to loear as Avell as to sell, and hence is 
the cheapest, as well as the handsomest, in 
many respects of any in the market. The stock 
of Carpets carried is also worthy of mention, 
for it includes Staple and Standard Goods of 
all grades, and will be found complete in all 
departments, from the cheapest Woolen to the 
most expensive Brussels or Wilton Velvet. 
Customers are at all times assured prompt and 
courteous attention, and not the least induce- 
ment is the perfect confidence which may be 
placed in all representations made. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



The Frauklin Company, Mill and Real 
Estate Owners. Office under DeWitt House, 
Park Street, Lewiston. We have little need to 
remind our readers, or at least such of them as 
are residents of Lewiston or vicinity, of the 
important services that the " Franklin Com- 
pany " has rendered in developing and more 
fully extending the business interests of that 
city for these have been so pronounced and so 
well-applied as to have been in the highest 
degree productive and successful. The Com 
pany to which we have reference was incorpor- 
ated in the year 1854, with a capital of $1,00(),0<)0 
and its stockholders and controlling spirits have 
been from its inception, made up of our most 
prominent and most truly representative citi- 
zens. Among the impoitant and valuable pieces 
of property owned by this organization may be 
mentioned the Lincoln Mills, one half the 
Lewiston Bleachery, the DeWitt House and 
many other buildings, as well as several 
hundred acres of land most eligibly and cen- 
trally located in the city of Lewiston. No 
intelligent person need be told that the estima- 
tion in which the ownership of property in any 
given locality is held, depends very largely upon 
the course of conduct pursued by the heavier 
owners of real estate in that vicinity and. this 
being accepted as a fact, no argument is re- 
quired to show that the gentlemen associated 
together under the name of the Franklin Com- 
pany have exerted a powerful influence in 
maintaining values, as they are all evidently 
strong personal believers in Lewiston and her 
future, and indeed a perusal of the names of the 
Company's officers and directors will show that 
they are those of men who have shown their 
public spirit in many other ways beside those 
connected with their association in the Com- 
pany. Treasurer, Wm. B. Wood ; Clerk and Act- 
ing Agent, Wm. D. Pennell; Directors, Wm. B. 
Wood, Lyman Nichols, Nathan Cushiiig, F. L. 
Richardson, Edward L. Wood. William P. Frye, 
Jacob Edwards. Those desiring to put money 
into real estate for business or investment pur- 
poses would best conserve their own interests 
by ascertaining what the Franklin Company 
has to offer, as it is prepared to dispose of ex- 
tremely desirable property at low figures to the 
right parties. 



T. J. Murphy, "The Hatter," Sign of 
Gold Hat, Lewiston. It is said that the waiters 
in the fashionable hotel dining-rooms in Boston 
and New York, have a habit of looking at the 
name in the hats of strangers whom they are 
called upon to serve, and if it is that of a 
fashionable and high-priced hatter, they will 
show the guest every attention with the expec- 
tation of getting a fat fee, while if it is some 
name unknown to them, they will allow the 
unfortunate owner of the "tile" to nearly 
starve rather than bother with waiting upon 
him. The advantage of procuring a Hat from 
"Murphy, the Hatter," of this city is, that it is 
not necessary to look inside of it to learn its 
superior quality, for this is plainly manifest to 
all who know a good article of the kind when 
they see it. The business carried on by Mr. 
Murphy was founded in 1868, by Messrs. P. P. 
& A. L. Getchell, who were succeeded by the 
present owner in 1873. His celebrity is by no 



means confined to Lewiston, as both a whole- 
sale and a retail business are done throughout 
this portion of the State. The "Sign of the 
Gold Hat" indicates where Mr. Murphy's 
establishment is located, and callers will find 
themselves well repaid as the stock carried is 
so heavy and varied, and the prices so low, as 
to offer exceptional inducements to buyers. 
Gents' Furnishing and Fine Fur Goods are 
handled, as well as Hats, and four competent 
assistants employed. Mr. Muiphy is well- 
known in this city, and was formerly connected 
with the Common Council. He has done much 
to advance our local business interests, and 
fully deserves the personal popularity he enjoys. 



H. H. l>ickey & Son. Top Roll Coverers; 
Manufacturers of Leather Beltins:. Loom Straps 
and Pickers, and Dealers in Rubber Belting, 
Roller, Clearer and Slasher Cloths, Lacings, 
Rivets, etc., Main Street, near the Canal, Lew- 
iston. This, of course, is not the proper place 
in which to present an essay on the economical 
transmission of power, but, nevertheless, the 
importance of the subject is so great that one 
might well be pardoned for discussing it at 
almost any time. Although the various indus- 
trial journals throughout the country have had 
much to say on this question, still it may be 
truly stated that the majority of our manufac- 
turers do not properly appreciate the great gain 
which may be often made by proper attention 
to this single detail of their establishments. 
Where power is transmitted by means of belts, 
their material, construction and adjustment 
have much to do with their efficiency, and in 
the single matter of adjustment alone, it is 
obvious that whether a belt be so loose as to 
slip excessively, or so tight as to induce unnec- 
essary wear upon the bearings as well as upon 
itself, there must be a waste of power, and con- 
sequently a sacrifice of efficiency. We need 
not go into a consideration of the influence of 
material, etc., upon the comparative economy 
of belting, but will simply state that care exer- 
cised in the selection of either Leather or Rub- 
ber Belting, will be amply repaid. One of the 
best known houses in this .State, in connection 
with the manufacture and sale of Belts, is that 
of H. H. Dickey & Son, and an evidence of the 
esteem in which the goods they handle are held, 
is seen in their already large and steadily in- 
creasing business. Operations were begun in 
18.'54, by Mr. H. H. Dickey, and just twenty-two 

! years later the firm-name became as at present. 

I Mr. William Dickey has now sole charge of the 
extensive business, and that he proposes to 

1 fully maintain the prestige of the establishment 

j is seen by the care exercised in the manufac- 
ture and selection of the goods offered for sale. 

] He is a native of Nashua, N. H., and a member 

j of the Masons and Odd Fellows. Three floors 
are occupied, measuring 00x40 feet, and ten 
assistants employed, orders being promptly 
filled and shipped all through the States. 

1 Leather Belting is extensively manufactured, 

I and Rubber Belting, Roller, Clearer, and Slasher 
Cloths, Lacings, Rivets, etc., are dealt in largely. 
Blacksmiths' Aprons, Loom Straps, Pickers, 

I etc., are also in stock, and all goods are supplied 

I at the lowest market rates. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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R. C Piagrree*& Co., manufacturers of 
Long and Short Lumber, office 136 Main Street, 
Lewiston. The Lumber interests of this section 
would be but very imperfectly represented in 
these pages, were not mention made of the 
house of R. C. Pingree & Co., and this would 
still be the case, if every other house engaged 
in this line of trade were treated of to the ex- 
clusion of the one mentioned, for this concern, 
since its establishment in 1855, has taken a po- 
sition among the leaders in the leading industry 
of Maine. Business was commenced by Messrs. 
S. R. Bearce & Co., just about a third of a cen- 
tury ago. and it has been continued under the 
present style since 1875. Mr. K. C. Pingeee is a 
native of New Hampshire, while Mr. S. R. B. 
Pingree was born in this State and in this city. 
Mr. Pingree, senior, is a Justice of the Peace, 
and stands very high in the Masonic Fraternity. 
It is impossible, considering the limited space 
at our disposal to give any adequate description 
of the extensive manufacturing plant which this 
house is obliged to maintain, in order to keep 
pace with the orders received, but some faint con- 
ception of its magnitude may perhaps be gained 
from the statement that the annual output 
amounts to about 22,000.000 feet, equally divided 
between Long and Short Lumber. Employment 
is afforded to one hundred and seventy- five hands 
and both a wholesale and retail business i^ done. 
A three hundred horse-power engine is required 
in combination with extensive water-power, to 
run the necessary ma- 
chinery, and the facil- 
ities at hand are so large 
and so admirably ar- 
ranged as to permit the 
prompt and accurate fill- 
ing of orders at all times. 
An extensive Planing- 
Mill is maintained, run 
by water-power, in which 
every kind of Moulding 
and House Trimming is 
manufactured. We need 
not say that this concern 
is a credit to the city, for 
that is self-evident, but 
we must take this oppoi"- 
tunity to express our ap- 
preciation of the sterling integrity which char- 
acterizes its management. 




W- W. Ellis, Fine Paper, Envelopes and Mis- 
cellaneous Stationery, Engraved Wedding and 
Visiting Cards, a Specialty. No. 2 Frye Block, 
Lisbon Street, Lewiston. What must without 
doubt be considered as one of the leading 
houses of the kind in this State, is that con- 
ducted by Mr. W. W. Ellis at No. 2 Frye Block, 
Lisbon Street. This enterprise has been In 
operation since 1880, and from the first has 
been characterized by liberal yet discriminat- 
ing management, and by the honorable method 
employed in every department. Mr. Ellis was 
born in Boston, Mass., and is very generally 
known throughout Lewiston and viciuity. The 
premises utilized by him comprise two floors 
of the dimensions of 75x25 feet, and an im- 
mense stock is carried, consisting of Fine 
Paper, Envelopes and Miscellaneous Stationery, 
Blank-books, Art Goods, Albums, etc., together 
with Pictures, Picture Frames, and similar 



articles of utility and ornament. Special atten- 
tion is given to Mercantile Printing, .ind those 
who contemplate having anything done in thi? 
line would do well to examine the advantages 
offered by Mr. Ellis, as he is prepared to furnish 
thoroughly artistic work, and no merchanc can 
afford to have his printing done in a cheap and 
inferior manner. Orders are filled at short 
notice, and no fancy prices are quoted. En- 
graved Wedding and Visiting Cards are another 
specialty, and this concern is an authority as 
regards correct style in the getting up of tliese 
useful little messengers. The assortment of 
Art Goods, Pictures, etc., shown is much too 
extensive to allow of our de^cribing it, but it is 
well worth visiting and ranks favorably with 
that offered at a much more pretentious 
establishment. Picture Frames are made to 
order at prices as low as the lowest, and can be 
supplied at very short notice. 

E. S. Paul & Co., Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Dry and Fancy Goods. 174 Lisbon 
Street, Lewiston. There is more than one 
house in this city engaged in the handling of 
Dry and Fancy Goods, of which no public- 
spirited citizen of Lewiston has any rea>on to 
be ashamed, but among them all we question if 
one could be found more worthy of the highest 
praise and appreciation than that conducted by 
Messrs. E. S. Paul & Co.. ac No. 174 Lisbon St. 
We feel no doubt but that we will be supported 
in this assertion by a large majority of those 
acquainted with the facts in the case, as the 
record of this house has been such as to merit 
its receiving the highest confidence and most 
liberal support of residents of this vicinity. 
Business was begun in 1867, under the style of 
Goddard &, Paul, and was so continued up to 
1876, when the present firm-name was adopted. 
As now constituted, the firm is made up of Mr. 
E. S. Paul, a native of Buxton, Mr. A. W. 
Fowles, who was born in Whitefield, and Mr. 
W. A. Paul, who claims Auburn as his birth- 
place. We need not allude to these gentlemen 
further personally, other than to remark that 
the senior partner has been a member of the 
Auburn Board of Aldermen, and was connected 
with the School Committee of that city. The 
firm occupy four floors of the dimensions of 
100x50 feet, to carry on their extensive opera- 
tions, and give employment to thirty assistants. 
Dry and Fancy Goods of every variety are con- 
stantly in stock, and a wholesale, retail and 
manufacturing business is done. Cloaks and 
Dresses being made very extensively. A special 
feature of the business is the manufacture and 
sale of ladies' outside garments, of which a full 
assortment of all sizes and prices is carried. 
These are warranted first-class in every respect. 
Low prices prevail in every department, and 
only reliable goods are handled. 



Jas. A. Johnson, Manufacturer of Doors, 
Sash and Blinds, Glazed Windows, Door and 
Window Frames. Factory, Cross Canal, Lewis- 
ton. There is going to be an active demand for 
Doors, Blinds, etc., as long as houses are built and 
occupied and as this is the case, it follows that 
no line of business is more staple and firmly es- 
tablished than that of the Door and Blind Man- 
ufacturer. Mr. James A. Johnson of this city is 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



very prominently identified with the industry in 
question, for he has carried on his present 
establisliment since 1SS5 (at which date he 
succeeded Mr. J. Miller, who began operations 
in 1872), and has built up a heavy and increas- 
ing patronas^e. Mr. Johnson was born in 
Parsonfield, Me., and is well known in Lewis- 
ton and vicinity. His facilities for furnishing 
Doors, Sash, Blinds, etc., are of the best, and 
he is entirely competent to meet all reasonable 
demands as regards the character of his pro- 
ductions and the celerity with which orders 
are filled. Employment is given to five assist- 
ants, and the latest improved machinery is 
utilized in the handling of stock. Building 
operations have been greatly simplified by the 
establislament and the successful results at- 
tained by such enterprises as this, and the 
cost of building has also been materially 
lessened. 



Dousrlass & Cook, Books, Stationery, 
Paper Hangings, Window Shades, Pictures and 
Frames. Frames Made to Order. 188 Lisbon 
Street, Lewiston. "A beautiful store and an 
elegant stock" is perhaps as short and yet as 
eorrect a description as can be given of the 
establishment carried on under the firm name 
of Douglass & Cook at No. 188 Lisbon Street, 
and if business relations ai-e entered into with 
this house, it will be found that the favorable 
impression first made will only be deepened 
and added to. This enterprise was inaugurated 
about a score of years ago by Mr. Oscar G. 
Douglass, who was born in this State, and has 
been City Marshal of Lewiston. In 1872, the 
firm of Douglass & Cook was formed, and, 
although Mr. Cook retired about 12 years later, 
the business has been continued by the senior 
partner since without change of style. The 
premises in use are of the dimensions of 9.3 x 3.5 
feet, and comprise one fioor and a basement. 
Employment is afforded to three efficient assist- 
ants, and a really remarkable assortment of 
goods is carried, including Books, Stationery, 
Window Shades, Pictures, Frames and Paper 
Hangings. These latter, although we have 
placed them last upon the list, are well worthy 
of careful examination, for Mr. Douglass does a 
very large business in the sale of Wall Paper, 
and at all times is prepared to supply the latest 
novelties and the most approved designs at the 
lowest market rates. He handles the produc- 
tions of the best manufacturers in the country, 
and his goods are sure to give satisfaction. 
Pictures are also dealt in very extensively, and 
Paintings, Engravings, Etchings, Photographs, 
etc., are shown in great variety. A specialty is 
made of the manufacture of Picture Frames to 
Order, and some decided bargains may be had 
in this line, while a full supply of the leading 
Papers and Periodicals is always on hand. 



Abrani Atwood, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealer in Meat, Fruit, Vegetables and Fish. 
Oysters a specialty in their season. 1.59 Lisbon 
Street, Lewiston. Those who have done busi- 
ness with Mr. Abram Atwood long enough to 
have become familiar with his methods and the 
excellence of his service, need not be advised to 
patronize his establishment in the future, but as 



there are doubtless many apmong our readers 
who have not had this experience we think it 
will be both pleasant and well-advised for us to- 
call attention to some of the many advantages 
he has to offer. To begin with his store is a 
fine and commodious one (60x2.5 feet in size 
and including one floor and a basement) and it 
is very completely fitted up for the carrying on 
of the business in the best possible manner. 
Dealing as he does in such perishable com- 
modities as Meat, Fish, Oysters, Fruit, Vege- 
tables, etc., Mr. Atwood has spared no expense 
to provide the most approved means of preserv- 
ing the same when the weather is warm or 
otherwise unfavorable, and he has found his 
reward in the character of his patronage, for no 
one likes to purchase articles of food which 
have been improperly cared for. He was born 
in Wellfleet, Mass., and is widely and favorably 
known in Lewiston and also in Auburn where 
he has been in this business for 20 years. A 
large and varied stock is at all times carried of 
the goods we have mentioned, and during their 
season a specialty is made of the sale of 
Oysters. All the most popular varieties of 
these delicious bivalves being handled. Three 
assistants are employed and all orders promptly 
and satisfactorily filled. 



S. A. Cuinming'S, Manufacturer of Con- 
fectionery, 228 Main Street, Lewiston. The 
progress made in every department of manu- 
facture of late years has not failed to include 
that of Confectionery, and such of our readers 
as like sweets can now congratulate themselves 
that never before was it possible to secure Con- 
fections of such excellent quality at the present 
low prices. Although the immoderate con- 
sumi^tion of Candy is doubtless hurtful, (as is 
also that of Beef or any other article of food), 
still it is now generally conceded by physicians 
that Confectionery is entirely harmless when 
used as it should be, and common sense cor- 
roborates this view of the subject, as evidences 
are afforded on every side that its habitual use 
is not at all incompatible with the most ex- 
huberant health. It is to be taken for granted 
of course, that pure goods only shall be used, 
and such are by no means hard to obtain here 
in Lewiston, as Mr. S. A. Cnmmines, of No. 223 
Main Street, is prepared to furnish tliem in any 
desired quantity, either at wholesale or retail. 
He is a manufacturer as well as a dealer, and 
hence is able to put his prices down t'> the 
lowest notch at which first-class materials can 
be furnished. The premises utilized are 75x30 
feet in dimensions, and three capable and 
efficient assistants are employed. Not only 
Confectionery, but also Fruits, Tobacco, Cigars, 
etc., are handled, and those capable of appre- 
ciating a fine glass of Soda Water will find Mr. 
Cummings ready to supply the purest and most 
delicious Fruit Syrups in combination with 
Fresh and Sparkling Soda. This gentleman is a 
native of Belgrade, Me., and has been a mem- 
ber of our City Council, was Clerk of Board of 
Overseers of Poor for five years. Deputy Sheriff" 
of Androscoggin County, and is now City 
Marshal. He begun operations here in 1884, 
and has made hosts of friends by integrity and 
close attention to business. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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Jordan, Frost & Co., Eastern, Western 
and Southern Lumber, Mouldings, Gutters and 
Brackets, Steam Planing Mill and Lumber Yard 
Foot of Cross Canal, Lewiston. It has long 
been known to builders and others interested, 
that the house of Jordan, Frost ife Co., offered 
special advantages to those desiring lumber of 
any description and the result has been that the 
firm in question has done a very large and pros- 
Ijerous business Although we have spoken in 
the past tense it is to be understood that the 
same desirable condition of affairs exists at the 
present time, as indeed no one could doubt who 
is familiar with the honorable business methods 
employed and the low rates at which goods are 
supplied. This representative enterprise was 
inaugurated some twenty years ago under the 
present firm name, the gentlemen carrying it 
on being Messrs. A. E. Frost and F. M. Jordan. 
These gentlemen are now the sole proprietors,' 
and Mr. Wm. Jordan's interest having been 
purchased by the other partners in ]8S6, are 
extremely well-known in this community. Mr. 
Frost is a native of Tewksbury, Mass., while his 
associate in business was born in Auburn, Me. 
Eastern, Western and Soutliern Lumber is very 
extensively liandled, and Mouldings, Gutters 
and Brackets are manufactured in considerable 
quantities, a steam planing mill being run at 
the foot of Cross Canal. A specialty is made 
of kiln-dried hard wood flooring and sheathing. 
Employment is given to twenty men and great 
pains are taken to insure the prompt and 
accurate filling of all orders. 



Lewiston Machine Co., opposite Upper 
Maine Central Depot, Lewiston. The manufac- 
ture of textile machinery is one of the great in- 
dustries of the country, and it is one that can- 
not be carried on successfully unless conserva- 
tism be combined with enterprise, and economy 
with liberal business methods. This may seem 
a contradiction of terms, but it is only appar- 
ently so, and every manufacturer will appre- 
hend our real meaning, which is economy as to 
every detail of manufacture, but enlightened 
liberality as regards the acquisition of desirable 
patents and the employment of the best availa- 
ble skill. Many changes have been made in 
American textile machinery within the last 
quarter-century, and as a rule it is run over one 
third faster than was formerly the case. Eng- 
lish mill-owners and operatives visiting this 
country always remark this, and it is generally 
understood that man for man. the production 
of a cotton or woolen mill here is considerably 
greater than in the Old Country. Higher speed 
involves the necessity of moie perfect design 
and construction, and it is owing to the perfec- 
tion which its products in the shape of Textile 
Machinery have.attained, that the Lewiston Ma- 
chine Company is in so prosperous a condition. 
It was organized in 1864, witii a capital of $100,- 
000, and has for its present officers and dii ectors 
the following widely-known gentlemen : Pres- 
ident, C. I. Barker; Treasurer, F. Kelley ; Agent, 
R. C. I^eynolds; Directors, N. Dingley, jr., John 
W. Farwell. C. I. Barker, E. S. Davis, James 
Dempsey, E. T. Gile, and L. L. Shaw. An ex- 
tremely elaborate and costly plant is maintained, 
including one of the best foundries in the State, 
and employ mtnt is given to two hundred hands. 



The furnishing of strictly reliable and first-class 
Machinery at the lowest market rates is the aim 
of those having this enterprise in charge, and 
the large and increasing sales show that this de- 
sign is fully and satisfactorily carried out. The 
works are located opposite the Upper Maine 
Central Depot, and co\er a considerable area of 
ground. 



Hortou & Peirce, Dealers in Rubber 
Goods, 87 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. So general 
and important are the applications which have 
been made of Rubber Goods, that they have be- 
come one of the great necessities of civilization 
in this climate at all events, and by their judi- 
cious use, enough can be saved in doctor's bills 
in the course of a year to more than square the 
account. To begin with, everybody ought to 
have a pair of Rubber Boots. When we say 
everybody, we mean everybody, — young or old, 
rich or poor, and these indispensable articles 
are now supplied at such low rates that they 
are within the means of all. It is always the 
truest economy, however, to get a good quality 
of Rubber Goods, and this may be done by 
patronizing the establishment conducted by 
Messrs. Horton & Peirce. at No. 87 Lisbon 
Street, for these gentlemen carry one of the 
most complete stocks in the State of Maine, 
comprising all grades and kinds of Rubber 
Goods, and will fully guarantee every article 
sold to prove precisely as represented. They 
po a wholesale and retail business, and occupy 
one floor of the dimensions of 3.'3x40 feet, to- 
gether with a basement of the same size. 
Among the articles in stock, the following may 
beenumerated: Ladies' and Gents' Mackintosh 
Garments; Gents' and Boys' Rubber Coats, 
in all weights and sizes; Ladies', Misses' 
and Children's Rubber Circulars, in various 
colors. Special attention given to Ladies' 
Cloth Surface Garments, in all latest close- 
fitting styles. Cotton and Rubber Hose, all 
weights and sizes; Elastic Stockings, Anklets, 
Leggins, Armlets, etc., made to order on short 
notice. Elastic Bands in great variety. White 
Hospital Sheeting, Bandage Gum and Sheet 
Horse Cover's and Hoods. Wagon Boots, 
Blankets. Nursing Bottles, with Fittings, Nip- 
ples, Tubes and Brushes. Lycoming & Good- 
year Glove Rubber Boots, and Foot-Weai- in all 
styles. Rubber Hai.s, Gloves, Mittens, Tubing, 
Mats, Leggins. Aprons, Crib Sheets, Dress 
Shields, Capes, Bibs, Sponge Bags, etc. Foot- 
Balls, Dolls, Rattles, Combs, Chair Tips, Corks, 
Face Bags, Cots, Ice Bags, Pants, Matting, Stair 
Treads, Window Cleaner.>. etc. Physicians' 
Supplies and Druggists' Sundries, Air and 
Water Beds, Pillows, Cushions, Rings, Syringes, 
Atomizers, Tubing, Hot Water Bottles, and the 
list might be almost indefinitely extended. 
But enough has been said to give an idea of the 
resources of the establishment, and no one 
wishing anything made of Rubber can afford to 
let this store remain unvisited. A full stock of 
Gents' Furnishing Goods has recently been 
jidded, which are sold at low prices. Mr. W. R. 
Horton is a native of Reading, Mass , while Mr. 
A. F. Peirce was born in Waltham, in the same 
State, and these gentlemen possess advantages 
in the handling of the articles mentioned, 
which would be hard to parallel elsewhere. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 




D. B. Stevens, Manufacturer of Doors, 
Blinds, Sash, etc., o4 Main Street, Lewiston. An 
establishment which has come to be known by 
builders and others as the headquarters for 
Carpenters' Supplies and 
similar articles, is that 
carried on by Mr. D. B. 
Stevens at No. 34 Main 
Street. Business was be- 
gun by Mr. Stevens in 
1871, and he has steadily 
increased the scope of his 
operations until now cus- 
Itomers throughout this 
section are supplied. He 
is a native of Woodstock, Me., and is very wide- 
ly known in Lewiston and vicinity, and a mem- 
ber of the Fiee Masons :nid Grand Army. The 
premises occupied for the storage and sale of 
goods comprise two floors of the dimensions of 
75X.S0 feet, and an extensive stock is constantly 
carrien of Doors. Sash, Blinds, Door and Win- 
dow Frames, Glazed Windows. Mouldings, 
Brackets, etc., as well as a complete assortment 
of Carpenters' Supplies, including Butts, Knobs, 
Locks, Weights, Cord, etc. Many of these 
goods are manufactured by Mr. Stevens at his 
Planing Mill on Cross Canal, which occupies 
two floors, measuring 40 x 60 feet, and requires 
about 10-horse power to run the machinery 
used. Employment is given to ten assistants, 
and we must not forget to mention that an im- 
portant- department of the business is the paint- 
ing of blinds to order, this work being done in 
the very l»est manner and at short notice. IjOW 
prices prevail at Mr. Stevens' establishment. 
and ordt-rs are promptly and accurately filled, 



J. B. Ham & Co., Millers. Flour, Grain 
and Feed. Mill and Office in Grand Trunk 
Yard, Lewiston. It is impossible to make a 
review of the leading industries of Lewiston 
and vicinity without the attention soon being 
called to the trade in Flour, Grain, Feed, etc., 
for this is of so much importance that it occu- 
pies a very high comparative position when the 
totals for each branch of trade are footed up, 
and engages the best efforts of some of the 
most prominent of our citizens. There, for in- 
stance, is the firm of J. B. Ham & Co. This 
house begun operations in 1872, and has now 
built up a business which easily entitles it to a 
position in the very front rank of those con- 
cerns conducting similar establishments. Since 
the decease of Mr. J. B. Ham, which occurred 
in September, 1888, the business has been con- 
ducted by his son. E. J. Ham, under the same 
firm-name. Mr. Ham is a native of IvCwiston. 
The senior partner was the first Mayor of this 
city, and held the oflice for two terms; also 
had been Ilepresentative to the Legislature. A 
large and admirably equipped Grist Mill is 
maintained, located in Grand Trunk Yard, and 
Flour. Grain, Feed, etc., are handled very ex- 
tensively — Grinding in car lots being done, 
many wholesale houses being supplied. Em- 
ployment is given to six assistants, and 
every order is assured early and careful atten- 
tion. No lower rates are fixed anywhere, and 
that the advantages ottered are fully appreciated 
is evidenced by the steadily increasing busi- 
ness done. 



The Bearce & Cliflford Construction 
Company. Teams for Heavy Trucking fur- 
nished at Lowest Cash Prices. No. 242 Hay- 
market Square, Lewiston. It is becoming more 
and more the custom — in fact, it may be said to 
be a well-nigh universal practice at the pi'esent 
day — to do work of any magnitude on the 
"contract system," and, although some objec- 
tions have doubtless been raised to this method 
of doing business, they have been aimed more 
directly at the employment of irresponsible 
parties than at the system itself. As prominent 
and widely-known a firm of contractors as can be 
found in this State, is that of The Bearce & Clif- 
ford Construction Company, whose office is at 
No. 242 Haymarket Square, and the reputation of 
this concern for probity and entire reliability is 
as high as the operations of the firm are exten- 
sive. One of the latest examples of their work 
is that afforded by the dam built for the Little 
Androscoggin Water Power Company, at 
Auburn, in the construction of whidi a force of 
ninety men was employed night and day. Mr. 
S R. Bearce is a native of this State, while Mr. 
J. D. Clifford was born in Columbus, Ohio, 
both gentlemen being connected with the 
Board of Trade, and Mr. Bearce with the Odd 
Fellows. Contracts will be entered into for the 
l^uilding of Masonry of any description, and 
the experience and facilities of this concern are 
such that it has but little to fear from competi- 
tion when good work is demanded. A very large 
Trucking business is also done, in which em- 
ployment is given to twenty-five men, sixty 
horses and twenty two trucks. Teams are fur- 
nished at the lowest cash prices, and first-class 
service in every respect is guaranteed. The 
shortest notice only is required "to assure the 
supplying of transportation facilities in any 
desired amount, and very low rates are made 
on large orders. 



K. C. Doiig"las, Dealer in Groceries, and 
Provisions, Meats and Fish, also Fruits and 
Confectionery. No. 2.59 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. 
The establishment carried on by Mr. E. C. 
Douglas at No. 2.59 Lisbon Street has been 
known to the public for a number of years, but 
has never borne a higher reputation than it has 
since the present proprietor assumed control in 
1884. Mr. Douglas is well known about town 
being a prominent business man and was a 
member of the City Council for 1886-87, and his 
trade is rapidly and steadily increasing, under 
the influence of the close attention he gives to 
the wants of the public? The store utilized 
measures 6.5xoO feet and the stock ou hand is 
remarkable alike for extent and variety. It 
comprises Choice Family Groceries, Provisions, 
Meats and Fish, together with fall lines of 
Fruit and Confectionery. It w^ll thus be seen 
that a full assortment of household supplies is 
to be had at this one store and not a few people 
recognize the advantages of doing all their 
marketina' atone establishment and place their 
orders with Mr. Douglas. He employs two 
competent and polite assistants, and as long as 
he adheres to his present practice of giving a 
full equivalent for every cent he receives, he 
may confidently rely on the continued favor of 
the public. Goods are promptly delivered and 
are sure to prove as represented. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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Li. W; Ballard, sole agent for the cel- 
ebrated Knabe Piauos, also Orf^ans and 
Sheet Music, Lewiston. A piano or an 
organ costs a good deal of money, even 
when supplied at the lowest possible rates 
and very few people can afford to invest 
such a sum without being assured that 
they are getting value for value. It is 
owing to the comparatively high price 
which must be put on a tirst-class instru- 
ment that some unscrupulous dealers 
offer pianos and organs intrinsically 
worthless, at much lower rates than can 
be made on any article of merit. If you 
wish a piano, buy it of a responsible 
house, for such can sell (food instiuments 
as cheap as anybody and a poor one is 
dear at any price. If any information is 
desired relative to musical instruments 
or merchandise, call on Mr. L. W. Ballaid, 
under Music Hall, and he will be found wil- 
ling and able to lend all necessary aid. 
He began the sale of Pianos, etc., here in 
1867, and now conducts one of the finest 
establishments of the kind in the State, acting 
as sole agent for the celebrated Knabe Pianos, 
as well Hs those produced by Behr Biotliers of 
New Yoik, and the Emerson Piano t'o , of Bos- 
ton, while he also represents the K^tey Organ 
Co.. which in our opinion makes the finest cub- 
inet organ in llie world. Sheet Music, Instruc- 
tion Books,— in fact everything in the musical 
line, may be obtained through Mr. Ballard at 
the lowest maiket rates. His goods are fully 
guaranteed and his representations may be im- 
plicitly relied upon. 

Clias. H. Jumper, Brass Founder; Manu- 
facturer of all kinds of Brass and Composition 
Castings, and Zincs for Batteries. Shop, corner 
of Canal and Asli Streets, Lewiston. As it is 
often of great importance to know where Brass 
or Composition Castings may be made of fine 
finish and accurate proportions, we take this 
opportunity of calling the attention of those in- 
terested, to the establishment of Mr. Charles 
H. Jumper, at the corner of Canal and Ash 
Streets, for facilities are there at hand for the 
casting of such materials in a thoroughly first- 
class manner, and the work which has been 
turned out in the past is an assurance of what 
may confidently be expected in the future. 
The ente rprise was inaugurated in 1867, by Mr. 
John F. Loomis, and passed under the control 
of its present proprietor some twelve years later. 
Mr. Jumper was born in New Gloucester, Me. , 
and is connected with the Free Masons. He is 
a thorough mechanic himself, and only employs 
such to assist him, and as a consequence his 
establishment has attained a reputation for fine 
and accurate work, which is as high as it is 
deserved. One floor is occupied of the dimen- 
sions of 25x40 feet, and Brass and Composition 
Castings, Zincs for Batteries, etc., are manufac- 
tured to order. Also, Weights for trotting 
horses are manufactured to order. Especial 
attention is given to the making of Models, and 
those realizing the importance of having such 
made in the very best manner, would do well to 
patronize Mr. Jumper, when they have occasion 
for skillful work of this kind. Repairing is also 
done at short notice, and all prices are fair and 
reasonable. 




Thomas Vauglian, Dealer in Furniture, 
Carpeting, Coffins, Caskets, and Robes. No. 
281 and 233 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. Although 
it is unquestionably true that the furniture 
dealers of Lewiston and vicinity are many and 
enterprising, still there are some houses in this 




line of business that are particularly worthy of 
patronage, and we have no hesitation in saying 
that one of the foremost of these is that of 
which Mr. Thomas Vaughan is the proprietor, 
located in his new building at 231 and 233 
Lisbon Street. Mr. Vaughan ought to under- 
stand his business by this time at any rate, for 
he has carried it on for nearly a quarter of a 
century, having founded it in 186-5. He occu- 
pies premises comprising five floors of the 
dimensions of 7-'>x25 feet, and carries a stock of 
Furniture, Car])ets, etc., such as only a dealer 
of ability and experience could get together. 
It embraces goods of all grades and prices and, 
coming from the most reputable manufacturers, 
is guaranteed to prove as represented in every 
instance. Whether you want to spend $1U0 or 
one-tenth that sum on furniture, call on Mr. 
Vaughan and you will get polite attention, 
prompt service and satisfactory goods at bottom 
prices. Undertaking is made a special branch 
of the business, and a complete stock of Coffins, 
Caskets, Robes, and Funeral Goods of all 
descriptions, is always on hand. Everything 
necessary will be furnished if desired, includ- 
ing Hearses, Hacks, etc., and the charges are 
made as low as the nature of the accommoda- 
tions supplied will permit. Mr. Vaughan is a 
well-known citizen and is very generally and 
highly esteemed in the community. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



Richards & Merrill, Merchant Tailors, 
and dealers in Ready-Made Clothinsr and Gents' 
Furnishing Goods, Lyceum Hall Block, Lis^bon 
Street, Lewiston. Important as the Clothing 
trade is in this city and numerous and influen 
tial as are the houses engaged in it, there is no 
difficulty experienced in choosing the represen- 
tative and leading concern in this line of busi- 
ness, for no one acquainted with the facts in the 
case would think of disputing the claims of 
Messrs. Richards & Merrill to that honor. This 
firm began operations in 1S5?>, so that the 
first quarter-century of its existence has now 
been reached, and one might search very long 
amongst the history of the business enterprises 
of this State before coming across a record 
which would parallel in all respects that held 
by the house alluded to. One ot its most prom- 
inent characteristics is keeping faith with its 
customers. Messrs. Richards & Merrill never 
intentionally allow an article to leave their store 
which will not prove in eacli and every respect 
fully equal to the representations made concern- 
ing it, and as a consequence those who know 
the firm best place the most implicit confidence 
in its promises and statements. Mr. D. O. Rich- 
ards is a native of Durham, while Mr- J. L, 
Merrill was born in Yarmouth, and both these 
gentlemen are members of the Royal Arcanum, 
and are likewise connected with the Board of 
Trade. Two floors are utilized of tlie dimen- 
sions of 85x30 feet, and the stock of Ready- 
Made Clothing and Gents' Furnishing Goods 
carried is one of the largest in the entire State, 
and certainly the most extensive in this portion 
of it. Suits are on hand of all sizes and styles, 
and those wishing garments which can be de- 
pended upon should visit this establishment 
where they will find courteous attention and 
low prices. All grades of Ready-Made Clothing 
are handled, and for those who prefer custom 
work special provision is made, a department of 
the store being exclusively assigned to this 
branch and the most skillful and experienced 
tailors employed. Satisfaction is guaranteed 
and no exorbitant rates are charged. 



E. H. Hutchins, Grocer, 2.5 Main Street 
Lewiston. If there were no other reason for 
making mention of the establishment conduct- 
ed by Mr. E. H. Hutchins at Xo. 25 Main Street, 
than that of its long standing, it would still be 
worthy of a place in our columns, for this is 
the oldest grocery store in the city, having been 
opened about a half-century ago. But Mr. 
Hutchins is not dependent upon this fact for 
the celebrity his enterprise has attained, but 
rather is it due to the methods which have gov- 
erned its manaeement since he assumed posses- 
sion in 1875. lie is a native of Rumford, Me., of 
which town he was formerly postmaster. Mr. 
Hutchins has largely increased the tiade of the 
establishment of which he is now proprietor, and 
has done so by a very simple process — making 
it desirable to do business there. He has proved 
to the satisfaction of the public that he handles 
rehable goods, that he guarantees them to prove 
as represented, that he extends courteous treat- 
ment towaid all and that his prices are as low 
as the lowest. Under these circumstances his 
success is not to be wondered at. A very large 
and varied stock i.s carried and three active and 
polite assistants are at hand to give all orders 
prompt and careful attention. 



Charles A. AhlM>tt, Apothecary, corner 
liisbon and Main Streets, Lewiston. One of 
the oldest established enterpri.ses of the kind in 
Lewit.ton, is that conducted by Mr. Charles A. 
Abbott, at the corner of Lisbon and Main 
Streets. This undertaking was founded over 
thirty years ago, and passed through several 
hands before coming into the possession of its 
present proprietor, in 1884. Mr. Abbott was 
born in Dover, New Hanipshiie, and is a mem- 
ber of the Masons and Knights of Honor. The 
premises utilized by him aie of the dimensions 
of .35x25 feet, and are very completely fitted up 
for the carrying on of a first class retail Apothe- 
cary business. The stock, which includes Drugs, 
Medicines, Toilet Articles, etc., is both large 
and well-selected, and has been chosen with a 
special view to the cariying on of an extensive 
Prescription trade. It comprises Standard 
Drugs, etc., from the most reputable producers 
aud wholesalers in the country, and is thorough- 
ly desirable in every respect. Mr. Abbott; is 
also well provided with all the necessary appar- 
atus for the handling, mixing, etc., of the 
articles which he deals in, and not the least 
popular feature of his establishment is the 
maintainance of the lowest possible prices in 
every department. Pains are taken to give all 
callers prompt and polite attention, and Pre- 
scriptions are filled without undue delay, at all 
times. 



Daniel Allen & Co., Manufacturers of 
and Dealers in Furniture, Cofiins, Caskets, 
Robes, etc. Also, Carpetings of all kinds. No. 
225 Lisbon Street, opposite Post Oflice, Lewis- 
ton. It is but right that among the most prom- 
inent business enterprises of this city, mention 
should be made of that conducted by Messrs. 
Daniel Allen & Co., at No. 225 Lisbon Street, 
opposite tbe Post-office, for this establishment 
is one of the largest in this portion of the State, 
and it has attained its present size by hard 
work and intelligent management on the part 
of those carrying it on. The inauguration of 
the enterprise in question, was in the year 1870, 
by Messrs. Carter, Allen & Maxwell, and the 
l^resent firm-name was adopted some fourteen 
years later. Mr. Allen is anative of Bowdoin,Me., 
aud formerly connected with the School Commit- 
tee in that place and iu Webster, afterwaid being 
a member of the Common Council of this city. 
JStr. Allen, whose death occurred iu March, 1888, 
since which date the business has been in 
charge of iMr. William Allen, who was with him 
for three yeais previous, was very well and 
favorably known in Lewiston and vicinity, and 
the house bearing his name was the first to an- 
nounce that it was prepared to undertake the 
entire charge of funerals, its services in this 
capacity, being of a very liigh order of merit 
and in great demand. Embalming, etc., will 
be done in accordance with the most approved 
modern methods, and Coffins, Caskets, Robes, 
etc., are supplied at the very lowest rates. The 
premises occupied compiise five floors of the 
dimensions of 100x25 feet, and a magnificent 
assortment of Carpets aud Furniture is shown, 
including goods of all patterns and grades, aud 
the productions of some of the best manufac- 
turers in the country. Employment is afforded 
to eight assistants, and we need hardly say that 
every article sold is guaranteed to prove just as 
represented. 



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O. W. Kimball & Co., Druggists and 
Apothecaries, Jobbers and Retailers of extra 
quality of Spruce Gum, 260 Lisbon Street. Lew- 
iston. The amount of Spruce Gum which is 
annually marketed in this State would surprise 
many of our readers, and indeed it is hard to 
realize what becomes of the immense quantity 
produced. That Spruce Gum is the only gum 
fit to use, is becoming more clearly understood 
every day, and provided it be of first-class 
quality there can be but little doubt that it is 
not only non-injurious, but in some cases posi- 
tively beneficial. The house of O. W. Kimball 
& Co., of this city, has gained an extended I'ep- 
utation for fair dealing and strictly honorable 
business methods, but we question if it has 
established a higher name in any special depart- 
ment than it has in that devoted to the hand- 
ling of Spruce Gum, which it is prepared to 
supply, either at wholesale or retail, at the 
lowest market rates. One floor is occupied of 
the dimensions of 55x2.5 feet, and an extremely 
varied stock is on hand, comprising Drugs, 
Medicines, Chemicals, Cutlery, and Druggists' 
Sundries of about every description. Business 
was begun in 1874, under the present firm 
name, and since that date a trade has been 
built up which need not shrink from compari- 
son with that of any similar establishment in 
this city. Mr. Kimball is a native of Augusta, 
and a member of the Odd Fellows. Employ- 
ment is afforded to three courteous and 
thoroughly competent assistants, and either 
wholesale or retail orders will receive early and 
careful attention. The assortment of Medi- 
cines, Drugs, etc., is most complete, and it is 
therefore possible for this house to guarantee 
satisfaction in the filling of prescriptions, etc., 
as the utmost care is exercised and reasonable 
charges made. 



Samuel Hibbert's Eating House. Meals 
served at all hours. 195 Lisbon Street, Lewis- 
ton. "There's no place like home," says the 
old song that has found its way to the hearts of 
millions of people, and that there is " more 
truth than poetry" in that assertion, we are 
sure our readers will agree. But one cannot 
always be at home, and therefore the only 
course to puisue is to patronize establishments 
that are as homelike as possible. In this con- 
nection, we really take pleasure in calling our 
readers' attention to the enterprise carried on 
by Mr. Samuel Ilibbert, at 195 Lisbon Street, 
for at this place one can feel as much at home 
as liberal business methods, prompt and willing 
service, and choice and well-cooked food can 
make him. Mr. Hibbert is a native of England, 
and has been identified with his present under- 
taking since ISSG. He is a member of the Free 
Masons, and has a very large circle of friends 
in Lewiston and vicinity, for he is a gentleman 
of social disposition, and his business is one 
particularly favorable to the making of acquaint- 
ances. The premises occupied comprise two 
floors of the dimensions of 55x30 feet, employ- 
ment being afforded to five efficient assistants. 
Meals are served at all hours, and every effort 
is made to avoid those tedious waits so annoy- 
ing to anybody whose time is of value. Mr. 
Hibbert supplies his table with the best that 
the market affords, and his prices are very low 
for such superior accommodations. 











M. C. Dunbar, Hair Goods and Embroider- 

ieS( 131 Lis- 
bon Street, 
Lewiston. 
'DunbarV 
has be- 
come a 
very famil- 
iar teim to 
the ladies 
of this city 
for the es- 
tablish- 
ment car- 
ried on un- 
der that 
name is 
one of the 
most popular enterprises of the kind to be found 
anywhere, and has been conducted ever since 
1876. It was started at the date mentioned by 
Mrs. M. C. Dunbar. The premises utilized are 
located at No. 131 Lisbon Street, and measure 
40x22 feet. Hair Goods, Embroideries, etc., are 
very extensively handled, and the latest fashion- 
able novelties in these lines are to be had here 
as soon as they appear in the market. Especial 
attention is given to' supplying fine human hair 
of any desired shade, and an extensive and val- 
uable stock of such goods is always on hand. 
Custom Hair Work is also an important branch 
of the business, orders being filled without de- 
lay and at most reasonable rates. Employment 
is given to two experienced and efficient assis- 
tants, and prompt and courteous attention is as- 
sured to every caller. Embroidery Work to or- 
der and Stamping is another popular feature of 
the enterprise, and many ladies avail themselves 
of the opportunity to have their embroidering 
done at low prices. 



E. A. Olfene. Registered Druggist, No. 123 
Lisbon Street. Lewiston. Other things being 
equal, it is undoubtedly the wisest plan to pur- 
chase your Drugs and Medicines of the concern 
doing the largest business. Drugs depend on 
their freshness for much of their virtue, and an 
establishment that receives but a small amount 
of patronage, must inevitably carry some goods 
in stock for months and even years. This is 
unavoidable, and therefore we say, patronize a 
concern that does a big business, that is con- 
stantly renewing its stock, and that can supply 
you with fresh, pure, and in shoi-t, reliable goods 
at the lowest market rates. An enterprise of 
just this character is that carried on by E. A. 
Olfene, at No. 123 Lisbon Street. Business was 
begun by this concein in 1887, succeeded by the 
present style in 1S8S, and the public were quick 
to note the advantagt'S offered, and to support 
an undertaking so liberally and intelligently 
managed. Mr. Olfene is a native of Gray, Me., 
and is a skillful and experienced Pharmacist, 
familiar with every detail of his business. The 
store measures about 65x40 feet, and is elegant- 
ly and conveniently fitted up. The stock car- 
ried is of course large, but it is constantly being 
renewed, and is made up exclusively of fresh 
and desirable goods. Prescriptions are com- 
pounded without delay at most reasonable rates, 
and Toilet Articles, Fancy Goods, etc., can also 
be purchased of this concern to •xcellent ad- 
vantage. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



Cressey's New City Restaurant, Ice Cream 
and Oyster Rooms, 167 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. 
Food and health are so intimately connected 
that it ia hard to determiae wlio exercises the 
most influence over the health of a community 
— a successful physician or a widely patronized 
saloon-keeper, but one thing is sure — if people 
would have more regard for wliat they eat 
there would be a great falling off in ihe demand 
for drugs. It takes an old campaigner, how- 
ever, to fully appreciate the importance of good 
food and plenty of it, for such a man has often 
known what it was to be deprived of even the 
poorest sustenance and lias learned that no one 
who wants to retain health and strength can 
afford to neglect his stomacb. Mr. D. B. 
Cressey, who carries on the "New City Restau- 
ant" at No. 167 Lisbon Street, has more than 
once been in a position to realize what it means 
to "fight on an empty stomach," fur he has a 
war record of which any man might well feel 
proud, and is now a prominent member of the 
Grand Army. He has evidently determined to 
afford everybody in his vicinity an opportunity 
to obtain a "square meal" at a reasonable 
price for since he inaugurated the enterprise 
we have mentioned, in 18S6, he has spared np 
efforts to accommodate the public in the most 
liberal manner at the lowest possible rates. 
He is a native of Milford, Me., and, it goes 
without saying, is one of the most popular men 
in this community as his honorable business 
methods are universally appreciated, and the 
mej'ics of his establishment conceded by all. 
Two floors are occupied, measuring 8ox4U feet, 
and six assistants are employed. This is the 
largest and best equipped restaurant in the entire 
State. It has accommodations for seating 225 
people at one time, and on some occasions dines 
2000 at a meal. The Ice Cream apparatus is run 
by water power and cost $1000, being one of the 
most complete in New England. There is also 
a commodious dining-room for the use of 
military and fire companies, etc., where the 
" boys " can have a good time as well as prompt 
service, meals being cooked to order at ail 
hours. Table board by the day or week is 
furnished and the rates tor regular boarders 
are very low indeed. Ice Cream and Confec- 
tionery are largely handled and Oysters in 
every style made a specialty in their season. 



Roche & Currau, dealers in Meat, Fish, 
Groceries, Provisions and Flour, 249 Main Street, 
Lewiston. Of course in so extensive a commu- 
nity as that to be found in Lewiston and vicin- 
ity, there must be many establishments devoted 
to the sale of Family Stores, etc., and so in fact 
there is, but few among them handle so great a 
variety of these goods as that conducted by 
Messrs. Roche & Curran at No. 240 Main Street. 
This enterprise was inaugurated in 188(), and has 
already reached a much greater development 
than that of many similar undertakings of 
double its age. Messrs. Edward Roche and 
James Currau are both natives of Lewiston and 
are well and favorably known about the city. 
They have worked hard to gain success, and 
no one familiar with their business methods 
will begrudge them the heavy trade they have 
built up, for it has been attained by entirely le- 
gitimate means, and is being steadily added to 
in the same way. One floor and a basement are 




occupied and a very heavy and varied stock is 
carried, comprising Meat, Fish, Groceries Pro- 
visions, Flour, Fruit, Confectionery, etc., togeth- 
er with a choice assortment of Tobacco and 
Cigars. Employment is afforded two efficient 
and polite assistants and customers are attend- 
ed to with promptness and courtesy. Messrs. 
Roche & Curran sell at the lowest market rates 
but do not. offer low prices on account of hand- 
ling inferior stock. All goods sold by them are 
warranted to prove as represented, and ordeis 
are delivered accurately and promptly. 

T. R. Catland, Machinist and Locksmith, 

dealerin 
Cutlery 

and 
Sporting 

Goods 
of all 
kinds. 
Stencil 
Cutting 
Key Fit- 
ting and 
Repair- 
ing of all 
kinds of 

Light 
Machin- 
ist's 
work, 
No. 120 
Lisbon 
St., Lew- 
iston, 

Me. It is a source of much amusement to those 
who are not members of the fraternity them- 
selves, to see the tenderness with which the true 
sportsman regards his gun, fishing-rod, etc., and 
they cannot understand why he should consider 
them as anything more than pieces of iron or 
wood of a certain value. But to those who 
" know how it is themselves" no explanation is 
needed and they would as soon think of laugh- 
ing at a man for showing affection for his wife 
and family as they would on account of his fond- 
ness for the companions of his sports. We feel 
sure that we number many lovers of field sports 
among our readers, and lience take special pleas- 
ure in directing attention to the establishment 
of Mr. T. R. Catland at No. 120 Lisbon Street, 
for this gentleman is excellently prepared to 
serve them and we can recommend the goods 
he handles as being strictly reliable aud sure to 
prove as represented. Mr. Catland was born in 
Damariscotta, Me., and became connected with 
the establishment he now conducts in 1887, suc- 
ceeding Mr. H. A. Whitney. The premises uti- 
lized comprise one floor of the dimensions of 
.'iOx;W feet, and both a wholesale and retail busi- 
ness is done, sporting goods of all descriptions 
being e:^tensively handled. Fine lines of cut- 
lery, locksmith's goods, etc., are carried, and 
among the first-named articles are many special- 
ly adapted to sportsmen's use. Gun and lock- 
smithing is done in the very best manner and 
the repairing of umbrellas, cutting of stencil 
plates, etc., are very important branches of the 
business. Mr. Catland's work is both neat and 
durable and his prices are equitable and fair. 
Mr. Catland is also agent for the celebrated 
Springfield Roadster. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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F. E. Crane & Co., Undertakers, dealers 
iu Coffias, Caskets and Floral Designs. Em- 
balming a specialty. No. 57 Main Street, Lew- 
iston. Residence, 'li Spring St., cor. Hampshire 
St., Auburn. It is quite unnecessary to argue 
as to the advisability of employing an Under- 
taker possessed of a thorough knowledge of 
every detail of his business where the services 
of such a practitioner are required, lor the reas- 
ons for so doing are so obvious that space would 
only be wasted iu setting them down in detail. 
Therefore, when we declare that Messrs. F. E. 
Crane <fe Co. have given abundant evidence that 
they are well prepared to satisfactorily attend 
to all the multifarious details of a city under- 
taking business, we think that the reason of the 
liberal patronage they receive is already suffi- 
ciently plain. This firm commenced operations 
here in 1886. and soon gained the confidence and 
respect of the community by the liberal and 
dignified way in which all commissions were 
executed. The warerooms are located at No. 57 
Main Street, and as some one is in attendance at 
all hours of the day or night, orders can be giv- 
en at any time, and will be acted upon with 
promptness and skill. Mr. Crane's residence is 
at 21 Spring Street, Auburn, and instructions 
may be left at that address if preferred. He is 
a native of Fayette, Maine, and is connected 
with the Knights of Pytiiias, Odd Fellows, An- 
cient Order of United Workmen and the Red 
Men. This house makes a specialty of Embalm- 
ing, and is prepared to undertake the same in 
accordance with the most approved scientific 
methods, on reasonable terms. Coffins, Caskets 
and Floral Designs are dealt in, and a sufficient 
variety is kept in stock to suit all tastes and 
conditions. 



Wakefield Brothers, Apothecaries, 114 
Lisbon Street, Lewiston. It is just a score of 
years since the enterprise conducted by Wake- 
field Brothers was inaugurated, and during that 
extended period of time, a record has been 
made, of which the firm alluded to may well be 
proud. Their establishment is located at No. 
114 Lisbon Street., one spacious floor being 
occupied, and a heavy and valuable stock car- 
ried, consisting of Drugs, Medicines and Chem- 
icals in great variety, a full line of Patent Medi- 
cines and Toilet Articles, Fancy Goods, etc. 
The firm is constituted of Messrs. S. D. and E. 
Wakefield, botii of these gentlemen being na- 
tives of Lewiston, and extremely well-known 
here. Although conducting a general Drug 
business, this concern gives especial attention 
to the Compounding of Physicians' Prescrip- 
tions, and we feel assui-ed that no Pharmacy in 
Maine is better prepared to give entire satisfac- 
tion to customers in this most important de- 
partment. Carrying a full assortment of costly 
as well as of ordinarj" Drugs, etc., and making 
it a point to see that no ingredients are used 
that are injuriously affected by age or other 
causes, this firm offers advantages in the filling 
of Prescriptions that are well worthy of being 
taken into consideration, and that they are 
appreciated is proved by the heavy jjatronage 
enjoyed. Reasonable rates are maintained, and 
two efficient assistants are at hand to give 
prompt attention to customers. 



John C. Hatch, Successor to Johnston & 
Hatch, Manufacturer of Cigars, No. 64 Lisbon 
Street, Lewiston. The story of the non-smoker 
who informed the habitual smoker that during 
the past 20 years he had wasted money enough 
on tobacco to buy him a house, but who was 
forced to confess, in response to a question, 
that he owned no house, himself although his 
income was as large as that of the man ho 
sought to instruct, is enough to provoke a 
smile to be sure, but it is something more 
inasmuch as it contains the gist of the oft- 
mooted question regarding the extravagance of 
tobacco using. Tobacco costs money undoubt- 
edly, so does beef and rump steak cost more 
than shin-bone, but for all that is it advisable 
to always sacrifice everything to so-called 
economy and deny oneself every enjoyment 
because, forsooth, they are not to be had for 
nothing? No, we do not think so, and in very 
few ways will money expended, return so high 
an interest in enjoyment as in the purchase of 
tobacco. If you are a smoker call on Mr. John 
C. Hatch at No. 64 Lisbon Street, the sign of 
the " Big Indian," and sample some of his 
cigars. He makes 'em and therefore knows just 
what he is selling and saving all middlemen's 
profit is able to furnish a very superior article at a 
low price. Cigars, Tobacco, Smokers' Articles, 
etc., are handled very extensively, a wholesale 
and retail business being done, and employ- 
ment afforded to six assistants. This enter- 
prise was originated in 1879 by Messrs. John- 
ston & Hatch and came into the sole possession 
of Mr. Hatch in 1885, He is a native of Jack- 
son, Me., and a member of the Odd Fellows, 
having a large circle of friends in this vicinity. 
His goods are always reliable and his prices so 
low as to make his establishment a favorite 
with veteran smokers, 

Nel.son D. Estes, dealer in Stationery, Pe- 
riodicals, Blank Books, Albums. Novelties, &c. 
Room Paper and Window Shades. Wholesale 
dealer in Paper, Twine and Paper Bags, 258 Lis- 
bon Street, Lewiston. It is no wonder that the 
establishment of which Mr. Nelson D. Estes is 
the proprietor is one of the most popular in the 
entire city, for Mr. Estes gives close attention 
to the wishes of his customers, and has built up 
his present extensive trade by dint of hard work 
and unstinting liberality in catering to the de- 
mands of the public. Mr. B. W. Parker found- 
ed the undertaking some thirteen years ago, but 
Mr. Estes assumed control iu 1884, and has since 
been sole manager. The premises occupied are 
55xo0 feet in size and are well filled by a stock 
of Books, Stationery, Blank Books, Albums, 
Wallets, Games. Wall Papers. Window Shades 
and Cutlery, together with Periodicals and a 
well-chosen Circulating Library of 800 volumes. 
This latter feature is one of the most popular 
departments of the business, for many people 
take advantage of the opportunity thus pre- 
sented to obtain the best of reading at a nomi- 
nal cost. Mr, Estes is a nativp of Lewiston and 
is very well known throughout this vicinity. 
He tiikes orders for Job Priming and delivers 
the same at short notice, guaranteeing the work 
to be first class in every respect, while the prices 
are entirely satisfactory. Customers receive 
prompt and polite attention, and ma'y depend 
upon getting reliable goods at bottom rates. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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Charles Greemwood, dealer in Hardware 
and Factory Supplies, Stoves, Jlanires and Fur- 
naces. Plumbing. Steam Heatiu<jand Ventilat- 
ing a Specialty. UU Lisbon Street, Lewiston. 
An establishment which merits special mention 
as being one of the most corai^letely equipped 
of its kind in the entire State is that conducted 
by Mr. Charles Greenwood at No. 191 Lisbon 
Street, and ;in idea of the magnitude of the busi- 
ness done and the size of the stock curried may 
be gained from the fact that the premises occu- 
pied comprise three floors of the dimensions of 
100x25 feet. Mr. Greenwood is a native of Far- 
mington, Maine, a member of the Odd Fellows, 
and began operations here in 1S7'.>. It is hardly 
necessary to say anything about his qualifica- 
tions as a bu>iness man when reviewing the 
great establishment of which he is proprietor, 
as no better evidence could be wanted on this 
point than that afforded by the many signs of 
prosperity noticeable on every s'de. An im- 
mense stock is carried, made up of Hardware, 
Factory Supplies, Stoves, Range's. Furnaces, etc., 
as well as an extensive and complete assortment 
of Tin and Wooden Ware, ?• cket and Table 
Cutlery, Kitchen Furnishing Goods and other 
articles too numerous to mention. Employment 
is given to 14 assistants, and a specialty is made 
of the prompt and skillful filling of all orders 
for Plumbing, Steam Heating and Ventilat- 
ing. The importance of securing the best pos- 
sible methods of heating and ventilation, is too 
well known to all intelligent peoplis to require 
dwelling upon here, and we will simply state 
that Mr. (Greenwood guarantees satisfaction, 
both as regards the design and the execution of 
his work. Jobbing of every description in Tin, 
Sheet Iron, Zinc and Copper, is done at the 
shortest notice, and owing to the employment 
of skilled and careful workmen and the use of 
the best materials, a strict guarantee is given 
that all commissions of this kind will be filled 
in the most thorouj-h and substantial manner. 
Low rates pievail and the business shows a 
steady and decided increase. 



Clias. A. Eaton, dealer in Fine Confection- 
ery and Fruit, Cigars and Tobacco, 72 Lisbon 
Street, opposite Music Hall entrance, Lewiston. 
The establishment conducted by Mr. Chas. A. 
Eaton at No. 72 Lisbon Street, has certainly pe- 
culiar advantages of location, for it is opposite 
the entrance to Music Hall and is prominently 
as well as centrally situated, but as favorable as 
its position is, it would never have attained its 
present popularity, were it not for the fact that 
the goods and the prices are satisfactory, and 
the management is enterprising and liberal. Mr. 
Eaton has not been identified with this enter- 
prise for many years, but he is thoroughly ac- 
quainted with the business in every detail, and 
gives close personal attention to the carrying 
on of affaiis. One floor, of the dimensions of 
4.5x18 feet is occupied, and a heavy and varied 
stock is carried, comprising fine Confectionery 
and Fruit, together with Cigars, Tobacco, etc. 
Mr. Eaton takes pains to offer none but fresh 
and finely-flavored confections, and has attained 
an enviable reputation in this respect. His 
prices are as low as can be quoted on grades of 
similar excellence, and the Fruit he handles is 
also sold at low rates, an extensive assortment 
being generally on hand. Choice Cigars and 
Toba (!0 attract the users of the "weed,'; and 
the most fastidious can here find a Cigar to suit 
him. 



L. C Hobbiiis, Successor to A. W. Patten, 
dealer in Coal, Wood and Pressed Hay, Office 
and Yard, Opposite Catholic Church, Main 
Street. Agent for Pratt's Poultry and Cattle 
Food. The last two years have been by no 
means favorable to the development of the Coal 
trade, for the many disturbances at the mines 
and elsewhere have so seriously interfered with 
the supply of Coal as to cripple and embar- 
rass even the old established house.>^, so that 
the outlook for the formation of new ones has 
not been at all promising. Still such enter- 
prises have been inaugurated, and some of them 
liave met with success. Among these latter 
being that of which Mr. L. C. Robbins is now 
the proprietor, located at 270 Main Street, 
opposite the Catholic Church. Mr. Robbins is a 
native of Leeds and is connected with the Odd 
Fellows. The nndertaking with which he is 
identified was founded in ISSO by Messrs. Small 
& Patten, later, A. W. Patten. Mr. L. C. 
Robbins taking sole possession in 188S. Hard 
Wood, Soft Wood, Birch Slabs, Birch Edgings, 
Spruce Edgings, Spruce Slabs, also a few cords 
of Choice Rock Maple, fitted or unfitted. Good 
Coal of all kinds. 1 shall endeavor to furnish at 
the market prices Pressed Hay and Straw. 
Agents for Pratt's Food for 
Poultry, Horses and cattle. 
Office and Yard at No. 270 
Main Street, Opposite Cath- 
olic Church. L. C. Robbins, 
Lewiston. He is prepared 
to fill every order at short 
notice in a perfectly satisfac- 
-"S^ts* r_|>^s^6^ tory manner. Wood will be 
sawed and split to suit cus- 
tomers, and the lowest market rates are charged 
for every commodity dealt in. Those who have 
done business with Mr. Robbins speak in the 
highest terms of the careful attention he gives 
to orders, and we can heartily commend this 
enterprise to our readers. 




LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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W. H. Weeks, Book and Job Printer, 232 
Lisbon Street. Lewiston. The question of who 
invented printin;^ with movable type, is not set- 
tled yet, and the advocates of Gutenbert^ are 
hard-pressed by their opponents, who present 
the names of more than one old-time worthy to 
this honor, but it seems to us that after all it is 
of more practical importance to know who is 
best prepared to do printin<i at the present day, 
and in this connection take opportunity to 
mention tlie Job Printing establishment of Mr. 
William H. Weeks, as we believe that it would 
be iiard to find one better prepared to fill all 
orders that may be intrusted to it in a thorough- 
ly satisfactory manner. Mr. Weeks was born 
in this city, and founded the business with 
which he is now connected in 1874. He is con- 
stantly adding to the resources of his office, 
and makes it a point to obtain the most taste- 
ful and fashionable type for use where orna- 
ment is considered, and by so doing, as well as 
by the taste he has shown in its arrangement, 
he has gained a reputation in the line of Artistic 
Typography whicli is as gratifying as it is 
deserved. One floor, of the dimensions of 65x20 
feet, is occupied at No. 232 Lisbon Street, 
equipped with three large presses, requiring 3^ 
horse-power to run them, and employment is 
afforded to seven assistants. The "Labor 
Advocate" is printed by Mr. Weeks, and there- 
fore the many comments which have been made 
upon its neat appearance are direct compli- 
ments to his capacity in this line. Orders, 
either large or small, are promptly filled, and 
the lowest market rates prevail. 



Geo. B. Midland, Dealer in Harnesses, 
Whips, Blankets, Robes, Horse Collars, Brushes, 
etc. Repairing neatly and jiromptly attended 
to. No. 2S9 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. A Har- 
ness which does not combine good material 
and good workman- 
ship is a dangerous ar- 
ticle to use, and those 
who think they are 
g^saving money by pur- 
=chasing an inferior har- 
ness at a price slightlj^ 
below the market price 
for standard goods, are 
making a big mistake, 
and one that may cost them many times the 
small sum they apparently save. By patroniz- 
ing the right dealer, it is possible to get a strictly 
first-cl.ass Harness at a moderate figure, and if 
you doubt this assertion, just call on Mr. Geo. 
B. Michaud, at No. 2S9 Lisbon Street, and in- 
spect his goods and prices. This gentleman 
does not handle inferior stock, and if you buy 
an article of him, you may safely depend on its 
proving as represented Yet his prices are very 
reasonable, and anything in the line of Har- 
neses. Whips, Blankets, Robes, Horse Collars, 
Brushes, etc.. can be bought of him to excellent 
advantage. Mr. Michaud is a native of Canada, 
and became proprietor of his present establish- 
ment in 1887, succeeding Mr. A. Dodge, who 
opened it in 1884. A large and growing busi- 
ness has been built up by Mr. Michaud, who 
gives special attention to Repairing and fills 
orders with neatness and dispatch, his charges 
being moderate and fair. 



Howard Bros., Dealers in Groceries, Pro- 
visions, and all kinds of Country Produce, 40 
Ash Street, Lewiston. When Messrs. Howard 
Bros, began operations here, in 1884, they had 
by no means a clear field to work in, and there 
were not a few who prophesied utter and early 
failure, giving as a reason the belitf that there 
was too much competition. Well, four years 
have passed and the ente«'prise has not failed as 
yet, and what is more, was never farther from 
failure than at the present time, judging from 
the heavy business now done. This success is 
all the more worthy of appreciative mention 
from the fact that it has been won by honorable 
and legitimate means, and so is richly deserved. 
The firm is constituted of Messis, Charles N., 
James C, and Emery N. Howai-d, all of whom 
are natives of Readfieid, Me. Mr. E. N. Howard 
has held varioas important offices at Presque 
Isle, among them that of Superintendent of the 
School Committee, and each of the gentlemen 
mentioned is well known in this vicinity. The 
premises utilized measure 60x20 feet, and Gro- 
ceries, Provisions, Tobacco, Conlectioneiy, etc., 
are very extensively dealt in, as are also all 
kinds of Country Produce. The store is located 
at No. 40 Ash Street, and callers are always 
assured of receiving prompt and courteous 
attention. Having already alluded to the large 
trade that has been built up, it is not necessary 
to say that excellent inducements are offered 
to customers, or that reliable goods are exclu- 
sively handled. These things speak for them- 
selves, so we will simply add — ''give Messrs. 
Howaid Bros, a call." 





Elie Sabouriii, Dealer in all Kinds of Fish 
at Wholesale and Retail. Fresh Water Fish a 
Specialty. Guns, Fishing Tackle, and all 
Kinds of Sporting Goods, 318 Lisbon Street, 
Lewiston Fish is oue of the most popular 
articles of food we have, 

i5^««*,^-s — ^ ''/^ ^o, for it is both cheap 
,Z^^r^5 a'^i**^^ '^"^ healthful. The 
only disadvantage con- 
nected with the use of 
of it, is that it must be 
perfectly fresh in order 
to be palatable and 
nutritious, and there is 
no difficultv in obtaining perfectly fresh fish if 
you only know where to look for it. For 
instance make a call on Mr. Elie Sabourin. 
doing business at No. 326 Lisbon Street, and 
yon will find that his stock of Fish, Oysters, 
Claras, etc., is full and complete and that every 
article sold by him is guaranteed to be satis- 
factory and to prove as represented. Mr. 
Sabourin is a native of Vermont and in- 
augurated the enterprise to which we have 
reference in 1880. He has built up a very large 
and growing business, and is now better pre- 
pared than ever before to supply anything in 
his line at the lowest market rates, and to wive 
prompt and careful attention to orders. 
Employment is given to two assistants, .and 
customers are assured courteous and satis- 
factory attention. Orders will be delivered 
when promised, and if patrons so desire they 
will be waited upon at their residences and 
their orders carefully noted. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEIVISTON. 



Mrs. Neal's Book Bindery, Journal 
Block, Lewiston. The establishment known as 
Mrs. Neal's Book Bindery, located in Journal 
Block, has a most enviable reputation for the 
turning out of excellent and durable work, and 
during the score of years that it has been in 
operation, it has built up a large and growing 
patronage, not only by reason of the nature of 
the results attained, but also on account of the 
low prices at which eveiy description of Book- 
binding, etc., is done. There is scarcely a 
house but what contains a tile of old magazines, 
an assortment of sheet-music, or something else 
that would be made a hundred times more con- 
venient and useful by being properly bound, and 
we wish to call the attention of our readers to 
the fact that at the establishment under men- 
tion particular care is taken in the doing of 
work of this kind. Ruling and Blank Book 
work of every description is also done to order 
in a superior manner at short notice, and very 
low rates are maintained in every department, 
as low in fact as the use of the best stock and 
the employment of skilled labor will permit. 
Lettering on books, traveling or shopping 
bags, pocketbooks, etc., is done promptly and at 
short notice. Such an establishment is a pub- 
lic benefit, and richly deserves most cordial 
support. 



A. B. Kinjr & Co., Machinists, Manu- 
facturers of Elevators, Dowel Machines, Saw 
Arbors, etc., etc., also General Job Work and 
Repairing, 48 Main Street, Lewiston. As the 
majority of manufacturers and others who 
have occasion to purchase a steam engine are 
not practical mechanics it is impossible for 
them to personally judge of the merits or 
demerits of any special style of machine until 
they have given it a practical trial in their own 
business, and therefore they must be largely if 
not entirely dependent upon the representa- 
tions of the house supplying them in the selec- 
tion of an engine suited to their needs. On 
this account it is obvious that only a repu- 
table concern should be patronized, and in this 
connection we take pleasure in calling the fav- 
orable attention of our readers to the advan- 
tages offered by the house known as King A 
Loring, although Mr. King is now sole pro- 
prietor, owing to the death of his associate in 
1887. This firm began operations in 1883 and 
from the beginning proceeded on the assump- 
tion that the interests of its customers were 
identical with their own. They have therefore 
sought to handle only such goods, as in their 
opinion as experienced mechanics, would do all 
that was claimed for them and as a result have 
had little reason to complain that their efforts 
to serve the public were unappreciated. Three 
floors are occupied of the dimensions of 25x45 
feet and ten assistants are employed. All 
kinds of job work and repairing are done with 
neatness and despatch and a heavy stock is 
carried of Steam Engines, Boilers, Wood-work- 
ing Machinery, Shafting, Pulleys, Hangers, 
Steam and Water Pipes, Fittings, etc. The 
store is at No. 48 Main Street, and those wish- 
ing anything in the lines mentioned should 
make it a point to call and inspect the advan- 
tages offered. Mi-. King is a native of Mon- 
mouth, Me., and is extremely well-known to 
the trade in this State. 



Joseph H. Day, Dealer in Builders' Hard- 
ware, Manufacturers' Supplies, Carpenters'^ 
Tools, Fine Cutlery, etc., 2:-)5 Main Street, near 
Bates Street, Lewiston. There is no question 
as to the status of Mr. Joseph H. Day, in the 
commercial community, and we therefore feel 
that our action in including his name among 
those of other prominent business men of this 
vicinity, needs no justification. His establish- 
ment is located at No. 235 Main Street, and the 
business there carried on was founded in 1875, 
by J. H. Day & Co., but since 1883, the present 
proprietor has conducted it alone. He is a 
native of St. Albans, Me., and the wide-spread 
esteem in which he is held here in Lewiston 
may be judged from his having been chosen as 
Mayor of the city in '79-'80. As a member of 
the Water Commission, he has fully maintained 
his reputation as a far-seeing man of affairs, 
and from first to last has earned the gratitude 
of every believer in an honest and economical 
municipal government. The premises occupied 
by Mr. Day in the prosecution of his business 
are 75x40 feet in dimensions, and employment 
is given to five competent and active assistants 
in attending to the many orders received, as 
both a wholesale and retail business is done, 
and no expense is spared in the prompt and 
accurate filling of every order. Builders' Hard- 
ware, Manufacturern' Supplies, Iron, Steel, 
Bolts, Glass, Paints, Oils. Sewer Pipe, Powder — 
in fact almost an endless variety of goods in 
these lines is carried, together with a fine assort- 
ment of Carpenters' Tools, Cutlery, Cordage, 
Bird Cages, Clothes Wringers, etc. Mr. Day 
endeavors to handle no goods but those he has- 
reason to believe will give satisfaction, and he 
strictly guarantees that every article leaving his 
store will prove just as represented. 



F. B. Norris, Manufacturer of Fine Con- 
fectionery, 61 Main Street, Lewiston. That the 
public in general is becoming more critical, 
year by year, is a fact too evident and too well- 
known to require argument, and in scarcely any 
branch of manufacture is this more clearly 
shown than in that of the Confectioner. Every 
dealer in Candy, who has had any amount of 
experience can testify, that goods that were 
once sought for are now no longer salable, 
and it must have been noticed by many who 
are not habitual users of Confectionery, that 
the tendency for some years has been in the 
direction of moi-e delicate flavors and a gener- 
ally higher grade of goods. Mr. F. 13. Norris, 
of No. 61 Main Street, owes much of his success 
to his recognizing this advance in the public 
taste, and catering to it by producing uniformly 
satisfactory Confections, for his goods are very 
popular in this vicinity, and to say a piece of 
Candy came from "Norris's" is enough to 
guarantee its purity and wholesomeness. Mr. 
Norris was born in Maine, and succeeded to 
this business in 1887. One floor is occupied, 
measuring 50x30 feet, and a large trade is car- 
ried on in Fruits, as well as Confectionery, 
while a well-equipped lunch-room is a very 
popular feature of the establishment. Employ- 
ment is afforded to seven assistants, and the 
large patronage enjoyed is promptly handled 
and steadily added to. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEIVISTON. 



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F. r. Day, Dealer in Boots and Shoes, 
5 Journal Block, Lisbon Street. Mr. F. I. Day, 
who carries on the well-known Boot and Shoe 
store in this city, will observe the 25th anniver- 
sary of the founding of his business during: the 
current year, and it may well be supposed that 
if he is not able to suit the taste of the public 
in foot-wear, it is not from lack of experience. 
But in point of fact we never heard any one 
charge Mr. Day with not being able to suit the 
public taste, and indeed U such a charge were 
made, it would not require refutation other 
than that provided by the liberal patronage 
bestowed upon the enterprise of which the gen- 
tleman alluded to is the proprietor. People are 
not in the habit of trading at a store where 
goods are not kept to suit them ; and a call at 
Mr. Day's establishment at almost any time 
would show a liveliness of ti'ade which can 
only be explained in one way — the furnishing 
of satisfact<iry articles at bottom prices. The 
premises occupied comprise one floor and a 
basement of the dimensions of 65x-30 feet, and 
the stock on hand is certainly extensive and 
varied enough to suit all tastes, being made up 
of goods adapted to the wear of adults and 
children of both sexes, and including the latest 
fashionable novelties in every department. 
Four assistants are employed, and prompt and 
polite attention is assured to all. Mr. Day was 
born in Brunswick. Me., and has been a mem- 
ber of our Municipal Government, having 
served on the Board of Aldermen. He is a 
representative citizen and very widely known. 



J. J. 0'C«>nnell, Marble Works. All 
Shades of American and Italian Marble in 
Monuments, Headstones and Tablets, 137 Main 
Street, Lewistou. Although it is very true that 
skilled labor commands a high price, it by no 
means follows that it is contrary to the dictates 
of economy to employ such, for it not infre- 
quently happens that this very skill is capable 
of turning out work so much faster than un- 
skilled labor can do. that the difference in price 
is really against the latter. In stone-cutting 
for instance, some houses charge exhorbitant 
rates on the strength of their reputation, when, 
actually, equally good, if not better work, is to 
be had elsewhere, at from one-half to two- 
thirds their prices. Call on Mr. J. J. O'Connell, 
at No. lo7 Main Street, this city, and see what 
he has to offer in the way of fine stone-cutting, 
and more especially in Cemetery Work. We 
have no hesitation in saying that some of the 
most artistic and beautiful Marble-Cuttiua; ever 
done in this State, has been done at this estab- 
lishment, and that at rates which would scarcely 
buy far inferior work at certain more preten- 
tious houses. Mr. O'Connell was born in this 
city, and the inception of his present business 
dates back to 1877. The premises occupied are 
40x20 feet in dimensions, and employment is 
given to eight assistants, who, taken as a whole, 
will bear the severest comparison, both as re- 
gards skill and care, with the employes of any 
Marble Works in this section. All Shades of 
American and Italian Marble are made into 
Monuments, Tablets, Headstones, etc., and 
orders are guaranteed prompt and satisfactory 
fulfillment at the very lowest possible prices. 



Geo. Elirenfried's Fancy Dry Goods Store, 
96 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. An establishment 
which has been carried on for twenty-three 
years, and which has been a leader in its line 
for the greater part of that time, is certainly 
worthy of particular mention in any review of 
Lewiston's business enterprises, and hence we 
need make no apologies for calling the atten- 
tion of our readers to the undertaking carried 
on by Mr. Geo. Ehrenfried, at No. 9*i Lisbon St. 
This gentleman is a native of Germany, and has 
a very large circle of friends in this vicinity, be- 
ing a member of the Odd Fellows and Knights 
of Pythias, besides being known as one of the 
most liberal and enterprising business men in 
town. One floor and a basement, of the dimen- 
sions of 85x35 feet, are utilized, for Mr. Ehren-, 
fried carries one of the largest and most com- 
plete stocks of Fancy Dry Goods and Small 
Wares to be found in this section, and it requires 
no small amount of room to accommodate that, 
as well as the many customers who throng his 
store, brought there by the well-earned reputa- 
tion it enjoys for offering reliable goods at the 
lowest market rates. Mr. Ehrenfried is a care- 
ful and yet an enterprising buyer, and his long 
experience enables him to provide his custo- 
mers with just what they want, and what the 
prevailing fashion demands. Employment is 
given to five efficient and courteous assistants, 
and callers will receive prompt and polite atten- 
tion, the goods being guaranteed to prove as 
represented in every instance. 



N. S. Taylor, Violin Maker and Repairer, 
149 Lisbon St., Lewiston. Special Attention to- 
Old Instruments. Bows ('arefuily repaired. 
Choice Old Violin W^ood for Sale. Italian 
Strings Always on Hand. The violin is con- 
ceded by musicians to be the most perfect 
musical instrument yet constructed, and no 
better evidence of its superiority could be asked 
than the fact that a violin in the hands of a 
master is capable of approximating very closely 
to the tones of the human voice itself. But no 
other instrument is so dependent on the 
material used in its construction for excellence, 
and even where suitable material is used the 
result will be very unsatisfactory unless skill is 
manifested by the maker. When we say that 
Air. N. S. Taylor, of No. 149 Lisbon Street, has 
met with great success since he began his 
present business in 1887, we speak the simple 
truth, for the public ( or rather the musical 
portion of it ) have been quick to recognize the 
advantages derivable from pati'onizing Mr. 
Taylor, and have therefore given him most 
cordial support. He is a maker of Violins, and 
neglects nothing that will tend to improve the 
instruments he produces. Repairing is given 
particular attention, a specialty being made of 
the handling oC old instruments, and the most 
pronounced lover of music may safely leave his 
violin with Mr. Taylor, for this gentleman 
thinks as much of a good violin as anybody can, 
and may be depended upon to handle it with 
care and discretion. Bows are also repaired in 
a first-class manner at short notice, and Italian 
Strings are constantly carried in stock, as is 
also Choice Old Violin Wood. Mr. Taylor is 
reasonable in his charges and is deserving of 
every success. _^ 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



Edwin F. Field, Machinist, Manufacturer 
of Shaftintj, Pulleys, Steam Engines, yaw- 
Arbors, Matches &c., New and Second-hand 
Engines, Boilers, Miwhiuery, etc. Agent for 
" Tanite " Solid Emery Wheels and Emery 
Grinders. Canal Street, rear Music Hall, bew- 
iston. An establishment which has gained an 
enviable reputation among the business men of 
Lewiston and vicinity, for turning out the best 
of work at comparatively short notice, is that 
conducted by Edwin F. b'ield at N^o. 36 Canal 
Street, rear of Music Hall, and anyone wishing 
anything in the line of Shafting, PuUpy, Saw 
Arbors, Matches or Steam Engines would best 
serve their own interests by giving this concern 
a call, as not only are the goods handled by it 
first-class, but the prices charged are such as to 
add to the advantages extended. This enter- 
prise was inaugurated in 1872 by Mr. Edwin F. 
Field, who was born in this city and is very 
widely known in mechanical and engineering 
circles. Two floors are utilized. 65x40 feet in 
dimensions and employment is given to eleven 
assistants. Machine work in great variety is 
done, repairing being given special attention 
and where circumstances are such that a job 
must be " rushed " through, the entire re- 
sources of the establishment may be concen- 
trated upon it, thus avoiding in many cases 
very expensive delay. A heavy stock of New 
and Second hand Goods is carried, including 
Engines, Boilers, Machinery, etc., and Boilei- 
Repairing, and Tube Setting are neatly and 
thoroughly done. Cotton and Woolen Machin- 
ery is given special and prompt attention and 
all needed repairs are made with that celerity 
and durability only attainable with the best 
facilities and the most experienced workmen. 



K. W. Clark, Druggist, dealer in Drugs, 
Medicines and Chemicals, Fancy and Toilet Ar- 
ticles, corner Main and Bates Streets, Lewiston. 
Fifteen years may be considered either a long 
or a short space of time, according to the point 
of view from which it is regarded, but when a 
business enterprise has been conducted unin- 
terruptedly for that period, it may certainly be 
looked upon as firmly established. Mr. R. W. 
Clark has been identitied with the establishment 
located at the corner of Main and Bates Streets, 
ever since 1873, and we feel that we are justified 
in saying that he enjoys the confidence of the 
public to a pronounced degree. And it is right 
that he should, for he has always striven to 
render faithful and acceptable service to custo- 
mers, and has neglected no means to increase 
the value of the enterprise he conducts to the 
community in general. ISIr. Clark was born in 
China, Maine, and is a member of the Odd Fel- 
lows (Canton). He is an experienced, skilled, 
and careful druggist and carries a large stock 
of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals, giving par- 
ticular and personal attention to the compound- 
ing of prescriptions, and charging the lowest 
possible rates for all orders of this Itind. The 
premises occupied are 38x27 feet in dimensions, 
and contain a beautiful selection of Fancy and 
Toilet Articles which are quoted at reasonable 
prices, and which comprise the latest and most 
successful novelties. Patrons are given prompt 
and polite attention and their wishes are care- 
fully regarded. 



Li. L. Blake & Co., Manufacterers of and 
Dealers in Furniture, Carpets and Draperies, 
15.") Lisbon Street, Lewiston. Undertaking a 
Specialty. No better advice can be given to 
those contemplating the purchase of Furniture 
or Carpets than to pay regard to future as well 
as to present wants. By so doing, much annoy- 
ance may oftentimes be avoided and the truest 
economy subserved, insomuch as it is better to 
pay more outright and secure a durable, as well 
as fashionable article yian it is to put up with 
inferior articles whose only merit is their low, 
first cost, and which soon become shabby and 
unsatisfactory. This counsel is not the out- 
come of our individual experience alone, but 
is what anyone having an adequate knowledge 
of the subject will offer. To procure reliable 
goods, visit a reliable house, and to find a relia- 
ble house, proceed to No. 155 Lisbon Street, and 
enter the establishment of Messrs. L. L Blake 
& Co. There you will find a truly maiinificent 
assortment of Furniture, Carpets and Draperies 
of every description, and it is our opinion that, 
quality considered, no greater bargains in the 
goods mentioned are obtainable in Lewiston. 
Certainly, Mr. Blake ought to know how to buy 
and sell to advantage, for he inaugurated this 
enterprise in 1856. under the firm-name of A. 
K. P. & L. L. Blake, and for a quarter-century 
past has carried it on alone under the present 
style. He is a native of Gray, in which town 
he has been a Selectman and member of the 
School Committee for many years, and he has 
also been a member of our City Council. The 
premises utilized are >>f the dimensions of 100x25 
feet, and comprise five floors, and an immense 
business is done in the manufacture and sale of 
the articlt s handled, employment being given 
to eight assistants. A specialty is made of 
Undertaking, and e^ery possible modern facility 
is at hand to enable this department of the bus- 
iness to be carried on in a thoroughly satisfac- 
tory manner, low rates being maintained. 

I. S. Golder, Livery Stable, IS Franklin 
Street, Lewiston. No one at all acquainted 
with the beautiful drives in the vicinity of 
Lewiston and Auburn can wonder that there is 
a steady and increasing demand for desirable 
turnouts, and this demand is growing all the 
time. A firm who are particularly well fitted 
to satisfy the most fastidious in the matter of 
tine accommodations and good turnouts is 1. S. 
Golder, for his long experience enables him to 
select a good horse and one that will suit his 
customers. The premises are located at 18 
Franklin Street, and aftord accommodations for 
a large number of horses and carriages, em- 
ployment being given to a number of careful 
and experienced assistants. A Hack, Livery 
and Boarding Stable is carried on, and carriages 
will be furnished for any occasion at short 
notice and careful and experienced drivers are 
furnished if desired. Mr. (bolder does a large 
Livery business for he keeps everything con- 
nected with this branch of the business in 
first-class condition. The horses furnished to 
patrons are not the wrecks too often furnished 
at stables, but are all good-looking animals, fine 
roadsters, and a drive behind one is a rare 
enjoyment. He is well-known in both busi- 
ness and social circles in Lewiston, and his 
stable is one of the best patronized in the city. 



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S. Record, Dealer in New and Second-hand 
Furniture, 57 Main Street, and 59 Lower Main 
Street, Lewiston. There may be, and undoubt- 
edly in one sense of the word is, a market price 
for everythino:, below which no article can be 
obtained excepting under a peculiar combina- 
tion of circumstances, but nevertheless it would 
be hard to convince an old and careful buyer of 
furniture that this commodity has a fixed and 
certain value for he has long since discovered by 
experience that what is generally considered as 
the market price is really the lowest figure at 
which the article can be sold, plus the extra 
amount called for by the individual or the 
concern selling the same. Thus it follows 
that at some establishments much greater 
bargains may be had than at others, and 
not a few of our Lewiston citizens are 
firmly convinced that Mr. S. Record of No. 
57 Sfain Street, is prepared to supply furni- 
ture, either new or second-hand, at more liberal 
rates than any other dealer in this vicinity. 
Mr. Record was born in this State and inaugu- 
rated his present enterprise in 1879. The large 
business he now does shows that he has at- 
tained a high reputation in his special line and 
we believe that thei'e is no question but what 
one would have to search carefully and far 
before meeting with such an array of induce- 
ments in the Furniture and House Furnishing 
goods line as are offered by Mr. Record. Sec- 
ond-hand household goods of all kinds. Great 
bargains in Second-hand Carpets, Straw Mat- 
ting, Floor Oil Cloths. I'arties coming to 
Lewiston should not fail to visit this big estab- 
lishment and see his large collection of second- 
hand articles. He occupies eight floors 2G feet 
wide and (>0 feet long. Mr. Record is at all times 
ready to show goods and render such informa- 
tion as it is within his power to give. All 
grades of furniture are dealt in and the variety 
shown will suit all tastes and purses. 



The Sinsrer Manufacturing' Com- 
pany. Branch 217 Lisbon Street, Lewiston, S. 
D. LaRoe, Agent. What is there to be said new 
of the Singer Sewing Machine? It has been 
before the public for years, it has met and over- 
come competition of all kinds, it has gone into 
such general use that no other make can com- 
pare with it for an instant in this respect and it 
stands to-day at the head of the list as regards 
celebrity and general usefulness. Imitations of 
it without number have been made, business 
honor and integrity — even common decency — 
have been cast to the winds by some of' its 
rivals; money has been spent like water to 
counteract its overwhelming popularity with 
the people, but to no avail, so far as supersed- 
ing it, or even seriously interfering with its sale 
is concerned. A machine must have real and 
positive merits to withstand such assaults and 
it must be carefully constructed of the best 
materials to establish the record for fine work 
and durability which has so long been held by 
the productions of the Singer Manufacturing 
Company. Their Lewiston branch was opened 
in 1879, and in 1887 Mr. S. D. LaRoe assumed 
entire charge of it. He has proved himself to 
be the right man in the right place for he has 
^' boomed " the Singer in a manner in which it 

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was never *' boomed " before in this vicinity, 
and has caused his rivals to gloomily ponder on 
their probable future. Mr. LaRoe was born in 
N'ew York State and is one of the most popular 
"Sewing Machine men" in the State. He 
believes in the Singer, talks Singer and acts 
Singer and if he don't cause the sales of that 
"old reliable" to mount up to heights never 
reached before in this corner of the Union it 
won't be any fault of his for he means business 
and relaxes no effort to attain that desirable 
result. 



J. P. LiOajfley, Manufacturer and Dealer 
in Fine Harnesses of all descriptions, Trunks 
and Traveling Bigs, No. 179 Main Street, Lew- 
iston. There is no doubt, whatever, but that 
the undertaking conducted by Mr. J. P. Long- 
ley at No. 179 Main Street, is a truly representa- 




tive one in every sense of the woid, for not only 
has it been carried on in this city for over forty 
years, but for the greater part of that time it 
has held its present leading position. Mr. 
Longley is a native of Greene, Me., and began 
operations alone in 1847. Business was after- 
ward continued under the style of Longley & 
Jordan, but in 1861 Mr. Longley assumed sole 
control again and has since retained it. The 
premises occupied, comprise three floors, and 
the manufacture and sale of Fine Harnesses of 
all descriptions, Trunks and Traveling Bags, 
Horse Clothing, Blankets, Robes, etc., are veiy 
extensively carried on, employment being given 
I to seven experienced and efficient assistants. 
A specialty is made of the Celebrated California 
and Cynthaana Trotting and Racing Boots, a 
complete line being carried of these valuable 
articles. Every order is assured prompt atten- 
tion and can be filled without delay, as a full 
selection of sizes is constantly maintained. 
These famous isoots need no words of praise 
from us. They have received the warmest en- 
dorsements from prominent horsemen, and are 
without doubt, practically unequalled in their 
special line. The Harnesses made and sold by 
Mr. Longley are also standard articles. They 
have stood the test of years of service under all 
conditions, and have a reputation of their own 
for durability and perfection of workmanship. 
Made of selected materials by picked workmen* 
it would be strange if they were not far supe- 
rior to the common article in the market, and 
experience has, as we have said, well estab- 
lished their merits. Low prices are quoted on 
all the goods sold here, and during the proper 
season special inducements are' off^i-ed in Seal 
Skins and other Fur Garments. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 




" F. A. Conaat & Co., Insurance and Real 
Estate Agents, Room 2 Savings Bank Block, 
Lewiston. A concern whicli has gained the 
reputation of being one of the most reliable as 
well as one of the most enterprising in this sec- 
tion of the State is tliit one whose card is 
printed ab )ve, and its operations are rapidly 
extending as our residents become more gener- 
ally conversant with the advaata'j;es it has to 
offer. Business was inaugurated by Mr. F. A. 
Conant in 188], and was continued by laira alone 
up to 18S7, when Mr. J. Edward Lawrence be- 
came associated with him under the present 
firm name. Mr. Conant was born in Topsham, 
Maine, and is extremely well known in this city 
as a prominent Odd Fellow. Mr. Lawrence is 
a native of Richmond, Maine, and his associa- 
tion with Mr. Conant has doubtless been mu- 
tually profitable, for both gentlemen are thor- 
oughly acquainted with the Insurance and Real 
Estate business and spare no efforts to serve 
their customers in so superior a manner that 
relations are made permment which would 
otherwise be quickly dissolved. In the Insur- 
ance branch of this firm's business companies 
are represented having total assets of over 
$100,000,000, their names being as follows: Con- 
tinental Insurance Co., of New York; Buffalo 
German In,. Co., of New York; American Fire 
Ins. Co., of Philadelphia; Insurance Co., of 
North America, Philadelphia; Orient Ins. Co., of 
Hartford, Connecticut; Merchants Ins. Co., of 
Newark, New Jersey; Meriden Ins. Co., of Mer- 
iden, Connecticut; Traders Ins. Co.. of Chicago, 
Illinois; Holyoke Mutual of Salem; Cirard 
Mutual of Philadelphia; Anglo Nevada of San 



Francisco, also the New England Mutual Life 
Insurance of Boston. These organizations are 
among the most celebrated and popular in the 
country, and taken in connection with the Lan- 
cashire, the Sun. the London and Lancashire, 
and the Northern Insurance Companies of Eng- 
land, form a list which is hardly susceptible of 
improvement. F. A. Conant & Co., are pre- 
pared to make as favorable rates as any agency 
can in the insurance line, and their rajjidly in- 
creasing business shows that this fact is being 
taken advantage of. 'Iliey are also in a position 
to lend valuable assistance in the buying, sell- 
ing, renting or mortgiiging of real estate, taking 
charge of same, collecting rents, etc., and be- 
ing satisfied with reasonable commissions are 
able to guarantee satisfaction to their customers. 



F. E. Stanley, Artist Photographer, Sands 
Building, Lisbon Street, Lewiston. It is not too 
much to say that the so-called " Diy-Plate Pro- 
cess" has practically revolutionized photogra- 
phy, and the vast improvement in photographic 
work observable during the past few years, is 
largely due to the employment of the new sys- 
tem. Mr. F. E. Stanley of this city is without 
doubt one of the best-known photographers in 
the United States, and portraits hearing his 
name are accepted as the standard in all parts 
of the country, yet notwithstanding his excep- 
tional reputation, there are comparatively few 
people aware that he was one of the first to 
manufacture and use the now universally used 
l^rocess to which we have already alluded. Mr. 
Stanley was among the first to make practical 
use of this valuable discovery, and he now car- 
ries on a factory for the manufacture of Dry 
Plates, his productions being highly esteemed 
in the market for their uniformity and general 
reliability. But it is as an Artist Photographer 
that Mr. Stanley excels, and after a visit to his 
magnificent Studio and Reception Rooms, it is 
difificult to avoid too much enthusiasm when 
making mention of what is to be seen there. 
The entire upper floor is occupied in the Sands 
Building on Lisbon Street, (also a dry-plate fac- 
tory of three stories). An elegantly furnished 
apartment, forty feet square, is utilized for the 
display of some characteristic samples of Mr. 
Stanley's work, and no competent and disinter- 
ested judge can visit this room without becom- 
ing convinced that the fame of the establish- 
ment with which it is connected, has been 
honestly won. Taken as a whole, this is the 
largest Photographic Studio in New England, 
with the exception of that occupied by a single 
Boston concern, and as regards elaborateness 
and beauty of appointment, it is second to 
none. Lewiston people may well feel proud of 
the existence in their midst of an undertaking 
that is conducted on a more extensive scale even 
than those in New England's metropolis, but 
they are not asked to support the enterprise on 
the ground of local pride by any means. The 
work produced here is unsurpassed. Few estab- 
lishments in the United States can equal it, and 
the branch studio maintained at Bridgton, Me., 
also turns out photographs of the highest order 
of excellence. Photographing of every descrip- 
tion is done, and finishing in Crayon, Pastel, 
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in the most artistic manner. Mr. Stanley is a 
native of Kingfield. Maine, and is one of the 
best known of our Lewiston business men. He 
has done much to advance the interests of the 
city, both directly and indirectly, and takes a 
genuine and an excusable pride in maintaining 
the reputation his establislmieut now holds. 
And now in closing, let us say a few words 
about prices. Mr. Stanley makes his charges 
as low as is consistent with the attainment of 
the best results. He is able t.) do so, having 
every facility, and having had long and varied 
experience. It is possible to obtain photographs 
cheaper than he will make them, and some may 
think they cannot afford to patronize him. You 
cannot afford to do otherwise. A po ">r photo- 
graph is one of the most expensive things im- 
aginable at any price, for it is absolutely useless, 
and is certainly not ornamental. Better not 
spend a cent on a portrait, if you cannot afford 
to get a good one, but the prices quoted by Mi-. 
Stanley are so reasonable, that no good excuse 
can be given by anybody for not taking advan- 
tage of them. 




T. L. Pratt & Co., 183 Lisbon Street, 
Lewiston. 

The variety of Stoves and Ranges open to the 
inspection of buyers is so great that choice often 
becomes a difficult matter, but guided by the 
advice of a responsible dealer who handles 
nothing but goods of best makes choice is no 
longer difficult ; so if you want a Stove or a 
Range or Kitchen Furnishing Goods of any 
kind just give Mr. T. L. Pratt a call at his store 
18;3 Lisbon Street, and he can supply you if 
anybody can, for his stock is large and so 
is his experience, and his goods are as trust- 
worthy as his prices are low. Perhaps you 
think this rather too high praise. Well, go and 
see for yourself, and if you don't find it to be 
fully justified by facts you are under no obliga- 
tion to act upon it. Mr. Pratt's business was 
established in 1872 by Messrs. Buckley and Pratt 
in Auburn, who were succeeded in 1874: by 
Messrs. Pratt and Jones, removing to Lewiston, 
who carried it on up to 1877, since which date 
Mr. Pratt has continued it by himself. He is 
one of the best known of our business men, and 
owes his success to having made the interests 
of his patrons his own. Two floors 75x25 feet 



are utilized, together with a basement, and the 
larpe stock carried includes Stoves, Ranges, 
Hardware, Paints, Varnishes and Brushes. Tin- 
ware, Iron-ware, Wooden-ware, Farming Tools, 
Plated Ware and Cutlery, Tin, Co;iner, and 
Sheet-iron work done with a thoroughness and 
skill worthy of the highest praise. 



Mrs. F. P. IVTooney, Ladies and Gents' 
Furnishings. 24.5 Lisbon Street, Lewiston We 
doubt if there is another establishment, pre- 
cisely similar to that carried on by Mrs. F. P. 
Mooney, at No. 24.5 Lisbon Street, in the city of 
Lewiston, and indeed the liberal support which 
this enterprise receive^, would seem to indicate 
that it had the field practically to itself. Mrs. 
Mooney handles Ladies' and Gents' Furnishings, 
and Dressmaking Goods in general, and makes 
a specialty of the doing of Sewing Work of all 
descriptions at short notice, and in the best 
possible manner. Her stock will be found to 
be skillfully and carefully selected, and as for 
her prices, they speak for themselves, the 
quality of the goods being guaranteed. As a 
Dressmaker, we feel that we can heartily and 
unreservedly recommend Mrs. Mooney, for she 
is not only experienced and expert in such 
work, but also has admirable taste in the adapt- 
ing of costumes to the individualities of their 
wearers. Every detail of the work is carefully 
and thoroughly done, and the result is found to 
prove satisfactory. Mrs. Mooney is in a position 
to fill orders at short notice, and her charges are 
very reasonable. 

Heath & Tainter, Sole Agents for the 
Household, New Home, and Domestic Sewing 
Machines, Mason & Hamlin, Worcester and 
Dyer & Hughes Organs, also a full line of 
Domestic Paper Patterns, 171 Lisbon Street, 
Lewiston. Every family should have a sewing 
machine of course, and every family should 
have one of first-class make, for an inferior 
sewing machine is not to be tolerated in these 
days of progress. There is certainly no reason 
why residents of Lewiston and vicinity should 
not have the best that the market affords in 
this line, for a single concern here ( that of 
Heath & Tainter, doing business at No. 171 
Lisbon Street) handles the Domestic, the New 
Home, and the Household Machines, and if 
these are not first-class articles, then there are 
none to be found in the market. The firm is 
constituted of Messrs. E. M. Heath and F. E. 
Tainter, the former a native of Princeton and 
the latter of Dixfield. Both are members of 
the Odd Fellows ( Canton ) and Mr. Heath is 
also connected with the Masons and the 
Knights of Pythias. One floor and a basement, 
measuring 85x30 feet are occupied and em- 
ployment given to three assistants. All kinds 
of machines are repaired at short notice, and 
machines are rented at reasonable charges. 
Go to the sign of the Gold Machine at No. 171 
Lisbon Street, and you will receive prompt 
attention and honorable dealing. A full line 
of Domestic Paper Patterns is carried, also 
Mason & Hamlin, Worcester, and Dyer & 
Hughes Organs, are very extensively handled. 
These instruments sell on their merits, for they 
are of superior design and construction and 
are offered at prices that speak for themselves. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



J. M. Fernald, Bookseller, Stationer and 
Newsdealer, No. 71 Lisbon Street, under Music 
Hall, Lewistou. It is easy enough to say to 
young people making a start in life — "Be 
diligent, industrious and honest, and you will 
succeed;" it is a very simple thing to do to ad- 
vise every ambitious youth on the threshold of 
mercantile life, to learn his business thoroughly 
in every detail so tliat he cannot fail, but the 
young people of the present age are practically 
inclined, and so are very apt to ask — "What 
assurance have I that in these times of strict 
competition, superior excellence will be appre- 
ciated and rewarded?" Then it is that the 
history of such an establishment as that con- 
ducted by Mr. J. M. Fernald can be pointed out 
with profit, for no better example could be 
wished of the results of a high combination of 
ability and industry. In the year 1877, the gen- 
tleman in question began operations in a little 
store having a frontage of 4|- feet, and corres- 
pondingly humble in all its appointments. 
Scarcely a decade has elapsed, but his business 
now requires the occupancy of a store measur- 
ing 85x35 feet, the employment of six assistants 
and the carrying of one of the largest assort- 
ment of books in the entire State; in fact, we 
believe, positively, the largest assortment, if 
Portland be excluded. Now this wonderful 
growth is not the result of "luck," it is not the 
result of an immense amount of capital skill- 
fully handled, but it is the result of faith, of 
patience, of courage, and above all, of industry, 
and therefore should prove the highest incen- 
tive to every wide-awake and determined be- 
ginner in life who has brains enough to fully 
realize the truth of the axiom — "like causes, 
produce like results." Mr. Fernald was born 
in Houlton, Me., and is a leading member of 
the Odd Fellows. He is a very popular mem- 
ber of the community, and few men could have 
attained his present position and excited less 
envy in the minds of competitox's. He supplies 
New and Second-hand Books on every subject, 
as well as Blank Books, Newspapers, Maga- 
zines, Albums, Games, etc. Second-hand 
School Books are made a specialty, and parents 
may often make a decided saving by calling at 
No. 71 Lisbon Street. 



Troy Laundry, 12 Ash Street, Lewiston, 
A. K. P. Quimby, Proprietor. Hot and Cold 
Baths. It would be difficult to find a more 
genuinely useful enterprise than that conducted 
by Mr. A. K. P. Quimby, at No. 12 Ash Street. 
Public Laundries have long since "come to 
stay," in spite of the determined opposition 
that greeted their advent, and the establishment 
to which we have reference, is one of the best 
equipped public laundries in the State. It is not 
only well-equipped, but well-managed also, and 
we can assure our readers that the utmost care 
is used in handling the fabrics submitted for 
cleansing, and lowest prices are charged; 
10 cents only for Shirts, and Collars and Cuffs 
for 2 cents each. Plain Family Washing for 35 
cents a dozen. As to the nature of the results 
attained, we have only to call attention to the 
announcement made by Mr. Quimby, at the 
head of all of his laundry lists — "All work 
guaranteed to give satisfaction, or no charge will 
be made." It will be seen that Mr. Quimby 



feels confident of his ability to suit the most 
fastidious, and indeed there is no reason why he 
should uot, for since his connection with this 
enterprise in 1887, complaints have been ex- 
tremely "few and far between," and whenever 
made, have been promptly and cheerfully at- 
tended to. Mr. Quimby was born in Farming- 
ton, and is thoroughly acquainted with his 
chosen business in every detail. He employs 
three competent and careful assistants, and 
delivers all work at short notice. Spacious 
premises are occupied, and Hot and Cold Baths 
may be had at low prices, (25 cents each, 5 
tickets for §1.00,) the best of facilities being 
provided, and auy desired heat obtained. 

C. O. Morrell, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Piubbers of all kinds, corner of Main and Lisbon 
Streets, sign of Big Black Boot, Lewiston. The 
store carried on by Mr. C. O. Morrell, at the 
corner of Main and Lisbon Streets, is gaining in 
popularity daily, and ijresent indications are 
that it will soon become one of the largest 
patronized establishments of the kind is Lewis- 
ton. This gratifying state of affairs is not the 
result of "bull luck," by auy means, but is the 
legitimate outcome of the earnest and intelli- 
gent efforts Mr. Morrell has made to build up a 
trade since he assumed control in 18S3. At 
this date he succeeded Mr. C. S. Newell, who 
founded the undertaking in 1872. The store is 
50x25 feet in dimensions, and no space is thrown 
away, for the stock carried is large enough to 
utilize all available room, and it is as varied as 
it is extensive, comprising Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers of every description, adapted to the 
use of Ladies, Gentlemen, Boys, Misses and 
Children. Mr. Morrell has an idea that a stock, 
to be attractive, must be constantly being re- 
newed, and he puts his prices at figures that 
make his goods more lively, thus enabling him 
to be continually offering fresh articles. Carry- 
ing a complete stock of each line of goods, he 
is able to tit the most difficult feet, and whether 
you want a Dress, Business or Working Shoe, 
he can supply it at bottom figures, every time. 
An important department of the business is the 
repairing of Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, and 
every i^reparation has been made to insure sat- 
isfaction in the filling of such orders. Sufficient 
assistance is at hand to enable customers to be 
served without delay, and the "Sign of the 
Big Black Boot" will be found a very desirable 
place to trade. 

P. E. Martin &Co., Merchant Tailor, 80 
Lisbon Street. We often hear of people being 
frightened before they are hurt, and in one 
sense of the word this is true concerning many 
who never think of having their garments made 
to order on account of the absurdly erroneous 
ideas they have concerning the cost of custom 
work. Visions of sixty dollar Suits and fifty 
dollar Overcoats flit through their brains, and 
they shudder to think of the awful extrava- 
gance of tliose wearing such apparel. Well, 
they are right. That is to say, a man who 
gives any such prices for his clothing, is either 
extravagant or else he has an income so far be- 
yond that of ordinary work-a-day mortals that 
he is to be envied perhaps, but certainly not 
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and durable quality may be had for about half 
such sums as those mentioned, and a visit to 
the establishment of P. E. Martin & Co., at 80 
Lisbon Street, will prove this to anybody's sat- 
isfaction. Mr. Martin inaugurated his present 
enterprise in 1877, and not a few have discovered 
the unusual advantages he offers to customers 
as his large and growing business indicates. 
One floor is occupied, measuring .50x25 feet, and 
employment is given to twelve skilled assist- 
ants. We have not Mr. Martin's price-list at 
hand, but we are sufficiently familiar with the 
average of his charges to assure our readers 
that they are as low as the lowest for honest 
and desirable work. A fine assortment of 
Suitings, etc., is at hand to select from, and 
orders will be filled at very short notice. 



A. E. Harlow, Dealer in Fruit and Con- 
fectionery, .58 Lisbon Street. Lewiston. Eesi- 
dents of Lewiston take a well-founded pride in 
their city and its " institutions." and one of the 
most popular establishments among them, is 
that conducted by Mr. A. E. Harlow at No. .58 
Lisbon Street. There is ample excuse for the 
favorable manner in which this enterprise is 
regarded, for there is not a similar undertaking 
in Maine that is more liberally or progressively 
conducted, and the elegant store and extensive 
stock are certainly worthy of the highest enco- 
miums. Mr. Harlow was born in Winthropand 
is a member of the Knights of Pythias. The 
premises utilized by him. comprise two floors 
of the dimensions of 50x.>0 feet, and the busi- 
ness done, includes manufacturing. Wholesale 
and retail Confectionery of about every descrip- 
tion is made and sold, and the delicious flavor- 
ing, etc.. of Mr. Harlow's productions, is so 
well known that we only need give it passing 
mention. Great care is exercised in the selec- 
tion of material and in its after handling, and 
we can confidently recommend the Confection- 
ery made here, as being not only palatable but 
healthful as well. Mr. Harlow is in a position 
to quote bottom prices on his goods, and the 
very heavy trade he carries on is proof that the 
inducements he offers are generally understood. 
Fruit and Soda Water are sold as well as Confec- 
tions, and as four competent and polite assist- 
ants are employed, prompt attention may be 
given to every caller. 



Joseph LeBlanc, Proprietor of the Lewis- 
ton Steam Dye House. Clothing of all Descrip- 
tions Cleansed, Dyed, and Neatly Eepnired. 
Ladies' Dresses Cleansed, Dyed and Finished 
Without Ripping, No. 141 Main Street, Lewiston. 
Perhaps some of our readers on seeing the head- 
ing of this article will exclaim, " Oh those dye 
houses are frauds ! I have hnd the last thing 
dyed I ever will have for I never yet got the 
worth of my money !" But hold on a minute. 
Have you ever tried the Lewiston Steam Dye 
House, of which Mr. .Toseph LeBlanc is the 
proprietor ? No ? Ah ! We thought not ! 
You should remember that there are dye 
houses and dye houses, and that because you 
have chanced so far to have dealings only with 
incompetent dyers it by no means follows that 
all dyeing establishments are worthy of con- 



demnation. Mr. LeBlanc is a native of Canada 
and inaugurated his present enterprise in this 
city in 1886. He began operations with no 
flourish of trumpets whatever, confident that 
the merits of his work had only to become 
known to insure him a large patronage, and the 
progress of time has proved his confidence to 
be well-founded. Premises are occupied at No. 
141 Main Street, of the dimensions of 35x25 feet 
and an 8-horse steam boiler supplies the neces- 
sary steam, etc. Employment is given to five 
assistants, and a specialty is made of the 
handling of Clothing of all descriptions, the 
same being Cleansed, Dyed, and Neatly Re- 
paired at the shortest possible notice. Ladies' 
Dresses are Cleansed, Dyed, and Finished with- 
out Ripping, and a feature of the business which 
will be of particular interest to all housekeepers is 
the thorough Steam Cleansing of Feather Beds, 
Pillows, Bolsters, Curled Hair, etc. House fur- 
nishing goods are dyed in the most fashionable 
colors and finished in the most skillful manner, 
and Ostrich Plumes are given the utmost atten- 
tion, and are Curled, Cleansed, and Dyed any 
desired shade. 



K. M. Sykes & Co., Dealer in Clothing, 
No. 54 Lisbon Street, Opposite Lyceum Hall. 
The general introduction of machinery may 
have woi-ked hardship in some cases and 
doubtless there are many instances in which it 
has done so, temporarily at least, but on the 
whole the benefits accruing from its use must 
far exceed its effects in other directions, and in 
no special line have these benefits been more 
manifest or more widely disseminated than in 
that relating to the manufacture of Clothing. 
That a man can dress better to-day on a salary 
of $10.00 a week than he could a score of years 
ago on $15.00 is a fact too evident and widely- 
known to call for proof, and when we consider 
that from the time the wool leaves the sheep's 
back to when the goods, into which it has 
been made, are cut and sewed into shape, it has 
been handled almost entirely by machinery, 
we will see the potent influence exerted by this 
agency. A gentleman who is excejDtionally 
well-acquainted with the history and progress 
of Clothing mai)uf:i'"fure liaving been engaged 
in it for over a quaiUT of a century, is Mr. R. M. 
Sykes of the firm of 1!. M. Sykes <fc Co., doing 
business at No. 54 Lisbon Street, opposite 
Lyceum Hall. This concern began operations 
in 1858, and has for many years been consid- 
ered as one of the " institutions " of Lewiston. 
Mr. Sykes was born in Gorham. and is con- 
nected with the F'ree Masons and the Grand 
Army, having hosts of friends throughout this 
vicinity. Two floors are occupied of the 
dimensions of 95x35 and 40x.35 feet respectively, 
and a magnificent assortment is constantly 
carried of Mens', Boys' and Childrens' Clothing 
and Gents' Furnishings. There aie thiee 
courteous and well-informed assistants em- 
ployed and callers will meet with every atten- 
tion, and need feel under no obligation to buy 
as it is considered no trouble to show goods by 
this concern, which has a reputation for fair- 
dealing and low prices of which it may well 
feel proud. Satisfaction is guaranteed as all 
goods are strictly warranted to be as repre- 
sented. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



Carman & .Thompson, Steam Heating 
Engineers, Practical Pipers and Machinists, 
Manufacturers and dealers in Radiators, Valves, 
Steam and Gas Pipe and Fittings, Boilers, En- 
gines, Pumps, Shafting, Pulleys, Hangers, and 
Engineers' Supplies, 48 Main Street, I.ewiston. 
Heating by steam has long since passed the 
experimental stage, and practically all well- 
informed men now agree that this is the 
cheapest, the safest, the most convenient, and, 
on the whole, the most healthful manner of 
supplying artificial heat. The arguments which 
have been urged against steam heating, had 
their rise in an imperfect knowledge of the sub- 
ject, and have no foundation in fact, when 
directed against a properly- designed and con- 
structed steam-heating plant. But we would 
most earnestly caution such of our readers as 
may contemplate the adoption of this system, 
to be sure and place their orders in competent 
hands, as otherwise, serious risk will be run, 
and much unnecessary expense incurred. The 
firm of Carman and Thompson aie well and 
favorably known as Steam Heating Engineer's. 
William \V. Carman and George F. Thompson 
are men who have made this branch of engi- 
neering a- special study, and their jnactical ex- 
perience has been such as to greatly aid them 
in obtaining a comprehensive idea of the diffi- 
culties to h& overcome in their profession. 
They are Practical Pipers and Machinists, and 
are extensive manufacturers of and dealers in 
Radiators. Valves, Steam and Gas Pipe and 
Fittings, Boilers, Engines, Pumps, Shafting, 
Pulleys, Hangers, and Engineers' Supplies in 



Lewi-ston Bleachery and. Dye Works. 

Bleaching, Coloring and Finishing of all kinds 
of Fabrics. Capital Stock, $3U0,0U0. Incorpo- 
rated January, 1872. Directors, Jacob Edwards, 
Lyman Nichols, George Uexter, Thomas Wig- 
zlesworth, Theophilus VV. Walker ; James 
Dempsey, Treasurer, Lewiston. An enterprise 
of vast importance as regards its influence upon 
the interests of Lewiston, is that carried on in 
this city under the name of the " JjCwiston 
Bleachery and Dye Works," and were it given 
an amonnt of space in this book commensurate 
with its comparative merits, it would cover ' 
several of our pages, and this amount of in- 
formation could be readily compiled if neces- 
sary, for an undertaUing of the nature of that 
alluded to involves the carrying on of so large 
a number of delicate and intricate operations, 
that a full description of them would be both 
voluminous and interesting. The Bleaching, 
Coloring and Finishing of Cotton Goods are 
done at these works fnr all this portion of New 
England, and as this part of the country pro- 
duces a mnch larger quantity of the articles 
mentioned tdan is required for its own con- 
sumption, some idea of the magnitude of the 
task may be attained, especially when we add 
that some five hundred horse-power is utilized 
in the running of the machinery used in per- 
forming the same. The plant covers about ten 
acres of gi onnd, and about one-half of this space 
is covered with buildings, of which ten are used 
altogether, employment being afforded to three 
hundred and seventy luinils. It would be idle 
for us to mention the quality of the work done, 
for it speaks for itself, and need fear no rivalry. 



general. Employment is afforded to forty com- 
petent assistants. The firm will furnish Esti- 
mates and Plans for the heating of Residences, 
Public Buildings, Greenhouses, etc., at short 
notice, and their facilities are such as to easily 
enable them to meet all honorable competition, 
both as regards the thoroughness of the work 
done, and the prices fixed ujion the same. It is 
always well to deal with responsible parties, 
and particularly so when purchasing anything 
in Messrs. Carman & Thompson's line. 



H. W. Barbour, Druggist, 268 Lisbon 
Street, Lewiston. While the question of adul- 
teration of food is of the highest importance, 
and is deserving of all the attention which has 
been given it, still it is well to bear in mind 
that other substances than those adapted to 
food are susceptible of adulteration, and that 
equally grave consequences may follow such 
treatment. That a physician's prescription 
may be rendered entirely useless by being com- 
pounded with impure material, requires no 
demonsti'ation, common sense teaches every 
person that such might easily be the case. 
The importance, therefore, of having recipes 
filled at a perfectly reliable establishment, can 
hardly be over-estimated, and the people of 
Lewiston and vicinity are fortunate in having 
so skillfully and carefully managed a pharmacy 
in their midst as that carried on by Mr. H. W. 
Barbour, at No. 208 Lisbon Street. The reputa- 
tion of this establishment is of course well 
known to most of our readers, the proprietor 
having been in business here for over thirty 
years, so this is one of the best-known drug 
stores in this part of the State, and is as popular 
as it is well known. Mr. Barbour carries a full 
stock of Pure Drugs, Medicines, and Chemicals 
at all times, and devotes his best energies to 
the task of so conducting his prescription de- 
partment as to give unqualified satisfaction to 
all who may patronize him. Precision and 
promptness are assured. Very moderate prices 
are quoted, and no pains are spared to maintain 
and increase the popularity of this branch of the 
business. All the new and popular proprietary 
medicines, together with a carefully selected 
assortment of Toilet Articles, Perfumery, Fancy 
Goods, etc., are to be found here. He is also 
sole proprietor of the celebrated Cosmetic, 
Floral Cream, one of the most popular articles 
for the complexion that has ever been intro- 
duced. Its large and increasing sale and the 
unsolicited testimony of many ladies and lead- 
ing physicians in this city, prove it to be almost 
the perfection of art, so that no lady's toilet is 
now deemed complete without it. It is not a 
paint, contains no injurious ingredients, and 
does not merely cover, but most effectually re- 
moves Moth, Tan, Freckles, and Sunburn from the 
face, causing it to look Fresh, Transparent and 
Smooth, however wrinkled or injured by the 
application of rancid preparations or irritating 
washes. All this the proprietor warrants it to 
do, and will refund the money to any lady who 
purchases it at his store, No. 268 Lisbon Street, 
if it fails to accomplish what it is recommended 
to do. This seems fair, and he will do as he 
says. If it does accomplish what he says, it 
is invaluable, if not, it costs you nothing, your 
money is returned. Ladies, give it a trial. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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C. S. Crowell & Co., Commission Mer- 
chants, Wholesale Dealers in Foreign and 
Domestic Fruit, Country Produce, etc., 161 
Main Street, near Lisbon, Lewiston. As long 
as so large an^ important a share of our busi- 
ness operations is carried on through Commis- 
sion Merchants it is obvious that the standing 
of any community in the mercantile world will 
be largely dependent upon the character and 
ability of tliose giving their attention to this 
branch of trade, and we therefore feel that no 
review of Lewiston's business interests would 
be complete were not mention made of such 
Commission Houses as might truthfully be 
called "representative." Prominent among 
these, is that conducted by Messrs. C. S. 
Crowell & Co., at No. Uil Main Street, near 
Lisbon, for during the 14 years that this enter- 
prise has been in operation (it was started in 1874) 
it has increased and developed, until now it is 
well worthy to be chosen as a leadei' among simi- 
lar undertakings prosecuted in this vicinity. Mr. 
C. S. Crowell is a native of Vassalboro, Me., 
and was formerly connected with our City 
Council. He is well known here, in business 
circles particularly, and is as generally esteemed 
as be is well known. A strictly wholesale 
business is done. Foreign and Domestic Fruit, 
Country Produce, etc., being extensively handled 
throughout the State, and the attention of those 
interested is called to the advantages derivable 
from dealing with this popular house. Returns 
are promptly made, and although it is not pre- 
tended that impossibilities can be accomplished 
and articles sold way above the market rates, 
still those consigning goods to Messrs. C. S. 
Crowell &. Co., may safely depend upon having 
their interests looked out for as carefully as 
could be wished. 



J". Parsons, Wholesale Dealer in Flour, 
Teas, Coffees, Spices, Tobaccos and Cigars, 
Haymarket Square, Lewiston. Among the 
most important wholesale houses of this city, 
mention should be made of that conducted by 
Mr. J. Parsons in Haymarket Square, for this 
is one of the most largely patronized in this 
section of the State, and the constant increase 
of its business proves that its future is to be a 
very bright one. The enterprise alluded to was 
inaugurated by Messrs. W. F. Trufant & Co., 
in 1879, and came into the possession of its 
present proprietor in 1887. Mr. Parsons had 
previously had an extended experience, bow- 
ever, in this same branch of trade, having car- 
ried it on since 1868, and so was admirably pre- 
pared to advance the interests of his new un- 
dertaking. That he has done so, no one famil- 
iar with the present extent of his trade can for 
a moment doubt, and this has been done by 
hard work and intelligent effort to meet every 
reasonable demand of his patrons. He is a 
native of Auburn, and is a member of the Free 
Masons, having a large circle of friends in this 
vicinity. The premises in use include one floor 
and a basement, and the stock carried is a very 
large and desirable one, comprising Flour, 
Teas, Cofltees, Spices, Tobaccos and Cigars. A 
Grist Mill is run at West Miuot, and grain can 
be furnished at bottom rates. Employment is 
afforded to four assistants, and all orders are 
attended to with the utmost celerity and accu- 



racy. Mr. Parsons is prepared to offer his cus- 
tomers genuine inducements, and dealers hand- 
ling goods in his line should give him a call. 



D. W. LiOwell, Manufacturer of fine Havana 
and Domestic Cigars, 182 Lisbon Street, Lewis- 
ton. Some physicians consider the use of 
tobacco injurious, others consider it harmless, 
and not a few advise and advocate its use on 
the ground that it is positively beneficial. This 
is a true statement in a nutshell of the prevail- 
ing condition of scientific belief on the subject 
and it indicates as all can see that the author- 
ities themselves are greatly at variance. But 
there is one thing they do agree on and that is 
if you use tobacco use that which is good, pure, 
and free. Jrom noxious adulteration. To obtain 
tobacco of this kind a reputable and well- 
known house should be patronized that caters 
to the best class of custom and does so large a 
business that it can afford to exercise the 
greatest care in the selection of the stock it 
handles and thus be in a position to positively 
assure its patrons that the goods supplied are 
sure to prove as represented. It is just such 
an enterprise that is conducted by Mr. D. W. 
Lowell at No. 182 Lisbon Street, and smokers 
grow enthusiastic when describing the variety 
of cigars and tobacco he has to offer, for they 
assert that for evenness and delicacy of flavor 
some of his special brands are without a rival 
at the price at which they are sold. The 
premises utilized measure 100x15 feet and there 
is employment given to ten assistants in 
filling the many orders received for Mr. Lowell's 
popular pi oductions. He is the sole manufac- 
turer of the famous " Weston " brand and in 
this alone a very large business is done. Both 
wholesale and retail orders are filled at the 
lowest market rates and courteous attention is 
given all callers. 



John Dickson, Lewiston Bakery. Wed- 
ding and Fancy Cakes a Specialty. No. 217 
Main Street. Lewiston. If " health is wealth," 
as we are told it is, then good Bread must be 
considered as the road to "wealth," for cer- 
tainly it is hard to keep one's health while eat- 
ing poor bread. A public Bakery that produces 
an excellent article in this line, and that can be 
deijended upon to furnish a uniformly superior 
grade of Cake, Pastry, etc., is that conducted by 
Mr. John Dickson, at No. 217 Main Street. Mr. 
Dickson was born in Scotland, and began oper- 
ations here in I8S4. He is connected with the 
Free Masons, and also with the Knights of 
Pythias, having a large circle of friends in this 
city. The premises utilized by him are of the 
dimensions of 5.5x3.5 feet, and employment is 
given to four efScient assistants. Although, as 
we have said, dealing extensively in Bread of 
fine quality, Mr. Dickson gives particular at- 
tention to the production of Wedding and 
Fancy Cakes, and he is known as one of the 
foremost makers of these goods in Lewiston. 
Some beautiful and original designs are con- 
trolled by him in the moulding and shaping of 
Wedding Cakes, and his prices are remarkably 
low, when the nature of the materials used and 
results attained are considered. Such orders are 
delivered promptly when promised, and entire 
satisfaction is guaranteed. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



Wm. Liydston, Eeal Estate Agent, No. 247 
Lisbon Street, Lewiston. Also Agent for the 
White Bronze Monuments and Head Markers. 
Prominent among those who have stiiven earn- 
estly and successfully to advance the best in- 
terests of Lewiston, stands Mr. William Lydston 



ENDORSED BY 
SCIENTISTS AS 

PRACTICALLY 

InilestructiDIe 



BETTER AND 
CHEAPER THAN 
ANY 
STONE. 



Over 500 
Beautiful 
Designs. 




Send for 

Price List & 

Circulars. 






4. 



,,_ MANUFACTURED BY 

MONUMENTAL BRONZE COMPANY, 

BEIDGEPORT, CONN. 

the popular Real Estate Agent, and those at all 
familiar with this gentleman's past record, will 
join us in ascribing to him a large share of the 
credit fairly due to the public-spirited citizens 
who have labored early and late to give this 
municipality the position to which its extent 
and importance entitle it. Mr. Lydston is a 
native of Bowdoin, and since coming to this 
city has been closely identified with municipal 
affairs. He has served in both branches of the 
City Council and held the position of Street 
Commissioner for seven years. He became 
interested in the handling of Real Estate in 
1874 and has since become an authority in rela- 
tion to such property as his opportunities for 
becoming intimately acquainted with it have 
been of the best, and he has improved them to 
their full extent. He is prepared to Buy, Sell, 
or Exchange Real Estate, and to negotiate 
Loans and Collect Rents. The advantages of 
being represented by a man of Mr. Lydston's 
experience and position are obvious and many 
property owners avail themselves of his ser- 
vices. His ofSce is located at No. --'47 Lisbon 
Street, and callers may see samples of the 
famous White Bronze Monuments and Head 
Markeis for which Mr. Lydston is agent. 
These Monuments, etc., are much preferable to 
those made of stone, as they are practically 
indestructible and will not corrode or moss 
over, even if put under shade trees. They are 
supplied at reasonable rates and a variety of 
tasteful designs are offered. 



Mrs. M. B. Barker, (formery Mrs. M. B. 
Sprague,) Dealer in Pianos, Organs and Musical 
Merchandise. Pianos and Organs to Let. No. 
42 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. We believe that 
the public generally appreciate the fact that 
the cheapest Piano or Organ to buy is an instru- 
ment that is strictly first-class in every respect, 
and hence we will not waste space in arguing 
as to the truth of this proposition. Those who 
think that the lowest-priced instrument is inva- 
riably the cheapest are very decidedly mis- 
taken, but as such people only learn (if they 
learn at all) from experience, we will not ad- 
dress them in this brief article. It is no harder 
to obtain one's money's worth in the purchase 
of a I^iano or an Organ, than in the buying of 
any other standard article of trade, but it is 
necessary to bear in mind the fact, that to secure 
honorable treatment, you must deal with an 
honorable establishment. This store, conducted 
by Mrs. M. B. Barker, (formerly Mrs. Sprague), 
has gained so wide-spread a reputation for en- 
tire reliability, that few, if any, of the residents 
of Lewiston or vicinity can be ignorant of it. 
Mrs. Barker deals in Pianos, Organs and Musi- 
cal Merchandise in general, and occupies one 
floor of the dimensions of 80x8.5 feet, at No. 42 
Lisbon Street. She represents the " Behning," 
and other first-class Pianos, and is prepared to 
furnish either a Piano or an Organ at the manu- 
facturers' jjrice. Instruments may be hired 
here at reasonable rates, and will bo delivered 
promptly when agreed upon. Frames, Pictures, 
Christmas, Easter and Birthday Cards are also 
dealt in largely, and very reasonable rates quoted 
on the same. 



A. G. Potter, Proprietor of Central Dining 
Room, 5^ Central Block, 171 Main Street, Lew- 
iston. A good-natured hungry man is a phe- 
nomenon very rarely seen, for when anyone 
is really hungry, he is apt to forget politeness 
and everything else except his desire to be well 
fed as soon as possible. Good nature is a high- 
ly desirable thing for every man to have, and 
as the satisfying of hunger will go so far 
toward assuring it, we take pleasure in calling 
the attention of our readers to the Central 
Dining Room, located at No. b^ Central Block, 
No. 171 Main Stret, for every man eating at that 
popular resort is sure to leave it in a happy 
frame of mind, tliat is, if a hearty and nuti'i- 
tious meal at a fair price can bring about that 
result. The proprietor of this establishment is 
Mr. A. G. Potter, who is a native of this State 
and who founded the undertaking in question 
in 1877. The entire premises utilized com- 
prise three floors of the dimensions of 5.5x40 
feet, there beins 14 desirable rooms available 
for the accommodation of lodgers. Temporary 
or permanent sojourners in Lewiston will find 
that it would be difficult to hit upon a more 
satisfactory and economical plan of living than 
to lodge and board at this establishment, for it 
combines the advantages of a hotel with those 
of a boarding house, and has few if any of the 
drawbacks of either. Mr. Potter supplies his 
tables with plenty of healthful, nutritious and 
seasonable food, stinting neither in quality or 
quantity. Employment is afforded to five com- 
petent assistants, the service is prompt and the 
cooking good, and in fact the person who can't 
be satisfied here must be very hard to suit. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEW18T0N. 



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ANDROSCOGGIN MILLS. 



Androscogrffiii Mills, Cotton Goods of all 
kinds, Canal Street, Levviston, Me. Lewiston 
is known to be the principal seat of the manu- 
facture of cotton pjoods in this State, and as the 
Androscoggin Mills easily take the precedence 
in this city in the industry mentioned, they 
may reasonably be accepted as making up the 
representative enterprise of the State of Maine 
as regards the manufacture of Sheetint;s, Shirt- 
ings, Seersuckers, Grain Bags. Etc. This great 
enterprise was inaugurated in 186U, and requires 
a capital of $1,000,000 for its prosecution, there 
being 1,000 operatives employed, and 62,000 
spindles and l,8o8 looms run. About 210,000 
yards of Cotton Goods, and 60,000 Bags are pro- 
duced weekly, and a better idea of what a great 
quantity this is may be gained from the fact 
that 210,000 yards are more than 119 miles, or 
in other words, the weekly output of cloth from 
these mills would more than reach from Port- 
land to Boston. To properly handle the im- 
mense amount of "raw material" utilized in the 
carrying-on of an enterprise of such magnitude 
requires a very extensive and superior equip- 
ment, and an inspection of the Androscoggin 
Mills will show that all necessary facilities are at 
hand to enable goods to be made combining a 
maximum of excellence with a minimum of 
cost. Three large buildinirs are occupied, two 
of them three and the other five stories in 
height, and a spacious store-house one hundi-ed 
feet square is also utilized. Both water and 
steam-power are required to drive the necessary 
machinery, and a boiler house, measuring 7ox3S 
feet, together with an engine house of about 
the same size, are maintained. The Treasurer 
is Mr. George F. Fabyan, Boston, and the Resi- 
dent Agent, Mr. George W. Bean, the Selling 
Agents being Messrs. Bliss, Fabyan & Co., of 
No. 100 Summer Street, Boston, Mass. To sat- 
isfactorily dispose of so heavy an amount of 
goods as this corporation produces is of itself 
a task of no mean magnitude, but its perform- 
ance is greatly facilitated by their high repu- 
tation for durability and general excellence, | 



and a brisk demand exists for them among 
consumers. 



Bate.s Manufacturing' Co., Manufactur- 
ers of Ginghams, Seersuckers, Table Cloths, 
Quilts, Damasks, Etc , Canal Street, foot of 
Pine, Lewiston, Me. The residents of Lewiston 
and vicinity are so accustomed to the sight of 
the great mills located in that city that they are 
very apt to forget what truly stupendous enter- 
prises they are, and how much the prosperity 
of the municipality is bound up in them. Taking 
only one — that conducted by the Bates Manu- 
facturing Company — as an example, we tind 
that this enterprise was inaugurated in 1852; 
that it requires the occupancy of four immense 
five story buildings of the dimensions of 275x75 
feet, and that it affords employment to over 
1,800 operatives. Now, without taking into 
consideration the amount which this corpora- 
tion pays out in taxation, without even consid- 
ering the increased value given to real estate 
by the attracting to this community of the large 
number of people directly and indirectly con- 
nected with the mills, think of the grocers, the 
butchers, the tradesmen of all kinds who owe 
the bulk of their business to the employees of 
this company, and it will be seen that its influ- 
ence in the development of Lewiston's business 
has been, and is, potent and far-reaching. 
Ginghams, Seersuckers, Shirtings, Quilts, 
Damasks, Tablecloths, and all kinds of Colored 
Cotton Goods are made, and 68,632 spindles and 
1,559 looms are kept in operation to supply the 
market. The company has a capital of $1,000,- 
000, and aboard of officers made up of the fol- 
lowing gentlemen: President, J. W. Clark; 
Treasurer, Jacob Edwards; Agent, H. L. Pratt, 
of Lewiston; Directors, Jacob Edwards, Dexter 
N. Richards, Jas. W. Clark, J. VV. Brown, Jos. 
H. Gray, O. H. Alford, Moses Kimball. The 
Paymaster and Clerk is Mr. Ralph W. Potter, of 
Lewiston, and the Selling Agents, Bliss, Fabyan 
& Co., of Boston. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



Samuel E. May & Co., Bankers and 
Brokers, and Dealers in Government Securities, 
No. 17 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. In directing 
the particular attention of our readers to the 
banking house of Messrs. Samuel E. May & Co., 
doing business at No. 17 Lisbon Street, this 
oity, we feel that however strongly tempted we 
may be to eulogize the honorable business 
methods of this old, established concern, it will 
perhaps be as well for us to remain silent, as 
otherwise our praise may be consideied as pre- 
sumptuous, and the expression of our honest 
appreciation as offensive patronage. Neverthe- 
less we are inclined to take the risk of being 
put in a false position as we are endeavoring to 
make this history of the commercial develop- 
ment of Lewiston as complete as possible, and 
the concern to which we have reference has 
played an important part in the bringing about 
of that development. Messrs. Samuel E. May 
& Co., began operation in 186.3, and continued 
without change until the death of the senior 
partner in 1886, since which time the business 
has been carried on under the same firm-name, 
so well and so favorably known to our mer- 
chants and to investors in general. The office 
is conveniently located at No. 17 Lisbon Street, 
in the Board of Trade Rooms, and seekers after 
information will find Mr. Wheelock at all times 
ready to lend such counsel and assistance as 
may be suggested by his long and varied experi- 
ence. The favorable relations established by 
this house during its extended and honorable 
career, give it peculiar advantages in negotiat- 
ing loans, etc., and enable it to fully protect 
the interests of its customers. Government 
Securities, and all first-class Investment Securi- 
ties are dealt in very extensively, principally 
New England, City, County, and R. R. Bonds, 
also Letters of Credit and Foreign Drafts, 
and those seeking a safe investment for surplus 
funds would do well to ascertain what Messrs. 
S. E. May & Co., can do for them in this line. 



Mrs. L. Atwootl, Fine Millinery, No. 9 
Lisbon Street, Lewiston. The ladies of this 
city are to be congratulated on having so first- 
class an establishment so easy of access as that 
conducted by Mrs. L. Atwood at No. it Lisbon 
Street, and that they appreciate the advantages 
which this lady offers in the course of her busi- 
ness operations is proved by the liberal and 
constantly increasing patronage accorded her. 
Mrs. Atwood's enterprise was inaugurated in 
187G. being the pioneer in its line in this city, 
and its celebrity is by no means confined to 
Lewiston, but extends for a considerable dis- 
tance throughout tlie vicinity of the city. Fine 
Millinery of all descriptions is handled and tlie 
stock exhibited is well worth careful inspection, 
for it comprises all the most fashionable and 
popular novelties in the goods mentioned, and 
the utmost taste has been shown in its selection 
and arrangement. The store is (i.')x35 feet in 
dimensions and employment is afforded to six 
skilled assistants, a specialty being made of 
custom work, and no pains spared to keep up 
the very high reputation long since won by this 
establishment in this department of its busi- 
ness. Ribbons, Laces, and all kinds of Trim- 
mings may be had here at the lowest market 
rates, andj their quality is at all times guar- 



anteed to prove as represented. It is in the 
Embroidery Department, however that Mrs. 
Atwood's enterprise is most widely and favoi'- 
ably known, and the specimens shown of this 
industry are beyond description and must be 
seen to be appreciated. Embroidery is done 
to order at low prices and very elegant effects 
are obtained. 



Dr. Emery Bailey, Dentist, Journal Block, 
20 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. It is a thing to be 
regretted, that so many people invariably asso- 
ciate the idea of Dental operations with more 
or less severe pain to the one operated upon, 
for such a state of feeling results in the teeth 
being neglected and allowed to go to ruin, 
when, if they were attended to in time, they 
might have done good service for years to 
come. It may be stated with perfect truth, 
that by the use of the improved appliances, 
etc., furnished to Dentists of the present day, 
it is possible for a skilled operator to entirely 
avoid the infliction of pain in the majority of 
cases, and if those whose teeth require atten- 
tion would only submit them to a competent 
dentist in season, they would save themselves 
much inconvenience, expense and anxiety. 
Care should of course be taken to select a prac- 
titioner who is fully informed regarding the 
latest accepted theories, etc., of his profession, 
and in this connection we beg leave to call at- 
tion to the admirable facilities at the command 
of Dr. Emery Bailey, at his spacious and finely 
equipped rooms in Journal Block, No. 20 Lis- 
bon Street. This gentleman has served the 
Lewiston public in his present capacity since 
1876, and there is not a Dentist in the city (or 
for that matter, in the State either) that holds 
a higher or more deserved reputation for giving 
careful attention to the best interests of his 
patrons. Dr. Bailey was born in Woolwich, Me., 
and is connected with the Free Masons and K.of 
P., of which he holds the office of Grand Pre- 
late of Grand Lodge, with the Royal Arca- 
num and Red Men, of which he is Sachem. 
He carries on Dentistry in all its branches, and 
is very popular, owing to the gentleness and 
care he uses, as well as to the thoroughness and 
skill with which he carries out every operation 
entered upon. His charges are always moder- 
ate, and we can cordially advise our readers to 
make use of his services. 



J. L/. Peabody & Co., Central Market, 
Dealers in Meats, Groceries and Provisions, 
Oysters and Fish. A Full Line of Choice Cigars 
and Confectionery. No. 169 Main Street, 
Central Block, Lewiston. There are many 
reasons why the Central Market should be the 
favorite, which it undoubtedly is with the gen- 
eral public, and these reasons are so sound and 
conclusive that there is no danger of the estab- 
lishment in question losing its popularity, 
under its present management at least. The 
enterprise was inaugurated in 1874, under the 
firm name of Daily & Peabody, and ten years 
later the present style was adopted — J. L. Pea- 
body & Co. Mr. Peabody is a native of New Port- 
land and is connected with the Odd Fellows. He 
is very well known about town, for during his 
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made many friends and has gained a well 
deserved reputation for enterprise and liberal 
methods. The premises utilized by Mr. 
Peabody are located at No. 169 Main Street, 
(Central Block) and are of tbe dimensions of 
65x30 feet. One reason for the great popularity 
enjoyed by the utidertakino; is to be found in 
the variety and extent of the stock on hand, for 
it includes not only Meats, Groceries and Pro- 
visions of all kinds, but also Fish and Oysters 
and a full line of Choice Cigars and Selected 
Confectionery. The prices are as low as the 
lowest, for goods of equal quality, and the 
employment of two assistants makes it possible 
to assure prompt and courteous attention to all. 



A. W. & W. B. Antboiiie, First-Class 
Watchmakers and Jewelers, 75 Lisbon Street, 
Lewiston. No better evidence of the wealth 
and general prosperity of a community need be 
asked for, than that afforded by the successful 
carrying on in its midst, of such an enterprise 
as that conducted by Messrs. A. \V. & W. B. 
Anthoine, at No. 75 Lisbon Street. This under- 
taking was founded in 1S8<), by Mr. A. W. 
Anthoine, who is a native of Windham, and it 
was carried on by hiui alone ujj to 1887, when 
Mr. W. B. Anthoine became associated with 
him, this gentieraau being a native of Bidde- 
ford. The premises occupied are of the dimen- 
sions of 45x18 feet, and dtfoid accommodation 
for an extremely large and varied stock of 
Watches, Jewelry, Silver Ware, Precious Stones, 
etc. These goods are offered at the very lowest 
market rates, and we know of no establishment 
in the State where the retail buyer enjoys more 
advantages, for every article sold is tuUy war- 
ranted to prove as represented, while lower 
prices are quoted than many irresponsible 
dealers are able to offer, for this firm enjoys 
the most favorable relations with manufactures 
and wholesalers, and gives its customers the 
full benefit of this state of affairs. All the 
leading makes of Watches are handled, and a 
reliable timekeeper may be purchased for a 
reasonable sum, while French Clocks are also 
largely dealt in as well as those of American 
manufacture. The assortment of Solid and 
Plated Silver Ware, is complete in every depart- 
ment, and embraces all the latest and most 
fashionable designs, and the Solid Gold Goods 
offered are also remarkable for beauty and for 
novelty. Particular attention is given to the 
Repairing of Fine Watches, and many of our 
readers will doubtless be glad to learn where 
they may have work of this kind done with the 
assurance of a satisfactory result. Employment 
is given to three competent and polite assist- 
ants, and orders for Custom Work, Repairing, 
etc., are filled at short notice. Both members 
bers of the firm are very well-known about 
town, and the senior partner is connected with 
the Knights of Pythias, while Mr. W. B. An- 
thoine belongs to the Odd Fellows. 



Darrah's Kid Glove Store, No. 117 Lisbon 
Street, Lewiston. Every person that desires to 
appear well-dressed should remember that it is 
in the minor details of the toilet that the most 
care should be exercised, for it is apt to be just 
here that the difference between perfect and 



imperfect dress is most observable. The matter 
of gloves is a very important one in this con- 
nection and no one can aff"ord to be careless in 
the selection of these articles for if the gloves be 
ill-fitting or of bad style they will spoil the 
effect of the most elaborate costume. As there 
is such a great difference in the hands of peo- 
ple — one having a long and slender hand, 
while another's is just the reverse — the only 
way to assure getting a good fit is to visit an 
establishment which makes a specialty of 
Gloves, and carries so large a stock as to be able 
to guarantee that satisfaction will be given in 
this respect. A Lewiston enterprise which for 
many years has held a leading position among 
similar houses in this portion of the State is 
that located at No. 117 Lisbon Street, and 
known as " Darrah's Kid Glove Store," and all 
our readers who may be in need of Gloves 
should certainly give this establishment a call, 
as they will find as large and select a stock and 
as low prices as are obtainable anywhere. Mr. 
W. C. Darrali founded the business he now 
conducts over 20 years ago and has steadily 
added to his trade until now it has reached 
immense proportions. Ladies' and Gentlemen's 
Gloves of all descriptions are offered, made 
and finished in first-class style and guaranteed 
as to fit and durability. Employment is 
afforded to two assistants and no delay is 
experienced in being waited upon, excepting at 
rare intervals. A specialty is made of the sale 
of Infant's Wear, and many beautiful goods are 
shown in this department. 



G. M. Allen, (Successor to Teague & 
Hale), Registered Druggist, 28 Lisbon Street, 
Lewiston, Me. It is safe to say that there are 
few, if any, establishments in this city that are 
better known to the public at large than is that 
conducted by G. M. Allen, (Successor to Teague 
& Hale,) at Nos. 28 and 30 Lisbon Street. Opera- 
tions were begun by Mr. VV. A. Teague, in 1884, 
and in 1885, Mr. S. A. Hale was admitted to part- 
nership under the existing firm-name. Mr. Allen 
succeeded to the business March 1, 1888. This 
gentleman is a native of Waldoboro, and had an 
experience of thirteen years before coming here. 
He is a member of the Knights of Pythias, Odd 
Fellows and Red Men. Originally, Mr. Teague 
confined his efforts to the carrying on of a first- 
class drugstore, but on becoming associated with 
Mr. Hale, another store was obtained, adjoining 
the old one, and the business of Cigar Manu- 
facturing was engaged in. Great success has 
been won in this new field of effort, but the 
drug department is by no means neglected, and 
no pains are spared to carry on a Family 
Pharmacy that shall be satisfactory in every 
respect. Employment is given to a competent 
assistant, and every customer receives prompt 
and careful attention. Prescriptions are filled 
with the utmost accuracy and at extremely low 
rates, the assortment of Drugs, Medicines, and 
Chemicals in stock, being very extensive and 
made up of fresh and pure goods. A full line of 
attractive Holiday Goods is offered which is not 
excelled in the city for beauty and variety. 
Mr. Allen pays particular attention to the sale 
of the "Nordeck" Cigar, and if you want an 
enjoyable and fragrant smoke at a small ex- 
pense, just try one of these popular Cigars. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



Chandler & Estes, Dealers in School and 
Miscellaneous Books, Blank Books, Stationery, 
Paper Hangings, Window Shades, Pictures and 
Frames, Artists' Materials and Fancy Goods, 
100 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. If Mr. J. C. 
Batcheller, when he founded the business now 
carried on by Messrs. Chandler & Estes, could 
have forseen the way in which it was destined to 
develop, he would doubtless have been proud of 
his work, but forty years is a long time and near- 
ly that period has elapsed since he inaugurated 
the enterprise alluded to in 1849. Ten years 
later he was succeeded by Dresser & Varney, 
who in 1865 gave place to Mr. T. M. Yarney, 
and he in turn to French Brothers in 1870. In 
1877 Mr. Benjamin Chandler assumed control 
and in 1880 this gentleman entered into partner- 
ship with Mr. I. H. Estes under the present 
firm name. Mr. Chandler was born in Unity, 
Me., and Mr. Estes in this city, the former being 
connected with the Free Masons and the latter 
with the Odd Fellows and the Knights of 
Honor. The relative position of the enterprise 
carried on by this house is soon stated. It 
stands at the head. Occupying a store of the 
dimensions of 8.5x40 feet, every inch of avail- 
able space is utilized for the accommodation 
of a stock as varied as it is extensive, and as 
desirable as it is varied. School and Miscel- 
l.aneous Books are largely dealt in and a fine 
assortment of Blank Books is shown, contain- 
ing shapes and sizes suitable for about al! the 
many purposes to which these articles are put. 
An elegant selection of fashionable Stationery 
is also offered and in the line of Paper-hang- 
ings it would be difficult indeed to excel the | 
variety exhibited. Window Shades in the most 
popular jjatterns are at hand and the prices 
quoted on them are so low as to merit special 
attention, while the collection of pictures exhib- 
ited must be seen to be appreciated. Artists' 
Materials of choice quality are sold at bottom 
prices, and the firm act as agents for the 
Boston Papers, and carry a complete assortment 
of the leading periodicals and news publica- 
tions. 



fitted to assure satisfaction to all parties con- 
cerned in the carrying on of such operations, 
Mr. Small having been engaged extensively in 
Eeal Estate for the past twenty years, not only 
in New England, but in the South and West. 
He buys, sells and exchanges. Those wishing 
to raise money either on Real Estate or per- 
sonal property at a low rate of interest, or any 
business transacted in the auction line, will 
find that their interests would be best served 
by leaving their orders here. The business has 
been conducted in such a manner as to inspire 
the fullest confidence, and all customers find 
that promptness and reliability which alone 
insure success. This firm deals in all kinds of 
investments, but makes a specialty of Western 
and Southern Loans. The facilities for effect- 
ing safe investments are thus unsurpassed. 
This firm also transacts a general insurance 
business and are agents for the Dwelling House 
Insurance Co., of Boston, Mass. 



J. T. Small & Co., Real Estate Brokers 
and Auctioneers, City and Country Property 
Bought, Sold and Exchanged, Hents Collected, 
Mortgages Negotiated, No. X Lyceum Block, 
Lisbon Street. Any person — stranger or old 
resident — who may wish to obtain information 
regarding Lewiston. Real Estate, would do well 
to call upon Messrs. .1. T. Small & Co., at Room 
3, Lyceum Hall Block. Lisbon Street, and make 
known his wishes to them. This firm makes a 
specialty of the handling of this class of prop- 
erty, and are regarded as authorities concern- 
ing it. They do a large business, but find time 
to give all customers prompt and painstaking 
attention, cheerfully affording any information 
in their power to give. Complete lists are kept 
of the desirable Real Estate on the market, either 
for hire or sale, and many weary steps and not a 
few disappointments may be avoided by 
" house-hunters " who will make use of the 
facilities here provided. City, Farm, and 
Country Property handled. The negotiation of 
Mortgages and Loans is a prominent feature of 
the business and no firm in Lewiston is better 



J. C. liOrd & Sod, Dealers in Groceries, 
Flour, Meats and Provisions. No. 30 Ash 
Street. No one can visit the store of J. C. Lord 
& Son, located at No. .SO Ash Street, without 
at once becoming aware that a more than 
usually large business is done there and the 
more completely investigations are carried out, 
the more plainly evident it will become that 
this is one of the leading establishments of the 
kind in this city, and yet it is not of very long 
standing either, comparatively speaking. Busi- 
ness was begun in 1861 by .1. C. Lord, who suc- 
ceeded to the business of L. P. Huntoou in 
1888. He is a native of Albany, N. Y. ; and his 
son, E. .L, of Lewiston. Both are members of 
the Odd Fellows. Mr. E. J. Lord belongs to 
the Red Men. Their knowledge of the Grocery 
and Provision trade is best vouched for by the 
brilliant success that has attended their efforts 
to increase the scope of their operations. The 
premises occupied include one floor and a 
basement and measure 65x20 feet. An im- 
mense stock is carried, particularly in the line 
of Flour. Messrs. Lord & Son make a specialty 
of this valuable product, and offer an unsur- 
passed assortment of staudard and popular 
brands at bottom prices. Staple and Fancy 
Groceries, Meats, and Provisions are also 
handled very extensively, and attention might 
well be given to the excellence of the various 
grades of Tea and Coffee offered, and the re- 
markably reasonable prices quoted in this 
department. Messrs. Lord & Son employ three 
competent and polite assistants and guarantee 
the prompt delivery of orders. 



Wade & Duntoii, Manufact\irers of and 
Dealers in Carriages and Sleighs, Park Street, 
Lewiston. The average man does not buy a 
Carriage or Sleigh every day in the week, by 
any means, and when he does purchase one, 
it is but natural that he 
should be anxious to get 
a vehicle on which he can 
depend, for, monetary con- 
siderations aside, one does 
not like to trust his fami- 
ly, or even himself, in a 
carriage which there is 
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bly made. It is principally for this reason that 
we should advise such of our readers as contem- 
plate the purchase of :i vehicle of this descrip- 
tion to visit the establishment of Messrs. Wade 
tfe DuntOD, on Park Street, for there they will 
find a large and varied assortment of the pro- 
ductions of all the best makers (for this firm 
does not confine itself to the handling of its 
own productions,) and each and every carriage 
sold is fully guai-anteed to prove as represented 
in every respect. This business was founded 
in 1857, by Messrs. Potter, Thompson & Co., 
who were succeeded by the existing firm in 
1887. Mr. T. W. Wade was born in N. Y., and 
Mr. E. L. Dunton in Gardiner. Three buildings 
are occupied, measuring 45x60, .50x75 and 38x40 
feet in dimensions, respectively, and employ- 
ment is afforded to eighteen assistants; Order 
Work and Repairing being done at short notice, 
in the best possible manner. No house is in a 
position to extend more positive and genuine 
advantages to its customers, as regards both 
quality of work and lowuess of price, and that 
this fact is appreciated the constantly increas- 
ing business shows. 



Di's. N. Wooflbury & Son, Dentists, 
Pilsbury Block. Lewiston. " If 'twere done at 
all, 'twere best 'twere done quickly," is a 
Shakespearian quotation which may be studied 
with profit by all requiring the services of a 
dentist, for in their case the old saying "delays 
are dangerous," applies ten-fold. If people 
would more generally make a rule of visiting a 
competent dental operator at the first symptoms 
of decay in a tooth, they would save themselves 
much pain and more money. But it is well to 
assure one's self as to the competency of the 
dentist before submitting to his guidance and 
perhaps the best way of doing this is to ascer- 
tain the popular sentiment of the community 
concerning him. Applying this test, we be- 
lieve the preference in Lewiston would surely 
be given to Drs. N". Woodbury &, Son, for these 
gentlemen have practiced dentistry here since 
1871 and long prior to that date followed the 
same profession elsewhere, Dr. N. Woodbury 
having had an experience extending over a 
score of years in Auburn and Skowhegan. 
Both are natives of Auburn and are widely 
known in that city as well as in Lewiston Two 
rooms are occupied in Pilsbury Block, and 
every improved facility is at hand for the 
carrying on of Dentistry in all its branches. 
Engagements may be made in advance and 
annoying delays thus avoided, and all that care 
and gentleness can do to make things as agree- 
able as possible for patients will be done, while 
operations are carried on with great thorough- 
ness and at reasonable rates. 



Johu B. Smith & Co„ Practical Pipers 
and Plumbers, Wholesale and Retail Dealers in 
Boiler Tubes, Wrought Iron Pipe, Fittings, 
Valves, etc., Lead Pipe, and Plumbing Material, 
40 Lower Main Street, Lewiston. It seems to 
be impossible for some people to appreciate the 
the importance of having such work as Steam 
and Gas Fitting done only by those who com- 
bine experience and skill, and yet it would 



seem as if the frequent instances occurring on 
every side of waste or damage caused by defec- 
tive pipe laying would be of themselves enough 
to convince the most careless that not every- 
body is competent to undertake work of this 
description. Take it in Steam heating alone 
and it will be found that much of the undis- 
puted economy of that method over the system 
of heating by Stoves, Furnaces, etc., may be lost 
by the improper arrangement or unworkman- 
like fitting of Pipes and hence consideration of 
economy, not less than of safety demand that 
only skilled men should be entrusted with the 
carrying out of the necessary operations. Messrs. 
John B. Smith & Co., of No. 40 Lower Main 
Street, this city, make a specialty of Piping and 
Plumbing, and have every facility to fill orders 
at the very shortest notice and at the least pos- 
sible expense. Carrying as they do what is re- 
gai'ded by competent ci'itics as the largest and 
most complete stock of Pipe, Tubing, and such 
goods in the State, they are prepared to furnish 
anything in these lines without delay and at 
the lowest market rates. The business was 
begun in 1878 by ^Messrs. Smith & McClure and 
came under the control of the present firm in 
1880. Mr. Smith was born in Lowell, Mass., 
and is one of tlie most widely and favorably 
known of our citizens, having been connected 
with the Board of Aldermen for two years. 
The premises occupied are 45x35 feet in size 
and employment is afforded to twenty assist- 
ants. This firm are agents for the Gurney Hot 




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Water Heater, and make a specialty of hot 
water heating, both a wholesale and retail busi- 
ness being clone and Boiler Tubes, Wrought 
Iron Pipe, Fittings, Valves, Lead Pipe and 
Plumbing Material very extensively.dealt in. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



W. li. IjOtlirop, agent for Ivers & Pond 
Pianos, 1S6 Lisbon street, Lewistou. If there 
was but one kind of piano manufactured, the 
task of choosing an instrument would be en- 
tirely done away with, and tlie imaginative and 
descriptive powers of many a hard-working 
salesman would not be so heavily drawn upon, 
as they are under present conditions. But there 
are many styles of piano on the market — sooae 
excellent, more good, still more fair, and even 
more yet positively bad. Those who buy as 
cheap an instrument as possible will chdose the 
latter, and afterward repent having done so. 
Others will pay a fair price and get a fair or 
good piano, and a few will order the highest- 
priced instrument to be found ; having plenty 
of money, and believing the most expensive to 
be necessarily the best. This belief is entirely 
erroneous. It is not only possible, but easy, to 
obtain as fine a piano as is manufactured, with- 
out paying an exorbitant price, and the way to 
do it is to visit Mr. W. L. Lothrop, at No. 18(3 
Lisbon Street, and order an " Ivers & Pond." 
"How do we know this?" you ask. By ex- 
perience. The Ivers & Pond piano is a high- 
grade, modern-built instrument, of sweet and 
powerful tone, responsive action, great dura- 
bility, and beautiful finish, and it is sold at a 
fair and reasonable price. These pianoa always 
(jive satisfaction, and you will never regret hav- 
ing chosen cue. Mr. Lothrop is a native of 
Leeds, Maine, and is connected with both the 
Masons and the Odd Fellows. He has been the 
county agent for the Ivers & Poud Pianos since 
1886, has made many sales, and has shown the 
instrument he handles to be the equal of all, 
and the superior of two-thirds of the pianos on 
the market today. 



Daniel Wood, Dealer in Crockery, China, 
and Glass Ware, Kerosene Goods, Cutlery, and 
Rogers' Silver Plated Ware, Lisbon Street, 
Lewiston. If there be any among our readers 
who are disposed lo believe that there is not an 
active demand in this community for goods of 
the finest quality and most beautiful design we 
would certainly advise an inspection of the 
stock of Mr. Daniel Wood, for this gentleman 
has been engaged in his present business here 
for 21 years, but has been in business in Lewis- 
ton for 40 years, and would not be apt to offer 
goods which he did not have good reason to 
believe would be in strong demand. As ele- 
gant an assortment of Crockery, China, and 
Glass Ware as is to be found in this portion of 
the State, may be seen at his establishment. 
No. 151 Lisbon Street, and no further proof can 
be needed of the general culture of the com- 
munity than the immense quantity of the finest 
goods annually sold by Mr. Wood. He is a 
native of Acton, Me., and began operations here 
iu 1848. In 1849 as Wood & Weeks. Seven 
years later he became sole proprietoi', and has 
since continued the enterprise alone. He is 
one of the most universally respected of our 
citizens, and it is to be regretted that his dislike 
for public office has prevented his expei-ience 
and integrity being employed in the direction 
of our municipal government, with the excep- 
tion of a single terra which he served as Coun- 
cilman. But nevertheless Mr. Wood has earned 



the gratitude of the public by supplying reliable 
and desirable goods at fair rates and we can do 
no better than to heartily advise all wishing^ 
anything in the line of Crockery, Glass Ware, 
Kerosene Goods, Cutlery, Rogers' Silver Plated 
Ware to procure the same at this store. It is 
of the dimensions of 25x100 feet, and twa 
courteous and well-informed attendants will 
give customers prompt attention. Wedgewood, 
Majolica and Japanese Wares are made special- 
ties and many beautiful novelties are shown. 



A. L. & E. F. Goss, Stoves, Agricultural 
Implements, etc., 41, 43 & 45 Main St., Lewiston. 
The enterprise couducted by Messrs. A. L. & E. F. 
Goss has been in operation for over a quarter 
of a century, this firm succeeding Mr. John 
Goss in 18(),5. To state that this concern ranks- 
with the leading houses iu the State engaged in 
handling Stoves, Furnaces, Agricultural and 
Dairy Implements, etc., is but to call attention 
to a well-known fact, for it is generally under- 
stood among the purchasing public that both 
as regards the variety and quality of the stock 
carried and the prices quoted on the same, 
Messrs. A. L. & E. F. Goss have no reason ta 
fear comparison with any of their competitors. 
Both members of the firm are natives of 
Danville and both are well known. Mr. A. L. 
Goss having been a member of the Lewiston and 
Auburn City Council while Mr. E. F. Goss has 
represented the same community in the Legis- 
lature. The premises occupied are very spacious 
consisting of four floors and basement of the 
dimensions of 65x90 together with a large store 
house for agricultural implements 1 Main St. — 
From these figures some idea may be gained of 
the size of the stock carried, and as the firm 
confines itself to no special make of goods but 
seeks to supply its customers with all such as 
experience has proved to be of real value under 
the conditions of practical use, it is obvious 
that no better place can be found at which to 
purchase anything in its line. Among the 
more popular of their specialties may be men- 
tioned the "Royal Clarion" and the "Royal 
Grand" Ranges, and the "Dining Room Com- 
panion," this latter stove being manufactured 
and patented by the firm. It is made in ten 
different styles and finishes and is without doubt 
one of the very best Parlor Cook Stoves on the 
market, being elegant in design, economical of 
fuel and requiring but little attention. Re- 
frigerators and Dairy Goods are also very ex- 
tensively handled at wholesale and retail, and 
in the line of Agricultural Implements no other 
house iu the State can make such a showing, 
for not only is the assortment unequalled, but 
every provision is made for carrying a full 
line of repairs in stock for all the different class 
of goods they handle. This of itself gives them 
a large trade to supply the wear and tear of 
their extensive sales for the last twenty-three 
years, which accommodation their patrons 
greatly appreciate. 



Georg"e H. Glover, Musical Instruments, 
149 Lisbon Str-eet, Lewiston. The motto "get 
the best" is an excellent one to follow when 
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thiiiif. Imtit is particularly worthy of observance 
when choosin<j a musical instrument, as an in- 
ferior Jirticle of this kind is dear at any price. 
Such I if our Lewiston readers as are musically 
inclined, will be f^lad to learn of an establish- 
ment where Pianos, Organs and other musical 
instruments may be obtained at the lowest mar- 
ket rates, and of guaranteed quality, and we 
therefore take pleasure in calling their attention 
to the enterprise conducted by Mr. George H. 
Glover at No. 149 Lisbon Street. One floor of 
the dimensions of 75x50 is occupied, and an 
extensive stock carried, comprising not only 
musical instruments but also musical merchan- 
dise in General. Mr. Glover begun operations 
in 1877, then being located in Auburn. Ten 
years later he removed to his present quarters 
and is now better prepared than ever before to 
assure satisfaction to his customers. Repre- 
senting the Ciiickering, I'rescott and Ilallett & 
Davis he is certainly well able to supply the 
best that is to be had in the piano line, while as 
special agent for the Prescott Organs he can 
offer equal inducements in that direction. Brass 
Instruments, Music. Musical Merchandise etc., 
are furnished at prices that cannot fail to be 
satisfactory, and the goods are in all cases re- 
liable and iirstclass. Mr. Glover is a teacher 
of the Cornet and also gives instruction regard- 
ing the use of otiier instruments. Pianos and 
Organs are tuned at short notice in a first-class 
mannei-, and especial attention is given to the 
general repairing of musical instruments. 



W. E. a. Wortbley, Photographer, Pills- 
bury Block, Lewiston. That homely old 
proverb which declares that " The proof of the 
pudding is in the eating" goes straight to the 
root of the matter, as indeed all those homely 
old proverbs are wont to do, and no better 
instance of it can be found in modern life than 
that afforded by the work of the photographer. 
One may talk of "light and shade " of " atten- 
tion to details" of "artistic handling of a sub- 
ject," for hours and it will not give half the real 
insight into a photographer's skill that could 
be obtained by a few minutes' examination of 
his work. So we will not take up space in 
describing the many excellencies of the pro- 
ductions of Mr. \V. E. G. Wortbley of this city, 
but will simply invite our readers to visit his 
studio in Piilsbury Block, over the Young 
Men's Christian Association, and see for them- 
selves. This gentleman was born in Phillips, 
Me., and is a member of the Odd Fellows. He 
inaugurated his present enterprise in 1870 and 
has built up a very large and steadily increas- 
ing patronage by his prompt attention to 
orders and by always striving to do his best. 
Photographs of any desired size will be made 
and tliose who are most familiar with such 
work are the most outspoken in their praise of 
the system of finish and generally satisfactory 
character of Mr. Worthley's productions. India 
Ink and Crayon Portraits are also made in the 
very best manner and at low prices and a fine 
line of colored photographs is at hand for the 
inspection of those interested, and orders for 
coloring are executed in a superior manner and 
at low prices. The premises are .50x45 feet in 
dimensions, and employment is afforded to two 
assistants. 



C P. Ci'ossman, Proprietor of the Boston 

5 Cent Store, 5 and 10 Cent Counter Supplies at 
Wholesale and Retail, No. SS Lisbon Street, 
Opposite Music Hall, Lewiston. Lewiston's 
" Boston 5 Cent Store" is one that fully deserves 
its name, for after a thorough inspection of its 
stock and prices and a comparison of them 
with those of Bailey (who conducts what is by 
far the most exten.sive establishment of the 
kind in Boston or New England) we are pre- 
pared to assert that the comparison is by no- 
means entirely in favor of the Metropolitan 
enterprise. Of course it would be absurd to- 
intimate that our Lewiston store contained so 
heavy a stock, but it is a fact that in those lines 
that are carried by it, it offers fully as great 
inducements to buyers as Mr. Bailey ever did. 
The "Boston 5 Cent Store" was founded in 1881 by 
Messrs. Grossman A Davis and a year later Mr. 
C. P. Grossman assumed sole contiol, which he 
has since continued. He is a native of Smith- 
field, Rhode Island, and possessed of that 
liberal enterprise and readiness to take advan- 
tage of any peculiarity of the market without 
which, great success in such a business as he is 
engaged in is impossible. The premises occu- 
pied are of the dimensions of y5x4ti feet and 
a really tremendous stock of Glass, China, 
Crockery, Baskets, Tin Ware, in short all that 
endless array of articles carried in a store of 
this kind, is on hand and sold at wholesale 
and retail. Employment is afforded to four 
active land pnlite 'assistants and any article 
in stock will be promptly and cheerfully shown. 

N. J. Laugrhtou, Pianos and Organs, 
84 Lisbon Street, Lewiston, and 17 Court 
Street, Auburn. There is no more satisfying 
or gratifying evidence of the general prosperity 
of the people of this country, than that afforded 
by the immense number of Pianos and Organs 
sold annually, for although of course some of 
these instruments find their way into the homes 
of the rich, the great majority of them are pur- 
chased by working people. By this expression 
we mean, of course, all those who support 
themselves by the labor of their hands or 
brains as distinguished from those who are in 
receipt of an adequate income without necessity 
for personal exertion. The charms of music in 
the home, have been too often and too eloquent- 
ly described to need mention here, and the 
demand existing for musical instruments shows 
that these charms are generally appreciated. 
We have no set advice to offer regarding the 
selection of a Piano or an Organ, other than 
'• get the best." Don't buy an unreliable instru- 
ment at any price, and to get a reliable one, 
patronize a reliable dealer. Mr. N. J. Laughton 
of No. 84 Lisbon Street, Lewiston, and 17 Court 
Street, Auburn, acts as agent for some of the 
best manufaciurers in this country, and no 
mistake will be made by those leaving an order 
with him. He is a native of Auburn, a member 
of the Odd Fellows, and represents such houses 
as Decker Brothers, Wilcox & White, Krauch 

6 Bach, etc. One floor, measuring 45x25 feet is 
occupied, and employment given to two efficient 
assistants. A branch store at Auburn was 
opened in March 1888, with a full line of Pianos, 
Organs, and Musical Merchandise. No one 
wanting a Piano or an Organ should neglect 
paying Mr. Laughton a visit. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 




The Blue Store, S. A. & I. B. Isaacson 
Proprietors, One Price Clotliitiij Establishment, 
Corner liisbon and Ash Street, Lewiston. 
Since the '• Blue Store " came under the con- 
trol of its present proprietors it has become one 
of the "institutions" of Lewiston and the 
advantages it has to offer in the way of Cloth- 
inpr, etc., are so pronounced and unusual that it 
may be considered as liaving no competitor in 
its own special line of business. One reason 
why it is in a position to offer inducements so 
^ireatly superior to those of rival houses is to 
be found in the fact that it is a branch of a large 
Boston concern. The Blue Store was originally 
opened in 1881, but it was not until 188(3 that 
Messrs. S. A. & I. B. Isaacson took it in charge. 
They have built up a business such as under 
ordinary circumstances would have been the 
work of a full decade in less than two years, and 
liave done it too by strictly legitimate and hon- 
orable methods. Some few dealers may com- 
plain because of the sudden cessation of the 
enormous profits they used to make, but what 
is their loss is the people's gain and the people 
show that they appreciate it by liberally patron- 



izing the house that sounded the death-knell of 
exhorbitant figures. Two floors are in use of 
the dimensions of 85xoo feet, and a stock of 
Clothing is carried which it would be very diffi- 
cult to equal in this city. Hats, Furnishing 
Goods, etc., are also exhibited in profusion and 
employment is afforded 1o ten assistants. Mr. 
S. A. Isaacson is a native of Russia and Mr. I. 
B. Isaacson of Boston, Mass., both gentlemen 
being connected with the Knights of Pythias 
and the first-named with the Odd Fellows as 
well. Not only is the concern a leading one in 
business circles, but the gentlemen constituting 
it are also very prominent socially and have 
hosts of friends throughout this section. 




W. R. Goodwill, Steam and Gas Fitter, 
and dealer in Steam and Gas Fitters' Tools and 
Supplies. Hot Water Heating a Specialty. 
No. 30 Main Street, Lewiston. Although Steam 
and Hot Water Heating are becoming more and 
more popular and widely used, as their advan- 
tages become better known, still there have 
been instances in which they utterly failed to 
give satisfaction, for with these systems of 
heating, much more than when stoves or fur- 
naces are used, a great deal depends ui)on the 
manner in which the necessary apparatus is 
adjusted. The moral is plain. Be sure that 
those who undertake to put in operation such 
arrangements for heating, are competent and 
responsible parties, and no mistake can possi- 
bly be made on this score if Mr. VV. R. Good- 
win be employed, for he has attained a reputa- 
tion for skillful and tliorough work in this line 
that could only have been won by sheer force 
of merit. Business was begun by Mr. David 
Bickford, and in 1886 this gentleman became 
associated with Mr. W. R. Goodwin, succeeded 
by Mr. Goodwin in 188T. One fioor is occupied 
tneasuring 40 x 2.j feet, and Wrought Iron Pipe, 
Fittings, etc., are extensively dealt in. There 
are six competent and careful assistants em- 
ployed, and those favoring this house with an 
order for either new work or repairing, may 
feel positively assured that the same will be 
filled in the most conscientious manner and at 
the lowest market rates. This is a representa- 
tive house and one worthy of unreserved com- 
mendation. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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Manufacturers' National Bank, Lew- 
iston. Althouf^h our National Banking system 
is no doubt imperfect in certain respects still it 
approaches as closely to perfection as most 
schemes of human origin, and on the whole has 
made a record since the war of which its 
sponsors need not be ashamed. It is not for us 
to act as a champion of the system for if any 
defence of it may be needed there are far abler 
pens than ours ready to enlist in such a cause, 
but we cannot refrain from suggesting that the 
most severe critics of our National Banks have 
not as a rule met with such brilliant success in 
the conduct of their private business affairs as 
to indicate that they were born financiers or 
far-seeing managers. Even the most prejudiced 
person however would scarcely have the audac- 
ity to deny that the Manufacturers' National 
Bank of this city had been of great service to 
our local business men since its establishment 
in 1875, for such a denial would be of no avail 
even if made, so generally convinced is the com- 
munity of the value of the aid extended by the 
institution mentioned. It has a capital of 
$200,000 and a surplus of $83,000, and its man- 
agement has shown on more than one occasion 
that they have an abiding faith in this city and 
its business men, and are therefore prepared to 
show their faith by their works in every legiti- 
mate way. The officers : Messrs. J. M. Rob- 
bins, President ; C. I. Barker, Vice-president ; 
and Addison Small, Cashier, are all well-known 
and highly esteemed citizens both in public 
and private life, and the present condition of 
the bank is the strongest possible endorsement 
of their faithfulness and zeal. The Board of 
Directors consists of Messrs. J. M. Robbins, C. 
I. Barker, E. S. Davis, James Munroe, T. E. 
Eustis, Oliver Newman and L. L. Blake, and 
there is no reason to doubt that the high record 
of the past will be fully maintained if not im- 
proved upon with the progress of time. 



occupied consists of one and one-half stories, 
containing two floors 18x30 feet in dimensions. 
This enterprising house is ready within short 
notice to execute any order which may be en- 
trusted to them, and perfect satisfaction guar- 
anteed. Mr. Sherman was born in Belfast, Me., 
and is a well-known citizen, being a member of 
the City Government; also a member of the 
Odd Fellows, -Knights of Pythias, G. A. R. and 
Order of the Red Men. 



J. M. Sherman, Painter, Grainer, Glazier, 
Paper Hanger and Fancy Decorator, No. 96 
Chestnut Street. ''In the elder days of art" 
all decoration and beautiful artistic work was 
confined to the religious and public buildings 
and the palaces of the favored rich. Now, 
through the advancing influences of civiliza- 
tion, the achievements and effects of artistic 
coloring are brought within the reach of almost 
every one who can appreciate their value, and 
the higher tone and happiness which have thus 
been brought into our life is of the greatest 
influence and value. The refined taste exhib- 
ited everywhere in this branch of business 
causes one to stop and wonder if this industry 
has not reached the height of perfection. 
Among the well-known business firms of Lew- 
iston is the familiar name of J. M. Sherman, 
whose business is located at No. 96 Chestnut 
Street. As a painter he has no superior in this 
section of the State, and as the business was 
established here in 1872 by Mr. Sherman, it is 
recognized as one of the leading ones in Lew- 
iston, Mr. Sherman being favored by the finest 
class of custom in the city, as he does very fine 
work in House Painting, Decorating, Paper 
Hanging and Fancy Ceiling Work, Etc., six 
experienced hands being employed. The shop 

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Newman, Lara & Co., Dealers in Ice, 
Lewiston. Americans traveling abroad, and 
more particularly in England, find much to 
admire and much to condemn, but they are 
unanimous in declaring that their native coun- 
try is beyond comparison with any other in one 
respect at least, and that is the general use of 
ice in warm weather. For instance, they say 
that in England such a thing as '"ice water" 
as we understand it is practically unknown, 
excepting in such hotels and other public re- 
sorts as specially cat»n- to American tastes, 
what the English call "ice water" being 
merely water that has been somewhat cooled 
by being kept in a refrigerator for a while. The 
use of ice over here is increasing rapidly, and, 
as our readers well know, Maine is the most 
important field of supply for this indispensable 
article. The enterprise of our citizens engaged 
in the ice business has greatly developed our 
resources in this direction, and the State is so 
far north that it is very exceptional to have 
what is known as a " short crop." Messrs. New- 
man, Lara & Co., of this city, are extremely 
well-known in connection with the handling of 
ice, and their many customers will be pleased 
to know that they are better than ever prepared 
to supply their rapidly increasing list of pa- 
trons at the present time. This concern began 
operations in 1872, and have since gained an 
enviable reputation for the uniform superiority 
of their service and the lowness of their rates. 
Mr. Oliver Newman was born in Carthage, Me., 
and has been a member of the Board of Alder- 
men of this city, while Mr. Lara is a native of 
Turner, Me., and has served in various impor- 
tant public positions, such as County Treasurer, 
Councilman and Alderman of the city of Au- 
burn. Mr. E. L. Philoon, who has been in the 
employ of this firm for many years, was in 1887 
admitted to partnership. He is a native of 
Liverraore, where for years he held positions 
as Chairman of Selectmen and Superintendent 
of School Committee. He has also served his 
adopted city of Auburn on school boards. He 
is thoroughly acquainted with ice business in 
all its departments and is determined that his 
firm shall continue to merit the confidence of 
its patrons. Orders for ice left with Messrs. 
Peables & Garcelon, or Mr. A. K. P. Jordan, 
popular grocers of Auburn, receive prompt 
attention. The firm maintain an extensive ice- 
plant, including two storage houses of the 
dimensions of 100x160 and 30x60 feet respec- 
tively, having a capacity of about 4,.500 tons. 
Employment is afforded to fifty men in winter 
and ten in summei-, and as prompt attention is 
given to all complaints of poor service, etc. 
customers are assured a regular and abundant 
supply of ice. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



Blake, Spear & Co., Dealers in Groceries 
and Provisions, Main Street, Lewiston. Among 
the many establishments located in Lewiston 
and devoted to the sale of Groceries and Pro- 
visions, we do not know of any that offer more 
genuine advantages to its customers than that 
carried on by Messrs. Blake, Spear & Co.. of 
Main Street. This enterprise was inaugurated 
by the above-named gentlemen, and its devel- 
opment has been in accordance v?ith its merits, 
the business now done being sufficiently large 
to call for the employment of competent and 
experienced assistants. The members of the 
firm are very well known in this vicinity. The 
premises occupied are commodious, and con- 
tain an extensive assortment of Groceries, 
Provisions, etc., that give ample evidence of 
having been carefully selected by competent 
hands. Appealing especially to Family Trade, 
Messrs. Blake, Spear & Co. pay particular at- 
tention to handling goods of such a character 
as to be especially adapted to household use, 
and sell nothing that they believe to be un- 
worthy of trial. While placing their prices at 
the lowest possible figures, they do not lose 
sight of the fact that the best class of patrons 
prefer quality to quantity, and so take pains to 
furnish only reliable articles. Prompt and 
polite attention to customers is insisted upon 
at this store, and orders are quickly and accu- 
rately delivered. 



Mr.s. J. T. Lemout, Fine Millinery, Cor- 
sets, Etc., 117 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. As 
there is no portion of the costume more con- 
spicuous, so there is none that exerts a greater 
influence over the entire appearance than does 
the hat or bonnet which may be worn, and 
every lady should use care in selecting this part 
of her apparel, for in no other is a proper indi- 
viduality more pleasing and effective. In order 
to learn what is best suited to one's personal 
needs there is no other way equal to visiting an 
establishment where a complete variety of the 
latest fashionable productions in the millinery 
line are kept in stock, and there inspecting the 
different shapes and combinations. It is impor- 
tant of course to know that the styles on exhi- 
bition are such as are worn in the best society, 
and the only way to make " assurance doubly 
sure" on this point is to patronize a house of 
leading reputation, and there is no similar 
establishment of which this may be more truly 
said than that conducted by Mrs. J. T. Lemont. 
at No. 117 Lisbon Street. This enterprise had 
its inception in 18(37, and has long been held in 
the highest estimation by the ladies of Lewis- 
ton and vicinity, for they have found that the 
goods "upplied are always reliable and first- 
class, while the prices are uniformly reasonable. 
One floor, measuring ^>'>x2o feet, is occupied, 
and Fine Millinery of all descriptions is kept 
constantly on hand. Both Trimmed and Un- 
trimmed Hats and Bonnets are handled, and 
Custom Work is done at short notice in the 
most tasteful and artistic manner. A very full 
line of Corsets, Bustles, etc., is carried, includ- 
ing Warner's, Ferris's and Geo. Frost's goods, 
and no greater inducements are attainable else- 
where than are offered here in this special 
department. 



T. F. Callahan & Co., Manufacturers of 
and dealer in Trunks and Traveling Bags, 286 
Lisbon Street, Lewiston. None but experienced 
travelers appreciate the importance of having 
a trunk that can be depended upon to preserve 
its contents intact, for none but such people 
have had an opportunity to realize how little 
protection the ordinary cheap trunk affords. 
The best, surest and most economical way to 
purchase a good article of this kind is to buy 
of the manufacturer direct, and if you want 
the neatest, strongest, most durable and most 
convenient trunk that is to be had, you can do 
no better than to place your order with Messrs. 
T. F. Callahan & Co., doing business at No. 286 
Lisbon Street. This firm is made up of Messrs. 
T. F. and E. A. Callahan, both of whom are 
natives of this city and prominent citizens, Mr. 
T. F. Callahan having served in both branches 
of the City Council, and now occupying the 
position of Water Commissioner. The premises 
utilized are of the dimensions of 7.5x30 feet, and 
Trunks, Traveling Bags, Shawl Straps, Trunk 
Straps, Etc., are manufactured and sold both 
at Wholesale and Retail. Tiunks of all kinds 
will be made to older or repaired at short 
notice, and at prices that cannot fail to please. 
An extensive stock of Hats, Caps, Umbrellas, 
and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods in general, 
is also carried, and all the fashionable novelties 
in Head- wear. Collars, Neckties, Scai-fs, Etc., 
are obtained at the earliest possible moment 
and offered for sale at bottom prices. This is 
a representative establishment, and well de- 
serves the pronounced success it has won. 



H. B. Ward well. Dealer in Fine 4rt 
Goods, Picture Frames, Engravings, Oil Paint- 
ings, Artists' Supplies, Stationery, etc., 29 
Lisbon Street, Lewiston. An establishment 
which no art-lover can afford to remain in igno- 
rance of is that conducted by Mr. H. B. Ward- 
well at No. 29 Lisbon Street, and we can promise 
such as have not already visited it a rare treat, 
for a most magnificent display of Fine Art 
Goods is there made, and it is so tastefully and 
artistically arranged as to greatly add to the 
effect of tiie articles exhibited. Mr. Wardwell, 
who conducted a similar enterprise at Auburn 
for some years opened his present store in 1887, 
and has rapidly built up a large patronage as 
the inducements he has to offer are m;uiy and 
decided, and so large and varied a stock is car- 
ried that all tastes may be suited. The premises 
utilized are of the dimensions of 70x40 feet, 
and employment is afforded to four competent 
assistants. Oil Paintings, Engravings, Etchings, 
Statuary, Artists' Materials, Stationery, etc., 
are supplied at suiprisingly low prices, and it 
is clearly evident that Mr. Wardwell must have 
a most intimate acquaintance with every detail 
of his business to enable him to conduct opera- 
tions on so liberal a basis. Picture Framing is 
made a specialty, and all kinds of frames will 
be made to order from the plainest to the most 
elaborate. Mr. Wardwell is a member of the 
Odd Fellows, and has gained many friends in 
and about Lewiston. He is courteous and 
obliging and fully deserves his growing popu- 
larity. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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Bubier & 3Iason, House and Carriage 
Painters and Paper Hangers, 82 Bates Street, 
Lewiston. Other things being equal, it is 
always more economical to have a thing done 
skillfully than unskillfully. and if this simple 
truth were moi e generally borne in mind, much 
vexation and not a little money would be saved. 
It is a popular belief that anybody can paint a 
house, and so they can — after a fashion. But 
to paint a house properly requires skill and 
experience, and although the first cost of hav- 
ing the woik done in the best manner may be 
greater, the superior durability of it will more 
than make up for the difference, to say nothing 
of the gain made in appearance. Messrs. Bubier 
& Mason have won a high leputation for the 
excellence of their work since beginning oper- 
ations iu 188(5, and we have no hesitation in 
heartily commending them to such of our 
readers as may wish anything done in the way 
ot House or Carriage Painting. The firm is 
made up of Messrs. E. Mason and J. D. Bubier, 
both of whom are natives of Maine and thor- 
oughly acquainted with every detail of their 
business. One floor, of the dimensions of 30x45 
feet, is occupied at No. 82 Bates Street, and 
employment is given to four competent assist- 
ants. Orders will be given immediate atten- 
tion, and satisfaction is confidently guaranteed. 



Geo. A. Callahan, Steam Job Printer, 21 
Lisbon Street, Lewiston. This may be called 
the "age of printer's ink" for the virtues of 
this magic fluid (which by the way isn't a fluid 
at all, but more properly a paste) are now uni- 
versally recognized, and the man who wishes to 
buy at low rates makes equally free use of it 
with the man who wishes to sell at a profit. 
One of the chief principles of success in busi- 
ness is — "Procure a good article and then let 
the public know of it", for the world is too 
wide to allow every man to know his neighbors' 
business, and therefore it is not to be expected 
that a large trade can be buTit up unless meas- 
ures are taken to see that the community 
at large are informed as to the inducements of- 
fered. Modern job printing has become an 
art, and the day when any amateur with a hand- 
press and an unlimited supply of self-confidence 
could successfully compete for work of this 
kind has gone by, for the public has been edu- 
cated up to a point where the crude produc- 
tions of such would-be printers are rejected 
with contempt. It requires both experience 
and large facilities to carry on a job printing 
establishment nowadays, and both of these have 
bad their influence iu building up the large pat- 
ronage enjoyed by Mr. Geo. A. Callahan, who is 



engaged in carrying on an enterprise of this 
kind at No. 21 Lisbon Street. This gentleman 
is a native of Lewiston, and began operations 
over a quarter of a century ago, having founded 
his business in 1802. He is a very well known 
and highly esteemed citizen and a member of 
the school committee. One floor measuring 
85x85 feet is utilized, and three large presses 
operated, a four-horse engine furnishing the 
motive power. Both book and job printing are 
done in the very best style, and the resources 
of the establishment permit the assurance that 
only short notice is required for the furnishing 
of work in any desired quantity while the rates 
chaiged aie low and equitable. 



D. P. Field & Co., Dealers in Ice, 
Oflices at -JO Hammond Street, P. C. Tarbox «fc 
Co.'s, Wm. Cloutier & Co.'s, C. H. Grafifam's, 
A. L. & E. F. Goss', and E. H. Kimball's Coal 
Office, I^ewiston; Stevens & Lord's, Knight & 
Chase's, A. M. Penley's, and A. B. Craft's, 
Auburn. " I\!eep cool " is excellent advice at 
all times and particularly so in summer when 
old Sol threatens to burn us all up. But, like 
most good advice, this injunction is much 
easier to give than to follow, and hence any- 
thing tending to make it less difficult must he 
held to be in the nature of a public benefit. In 
this connection let us call attention to the en- 
terprise inaugurated by Messrs. D. P. Field & 
Co. in 1886, for these gentleman are dealers in 
Ice, and are prepared to do their best toward 
keejjing the whole community cool at the low- 
est market rates. Although only beginning, as 
we have said, in 1886, they have already built 
up a large trade, and this is not at all surpris- 
ing to those who are conversant with the bus- 
iness methods they pursue. The facilities for 
leaving orders are numerous and wide-spread, 
there being offices established at Messrs. P. C. 
Tarbox & Co.'s, Wm. Cloutier & Co.'s. C. H. 
Graff am' s, A. L. & E. F. Goss', and E. H. Kim- 
ball's coal office, Lewiston, and Stevens & 
Lord's, Knight & Chase's, and A. B. Craft's, 
Auburn. The firm is constituted of Messrs. D. 
P. Field, Hilman Smith and L. G. Lord, who 
reside in Auburn, although their business is 
largely done in Lewiston, their i^rincipal office 
being on Hammond Street. The gentlemen of 
the firm are well known to most of the citizens 
of our two cities. They are all members of the 
G. A, R., having cheerfully resjionded to their 
country's call for help in her hour of danger 
during the late rebellion, Mr. Field as a mem- 
ber of the 29th Maine Keg't, Mr. Lord as a 
member of the 12th Maine Reg't, and Mr. Smith 
as a member of the 8th Maine Reg't. Mr. Field, 
the senior member, has been especially honored 
by his townsmen, having been a member of the 
City Council of Auburn, and subsequently with 
the Board of Aldermen, and now being Repre- 
sentative to the Legislature. Messrs. Lord and 
Smith, the other two members of the firm, are 
old residents and quite well known, Mr. Lord 
being for many years a member of the well- 
known firm of Stevens & Lord, blacksmiths, 
Auburn. Mr. Smith is the ex-Sheriff of our 
county, having filled the office for six consecu- 
tive years. Storage capacity of the jnnount of 
five thousand tons is had, and Androscoggia 
River Ice is handled at wholesale and retail. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



H. P. Dorman & Co., Dealers ia Coal 
and Wood, office Cedar Street, near Lincoln, 
Lewiston. Among the minor evils and incon- 
veniences which at times combine to make the 
householders lot far from being a happy one 
may be mentioned that of not receiving goods 
when they were promised, for it requires but 
experience to realize that the failure of dealers 
to keep their agreements in this respect may 
cause considerable bother and annoyance to say 
the least. Especially is this true as regards 
such bulky articles as coal and wood, for special 
preparations have generally to be made for their 
reception, and therefore we feel that we are do- 
ing our readers a service by directing their at- 
tention to an establishment where these com- 
modities are not only supplied at the lowest 
market rates but where all promises made are 
strictly adliered to. We have reference to that 
conducted by Messrs. H. P. Dorman & Co., and 
are sure that practical trial of the advantages 
offered by this house will bear us out in all that 
we have said in its favor. Business was begun 
in 1878 by the existing firm which is made up 
of Messrs. H. P. Dorman and S. T. Woodward, 
the former a native of Bridgton and the latter 
of Bath. The premises utilized are sufficiently 
spacious to provide storage facilities for thirty- 
five hundred tons of coal and about one thou- 
sand cords of wood, and being situated on the 
line of the railway the expenses of handling are 
reduced to a minimum, thus allowing goods to 
be retailed at very low rates. The office is lo- 
cated on Cedar Street, near Lincoln, and orders 
will be given prompt attention. 



Liincoln House, L. C. Dunham and C. F. 
Andrews, proprietors, Lewiston. One often 
hears the question asked, on the cars and else- 
where, "I am going to (such a place), where 
would you advise me to put up?" Now, such 
an inquiiy is a very natural one to make, if a 
man has no previous acquaintance with the 
city or town which he proposes to visit, and as 
many come to Lewiston daily, for the first time, 
we wish to say right here, that if a hotel is 
sought that shall be complete in its appoint- 
ments, convenient in its location and liberal in 
its management, we know of none better than 
the Lincoln House, conducted by Messrs. Dun- 
ham & Andrews. Under the name of " Lincoln 
Block," this was carried on as a boarding house 
up to 1886, when after extensive and thorough 
ovei'hauling, repairing and renovation, the 
present name was adopted. The premises in 
use comprise five floors of the dimensions of 
100x50 feet, there being one hundred guest 
rooms, which are conveniently arranged and 
very comfortably furnished. The table is sup- 
plied with excellent food, skillfully and care- 
fully cooked, while the service is both coui'- 
teous and prompt. Both the proprietors are 
very well-known gentlemen, and are also pro- 
prietors of the popular Elm House, Auburn, 
Mr. Dunham being a member of the Board of 
Alderman. He is a native of Leeds, while Mr. 
Andrews was born in Greene. The terms are 
very reasonable, board being but one dollar per 
day, and a first-class livery stable is connected 
with the establishment, at which stylish and 
speedy teams may be obtained at low rates. 



W. A. Libby, Contracting Mason, 26 Pine 
Street, Lewiston. Ordinary justice requires 
that in making mention of the leading business 
men of this section the name of Mr. W, A. 
Libby should not be omitted, for this gentleman 
is one of the most widely known of our citizens, 
and has established a reputation for probity 
and strict fulfillment of agreements that of itself 
would cause him to be worthy of a place in our 
pages. He is a native of Wales, Maine, and be- 
gan operations here in the firm of W. A. Libby 
& Co., becoming sole proprietor of the enter- 
prise in 188."). He is a member of the Free 
Masons, and it is most fitting that he should 
be, for he is one of the foremost contracting 
masons of this State, and is piepared to un- 
dertake operations of the greatest magnitude, 
and give satisfactory sureties as to responsibilty, 
good faith, etc. But those who are familiar 
with his work in the past would not be apt to 
ask for such bonds excepting as a mere matter 
of form, for the reputation we have already al- 
luded to is widely known in the community and 
the most utter stranger would have but little 
difficulty in soon arriving at a satisfactory con- 
clusion as regards Mr. Libby's standing. He 
employs an average number of thirty assistants 
and occupies a spacious office at No . 20 Pine 
Street, where he may be seen by those desiring 
anything in his line. 



George R. Page, Fine Millinery, 27 Lis- 
bon Street, Lewiston. When Mr. George R. 
Page began business in Auburn twenty years 
or more ago, it is probable that he had not the 
slightest idea that at the present time he would 
conduct what is in all respects the leading 
establishment of its kind in Lewiston, but such 
has been the outcome of the unremitting efforts 
he has made to serve the public in the best 
manner possible, and it gives us pleasure to re- 
cord success so worthily bestowed. "Smartness" 
and deceit may make a good showing for a time 
but in the long run genuine merit and honor- 
able business methods afford the sui'est path- 
ways to success, and the experience of Mr. Page 
is but further confirmation of this truth. He is 
a native of Winthrop, Maine, and is one of the 
best known of our merchants. The premises 
in use are of the dimensions of 75x35 feet, 
and are none too large to properly accommodate 
the heavy and varied stock carried which in- 
cludes Millinery and Fancy Goods of every de- 
scription, and which for "cleanness and general 
desirability is worthy of careful study and ad- 
miration. Employment is given to seven as- 
sistants, and the utmost willingness is exhibited 
in the showing of eoods as Mr. Page invites all 
to inspect his stocH and is anxious to facilitate 
such inspection by every means in his power. 
Low prices combined with first-class attractions 
are hard to resist, so that the heavy business 
done is only what is to be expected. The Cus- 
tom Millinery deparment is one of the best 
equipped in the State, and those employed 
therein rank with the highest as rejjards taste 
and skill. Buying of the leading jobbing 
houses and manufacturers, Mr. Page's connec- 
tion in New York and Boston markets together 
with the fact that all bills are discounted in ten 
days, customers are enabled to obtain the very 
latest and most desirable goods at the lowest 
possible prices. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 




John Garner, 

Dealer in Fancy 
Groceries, Patent 
Medicines, Meats 
and Provisions, 
Passenger and Ex- 
change Agent, 213 
Park Street, Lew- 
iston. This well- 
established Gro- 
cery and Provision 
House has a wide 
reputation for the 
fine stock of Staple 
and Fancy Gro- 
ceries always to be 
found here. This 
house was estab- 
lished by its pres- 
ent piopiietoi in 1SC4, and for the past quarter 
of a century has enjoyed a large and lucrative 
wholesale and retail trade, extending among 
many of our leading families. The premises 
occupied for the business are located at No. 213 
Park Street, and consist of one floor and base- 
ment each 9-5x1 ^ feet in size, where a very fine 
and attractive stock of Groceries and Provisions 
is carried, including fine Teas, Coffees, Spices, 
the best brands of F'lour, and Choice Meats and 
Provisions, al.«o a full line of Patent Medicines. 
Mr. Garner is als'« the sole agent in this vicinity 
for the celebrated Fleischraanu & Go's. Com- 
pressed Yenst, Agent for Hecker's Self-raising 
Flour, also Passenger and Exchange Agent. 
The steadily increasing trade of this house re- 
quires the services of five competent assistant*, 
and the business is transacted in an energetic 
and enterpiisiiig niiinner. The store is finely 
arranged in all its departments, and the atten- 
tion to customers is all that could be asked for. 




these with the reliability of the proprietor tend 
to preserve a business so well conducted as 
this. Mr. .John Garner is a native of England, 
and is one of Lewiston's most prominent citi- 
zens. He is one of the directors of the Peoples 
Savings Bank of Lewistnn, and has been a mem- 
ber of the City Government four years as Alder- 
man and Councilman. He is also the President 
of the Lewiston and Auburn Grocers Associa- 



tion and a Justice of the Peace. Mr. Garner 
also belongs to the Masons, Odd Fellows and 
Knights of Honor, and can honestly say that 
during the quarter of a century he has been in 
business he has paid dollar for dollar. If you 
intend visiting any part of the world, especially 
Europe, or sending for friends, or sending money 
to friends, buy your Passage Tickets and Drafts 
of John Garner. 



Excliang-e Hotel, K. Young, proprietor, 
Lewiston. A hotel rnn expressly ior the ac- 
commodation of business men should be spoken 
of in a businesslike manner, and we shall en- 
deavor in this brief sketch of the public house, 
whose name leads this article, to state facts in 
a succinct and comprehensive manner, worthy 
of the careful attentiou of those for whose 
perusal it is specially intended. The Exchange 
Hotel is one of the oldest-established institu- 
tions of the kind in this vicinity, and under its 
present management it bids fair to attain a 
popularity beyond any it has ever known. The 
reason of this is not hard to guess, for since 
Mr. R. Young, who now owns it, assumed con- 
trol, he has studied to please his patrons and 
to gain a reputation for bis house that would 
assure it continued prosperity. He has suc- 
ceeded in both these endeavors, and we can 
and do heartily advise those whom business or 
pleasure calls to this locality to make the 
Exchange Hotel their headquaiters for the fol- 
lowing reasons: ], It is centrally located, being 
near to all stores and depots. " 2, The accom- 
modations are strictly first-class, the building 
being four stories in height, and 75x100 feet in 
dimension, and fifteen efficient assistants em- 
ployed, enabling the wants of guests to be 
promptly and satisfactorily attended to at all 
times. 3, The terms are very reasonable, being 
but $2.00 per day, and very liberal arrangements 
are made with regular boarders. 4, The table 
is supplied with an abundance of nutritious 
and v?ell-cooked food, which is promptly and 
neatly served. Those four reasous might be 
greatly added to, but enough has been said to 
indicate what trent nent the traveler receives 
here and to furnish cause to give this hotel the 
preference. Mr. Young is a native of Corinna, 
Me., and a member of the Knights of Pythias. 
He has hosts of friends, and will continually 
add to them as long as he adheres to his pres- 
ent liberal business methods. The facilities 
enjoyed by this hotel to cater to its guests are 
unsurpassed. This hotel is owned by its land- 
lord, Mr. Young, who pays cash for everything 
required in running the house, thereby securing 
the best at the lowest possible price, which 
goes to the benefit of the guests in the reason- 
able rates charged them for Jirst-class accom- 
modations. Everything is systematized about 
this hotel, as one will readily see by taking a 
look about the house. In the basement, par- 
titioned off, one notices almost a complete gro- 
cery. In another apartment a Fish and Meat 
shop, and in another apartment neatly packed, 
is a year's supply of kindling wood, shavings,' 
charcoal, etc. In the kitchen, neatness and 
order prevail. A finely-equipped laundry is also 
a prominent feature of this finely conducted 
hostelry. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



The Lewiston Commercial School, 149 

Lisbon btreet, Geo. E. Gialiam, Principal. It 
is but laiely that we have occasion to mention 
an enterprise that seems to iis to be of such 
vital importance as is such an institution as the 
Lewiston Commercial School, of which Mr. 
Geo. E. Graham is the principal, and when we 
do, we can but regret the small space which the 
stern necessity of keeping this book within 
reasonable bounds limits us to. When we use 
the term "vital importance," we do so with a 
full realization of its meaning, for in the course 
of a somewhat extended and vaiied experience 
in all parts of this country with business men 
and business methods, we have come to have 
an appreciation of the priceless value the train- 
ing given the conscientious student in so excep- 
tionably t^eIl-equipped and managed an insti- 
tution is to liim. The Lewiston Commercial 
School is under the direction of George E. 
Graham, its talented principal. This gentleman 
brings to his chosen profession that mingled 
enthusiasm characteristic of the true teacher. 
This ydioiil is designed to qualify young ladies 
and gentlemen for business in a short time and 
at little expense. The instruction given is 
strictly individual, there being no classes what- 
ever. By this system pupils of any grade may 
enter at any time. The school will be open 
every day and evening excepting Saturdays, 
thereby giving those who are employed during 
the day, an opportunity to acquire a business 
education without interfering with their rlaily 
occupations, as piecisely the same studies aie 
pursued evenings ;is are taken during the day 
session.*. The Business Cour.^e includes the 
following studies: Bo< k k( eping, Penmanship, 
Business Correspondence, ("ommercial Law, 
and the Solving of Aiithmetical Problems by 
the Shortest and Most Practical Methods. 
Those who desire a thorough preparation for 
business can get it here in as short a time as 
possible, and at a very moderate expense. 
Terms: Day Sessions. — Full lousiness Course 
(six months), $2.5.00. Full Business Course 
(three months), $l.o.O(i. Evening Sessions. — Full 
Business Course (six months), $l.o.('0. Full 
Business Course (three months), $7.-50. Wed- 
ding, Addtess, and Visiting Cards and Penman- 
ship of every description promptly executed at 
the schoolrooms. A specialty is made of 
teaching Penmanship exclusive of the business 
course. Day or Evening. — 12 Lessons, $2.00. 
Hours, 9 to 12 a.m.; 2 to .5 and 7 to 9.30p.m. 
The above prices include all stationery free of 
charge, and every effort is made to advance 
the pupils as fast as their abilities will permit. 



A. S. Wright, 50 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. 
Dealer in Jewelry, Watches, Clock, Silver Ware. 
There aie no Jewelry stores in this portion of 
the State that are better known than that car- 
ried on by Mr. A. S. Wright, at No. 50 Lisbon 
Street, and it goes without saying that this es- 
tablishment is as favorably as it is widely 
known, for otherwise no such immense patron- 
age would be enjoyed as is now the case. Mr. 
Wright is a native of Lawrence, Mass., and in- 
augurated the enterprise in question in 1SS3. 
The premises occupied are 65x:W feet in dimen- 
sions and contain a really magnificent stock of 



Watches, Jewelry, Silver-Ware, Clocks, etc., 
which is made up entirely of trustworthy goods 
and which is offered at the lowest market rates 
that can be quoted on standard articles of equal 
value. Employment is given to two courteous 
and efficient assistants and every caller is as- 
sured prompt attention and strictly honorable 
treatment. Repairing both of VVatches and 
Jewelry is given special attention, and owners 
of fine chronometers may leave their timepieces 
here with the full assurance that they will be 
handled ill a skillful manner and put into the 
best possible condition. All the standard makes 
of watches are sold, and bargains may be had 
either in the purchase of a cheap movement or 
in the most elaborate productions of the watch- 
maker's art. Clocks of many kinds are also ex- 
tensively dealt in, and solid and plated silver 
waie is sold at the lowest market rates. 



The DeWitt, H. A. Brick, proprietor, 
corner of Park and Pine Streets. It is 
much easier to describe an ideal hotel on paper 
than it is to realize that ideal in practical life, 
and indeed it is evident that even if a house 
were conducted in a manner perfectly satisfac- 
tory to one man, it would fall short in many 
respects of what was wanted by the remaining 
ninety-nine in the hundred. ''Many men of 
many minds " are what the hotel keeper has to 
provide for, and it is but larely that one meets 
with the success attained by Mr. H. A. Brick 
in his management of the DeWitt House. This 
popular hostelry is one of the oldest in this 
section of the State, having been originally 
founded clo.>~e on to half a century ago. After 
various vicissitudes it passed into the hands of 
Messrs. Quinby A Muich in 1878, and in 1886, 
the present jiroprietor assumed possession. He 
is a native of Augusta and a member of the 
Kniahts of Pythias, and is one of the best- 
known of our Maine hotel men, being the Vice- 
president of the State Association as well as 
Vice president of the National Hotel Men's 
Association. We may say in passing, that the 
associations alluded too are of great value to 
the traveling public as well as to hotel proprie- 
tors and managers, as their chief aim is to 
improve the efficiency and I'educe the needless 
expenses of hotel-keeping throughout the coun- 
try. The DeWitt House comprises four floors, 
measuring 75x80 feet, and contains one hun- 
dred and twenty-five guest-rooms as well as a 
finely-equipped billiard hall, barber shop, etc. 
All modern conveniences and comforts are fur- 
nished to patrons, and we must make special 
mention of the table, as the most luxurious 
accommodations will fail to give satisfaction 
unless the " inner man " is properly looked 
1 out for, and we can assure our readers that 
more than one so-called " Metropolitan " estab- 
i lishment, located in Boston or New York, 
[ would have to lower its colors to the DeWitt 
I in this respect. Employment is afforded to 
forty assistants, and the machinery incidental 
to the successful working of so elaborate an 
j enterprise runs with that smoothness so grate- 
ful to those disliking the bustle always found 
[ in less ably managed houses. The terms are 
reasonable, and special rates are made by the 
week or month. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



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Avon Mill, Quilts, Duck, Towels, etc., 
Lincoln Street, Lewiston. The old-fashioned 
quilt, made up of from hundreds to thousands of 
pieces and sometimes bearing designs which of 
themselves were enough to drive sleep from the 
pillow is rapidly becoming a thing of the past, 
and although the recent craze for patchwork 
resulted in many more monstrosities being put 
together, still this has already died out and the 
great factories are more than ever relied upon 
to supply the demand for quilts. The Avon 
Mill, located on Lincoln Street, in this city, 
produces an article in this line which meets 
with a large and ready sale as will be seen 
when we state that the annual output amounts 
to about one hundred and fifty thousand quilts, 
and this is all the more worthy of notice as the 
Mill only begun operations in 18S2, and hence 
has by no means reached the full limit of its de- 
velopment. Light and heavy Duck are also man- 
ufactured very extensively three hundred and 
fifty thousand yards being made yearly, and Plain 
and Fancy Towels to the amount of eighteen 
thousand per week are produced in great variety. 
The buildings utilized comprise a Mill measur- 
ing 50x100 feet, a Bleachery of the dimensions 
of24x.i0 feet, and a Dye-house 67x82 feet in 
size. Forty-four looms are in operation and a 
135 horse-power water-wheel is required to 
furnish motive power. The company carrying 
on this important enterprise was organized 
some six years ago with a capital of $100,000, 
and is made up of residents of Lewiston and 
vicinity. The President, Mr. C. I. Barker, the 
Secretary and Treasurer, Mr. F. H. Packard, and 
the Agent, Mr. A. D. Barker, are all natives of 
this city. The company's interests are in 
good hands, it will be seen, and its future is 
apparently assured. 



occupied measuring 35x20 feet, and one assist- 
ant employed, repairing of all kinds being 
promptly and neatly executed and the manu- 
facture of Nason's Patent Net Rings carried 
on. We advise sportsmen to give Mr. Little- 
field a call, for he knows their wants and seeks 
to gratify them in a satisfactory manner. Mr. 
Littlefield is agent for the New Mail & Ival 
Safety Bicycles. He also deals in all kinds of 
New "and Second Hand Bicycles, Buys, sells 
and exchanges. 



Jobii B. Littlefield, Gunsmith, and dealer 
in Sporting Goods, Fishing and Shooting Tackle, 
14 ikiain Street. Under the operation of the 
present game laws, Maine is coming more and 
more into prominence as a " sportsmen's par- 
adise," and we are convinced that if the wise 
restrictions now placed upon the killing and 
capture of game are only faithfully adhered to, 
and all infractions of them surely punished, 
this state of affairs will not only continue, but 
in the near future some of the noble sport of 
days gone by can be had again. It only needs 
the co-operation of the people to make this 
result sure, and it seems to us as if the material 
advantages consequent upon attracting many 
strangers to the State during every " open sea- 
son " must be apparent to all. Mr. John B. 
Littlefield, who succeeded Mr. C. F. Nason at 
No. 14 Main Street, is evidently determined to 
give such sportsmen from Boston and other 
large cities, as may give him a call, a favorable 
opinion of the goods supplied in Lewiston, for 
he carries a stock of Guns, Sporting Goods, 
Fishing Tackle, Bicycles, Etc., that would not 
disgrace a much more pretentious establish- 
ment, and what is moie, he quotes prices on 
this assortment that cause many a visitor to 
open his eyes and wonder why he bought his 
outfit before leaving home. Mr. Littlefield is a 
native of Waterville, Me., and succeeded Mr. 
Nason in 1887, the latter gentleman having 
founded the business in 1852. One floor is 



J. N. Wood, 64 Middle Street, Lewiston. 
Dealer in Coal and Wood. Mr. J. N. Wood is 
the veteran Coal and Wood dealer of Lewiston. 
He commenced business twenty-three years 
ago. The coal consumed in Lewiston then was 
nothing when compared with the consumption 
at the present day. The sales were then meager, 
very few of the people at that time dared to 
leave the old black log for the black diamond — 
only about seventy tons of coal was sold the 
first season and that only by persistent push. 
Mr. Wood continued the business alone for a 
short time then joined partnership with Mr. 
Isaac Golder. and the firm thus continued until 
the death of Mr. Golder in 1875 — during the 
eight years that Wood & Golder were in com- 
pany they did a very prosperous business. 
They did not confine their sales to Coal and 
Wood but handled Lumber of all kinds and had 
quite an extensive trade in Hay. The " Grass- 
hopper year", so called, was a lively one in the 
Hay market and Mr. Wood foresaw the inevi- 
table and purchased all the standing grass pos- 
sible. Hay that year sold in Lewiston at $40 
per ton, and Wood and Golder had none to 
much to meet the demand. Since the decease of 
Mr. Golder Mr. Wood has continued the Wood 
and Coal business but has had little to do with 
Lumber and Hay. It is surprising to note the 
difference in the amount of Coal consumed in 
Lewiston today as compared with twenty-three 
years ago. By strict integrity, courteous de- 
meanor and endeavoring by every possible 
means to meet the demands of his customers 
Mr. Wood has built up a business of gigantic 
proportions. Coal at the present writing is 
selling at .$7.50 per ton, which is only fifty cents 
per ton above Portland prices. The highest 
that Coal has been sold in the city during the 
time that Mr. Wood has been in business was 
§16 per ton for Anthracite and $40 for Bitumi- 
nous. The facilities for discharging and re- 
loading Coal from Mr. Wood's yard are almost 
marvelous. He has sheds so located that a car 
of Coal can be unloaded in five minutes. The 
Coal is deposited in pockets from which it can 
be reloaded for delivery at very small expense. 
Mr. Wood uses a motor, power being furnished 
from the city water works. He has a splitter 
manufactured by Hildreth Bros., of Harvard, 
Mass., and with one man at the saw and two 
men at the splitter ten cords of Wood can be 
manufactured for the stove per day. Mr. Wood 
usually prepares his wood while it is yet green, 
piles it under cover during the early spring 
months, and in the autumn he has seasoned 
wood for delivery which cannot fail to please 
the most fastidious. He buys nothing but first- 
class coal and is always ready to guarantee sales 
as pertains to quality and quantity. Mr. AVood 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



has one office in Auburn at the store of J. Ding- 
ley, on Main Street. In Lewiston he has an 
office at 179 Lisbon Street, and Wakefield Bros. 
Drug store. His yard and main office is at 64 
Middle Street, near the upper Maine Central 
Depot. These offices are all connected by tele- 
phone, and all orders are sure to receive prompt 
attention. A few years since Mr. Wood 
erected buildings for storage purposes at the 
Maine Central upper station where he has the 
best of facilities for the storage of Flour and 
General Merchandise. Mr. Wood has traveled 
extensively and is well known. He is a very 
genial, public spirited man, always openly ad- 
vocating enterprise for the public good, and as 
ready to denounce the shams of the present 
day. Be sure and call on him when in want of 
fuel of any kind and you will be so well treated 
that you will be more than willing to patronize 
him thereafter. 

People's Saving's Bank, Incorporated 

February 12, 1875. A '' People's Savings Bank" 
that is true to its name, is what the most en- 
lightened and prosperous community will wel- 
come and what the most improvident and care- 
less people cannot afford to be without. Many 
a man of middle age bitterly regrets that the 
saving habit he has been forced to form by the i 
pressure of circumstances was not inaugurated 
by him of free choice when youth and freedom 
from responsibility combined to make life 
pleasant, so that now as family cares increase 
and occasional aches and pains remind him that 
he is not the man he once was, he would not 
have to fear that the grim specter of abject 
poverty would seize upon his family if he 
should be stricken down for a month or even a 
year. Moralizing Is apt to be profitless work, 
and we are aware that it is especially so in these 
pages, but it is impossible for any thinking man 
to have the subject of Savings Banks brought 
before him without as a natural consequence 
being reminded of the bitter woe a proper use 
of these institutions might avert. No man 
worthy of the name wants to be dependent him- 
self and much less does he want to have his 
loved ones dependent upon sti-angers for sup- 
port and as long as present opportunities exist 
in this country, as long as healtii. strength and 
skill last no man should excuse himself fiom 
doing what even the "beasts that perish" have 
sense enough to do — provide in time of plenty 
for coming seasons of dearth and famine. No 
one can say " I know not whom to trust." The 
People's Savings Bank of this city has been in 
operation since 1875, it has time and lime again 
vindicated the confidence placed in it, and a 
dollar confided to its custody is much safer than 
it would be in its owner's pocket. "Money 
breeds money " is a homely but expressive say- 
ing and it lias one cardinal merit — it is strictly 
true. The first thousand dollars are always the 
hardest to save and no one need feel discouraged 
at the slowness with which this sum accumu- 
lates. Persevere and success is sure. The peo- 
ple now have deposits amounting to nearly $SUO,- 
000 in this bank and are adding to them every 
month. The surplus is nearly $ 25,000. The 
President Mr. C. I. Barker, and Treasurer Mr. 
E. C. Well man, are emphatically the right men 
in the right place, and with the Board of Trus- 
tees consisting of Messrs. C. I. Barker, A. B. 



Nealey, S. A. Cummings. John Carver, H.iW. 
Maxwell, W. M. Chamberlin, A. K. Savage and 

D. B. Sawyer, may be depended upon to run the 
People's Bank in the interests of its namesakes. 
The institution deserves hearty encouragement 
and we are glad to see that it is receiving it. 

Continental Mills, Manufacturers of 
Sheetings, etc., foot of Chestnut Street, Lewis- 
ton. As every well informed person knows, it 
is principally on account of the enterprise of 
her people as manifested in manufacturing op- 
erations that New England has been able to re- 
tain her prominent position among the other 
sections of the Union, for the advantages de- 
nied to her by the comparative sterility of the 
soil have had to be compensated for by vigor 
and confidence in developing the resources 
found in her swift-running streams and thus 
enabling mighty factories to be run by purely 
natural forces. One of the most extensive and 
most elaborately designed of these manufactur- 
ing plants is that utilized at the " Continental 
Mills, " located at the foot of Chestnut Street in 
Lewiston, and this enterprise is as well known 
as it is great in magnitude, for since its inaugu- 
ration in 1864 its productions have found their 
way to nearly every quarter of the globe, and 
have established for themselves a reputation 
for even merit and desirability that has resulted 
in an immense and constant demand for them. 
To supply this call 1500 looms and 70,000 
spindles are run and 1250 hands employed, 12 
large buildings occupied and water power 
equal to that of 1400 horses utilized. It goes 
without saying that the management of so col- 
lossal an industry calls for taleuts of a high 
order especially in these days of strict compe- 
tition, and it is also evident that the Conti- 
nental Mills must have been in good hands as 
otherwise they never could have attained their 
present position. The Treasurer is Mr. Geo. 

E. Towne of Boston, while Mr. R. C. Pennell is 
the Clerk and Paymaster, and Mr. E. S. Davis 
the Agent, the Directors being Messrs. Nathan 
Cushing, C. H. Wood, George E. Towne, L. 
Nichols, William J. Botch, Nathaniel Thayer 
and John N. Graham. The Auditors are Messrs, 
A. M. Newton and H. C. Little. 



H. B. Skinner & Co., Manufacturers of 
Bobbins, bpools and Skewers, also Dealer in 
Wood of all Kinds, Lewiston. Orders by Mail 
Promptly Attended to. Modern manufactur- 
ing enterprises are so dependent upon one 
another that prosperity and adversity are, as a 
general lule. experienced by ijractically alKof 
them at the same time and as a consequence 
"hard times" in one branch of industry are 
soon felt in others that at first thought would 
seem to have no conuectiou whatever with that 
originally affected. And, on the other hand, an 
important and prosperous line of manufacture 
like that devoted to the production of cotton 
and woolen goods, gives rise to numerous enter- 
prises of less magnitude in supplying its require- 
ments. For instance take the manufacture of 
Bobbins, these articles are of course indis- 
pensable to every mill engaged in the produc- 
tion of cotton or woolen goods and they are 
used in such enormous quantities that no small 
facilities will suffice those engaged in supply- 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEWISTON. 



75 



ing the same. Probably one of the best 
equipped bobbin factories in this State is that 
conducted by H. B. Skinner & Co., at Nos. 2 
and 4 Cross Canal, where two floors are occu- 
pied of the dimensions of 100x20 feet and all the 
necessary machinery is run by water-power. 
This enterprise was inaugurated over thirty 
years ago by a Mr. Drew, later by a Mr. Gilmer, 
twelve years ago by Messrs. L. E. Brown & Co., 
of which Mr. Skinner was the Co., and since 
passing into the possession of the present pro- 
prietors, H. B. Skinner and A. E. Madison, it 
has been greatly developed and extended. 
Bobbins, Spools and Skewers are very largely 
manufactured, employment being given to 
fifteen assistants and many wholesale dealers 
supplied. In addition to above three teams are 
used in their extensive Wood Business, this is 
sawed to order any length desired. Orders are 
promptly filled and the very lowest market 
rates prevail. 

Calvert & Waldron, Publishers of the 
Lewiston and Auburn Daily and Weekly Gazette, 
Book and Job Printing, Waldron's Block, Lower 
Main Street, Lewiston. Messrs. Calvert and 
Waldron certainly require no introduction to 
many of our readers, for as the publishers of 
the "Gazette" their names have become familiar 
to the 3500 subscribers of the Weekly, and the 
1800 subscribers of the Daily paper, and as it is 
estimated that there are on the average five 
readers to every copy issued it will be seen that 
about 26,000 at least must know of this well- 
established firm. But it is not so much the 
fact of their publishing the "Gazette" that we 
wish to call attention to as it is the superior fa- 
cilities they have at hand for the doing of job 
printing of every description, for their work in 
connection with the paper mentioned speaks 
for itself, while there are many non-subscribers 
who frequently have occasion for good printing 
at fair prices, and who would best serve their 
own interests by patronizing the " Gazette " 
printing establishment. The business conduct- 
ed by these gentlemen was inaugurated in 1872 
by the late Col. W. G. Waldron, well-known as one 
of the good old war-horses of New England 
journalism, and the present firm-name was 
adopted in 1880. Mr. Thomas E. Calvert was 
born in England, Mr. Chas. W. Waldron being 
a native of Auburn. The premises utilized 
cover two fioors of the dimensions of 60x50 feet, 
and three steam presses including a Campbell 
cylinder, enable the firm to fill all orders at the 
shortest possible notice. Employment is afford- 
ed to twelve assistants, and some of the best 
specimens of Book and Job Printing ever seen 
in this city are turned out here in the ordinary 
course of business. 




Hotel Rockingham, Lewiston, A. F. Irish 
Proprietor, R. C. Harmon Clerk. It is of course 
evident that no information can be of more in- 
terest to the majority of strangers visiting a 
community for pleasure or profit than that re- 
lating to the character of the hotels to be found 
there. What people want to know first of all is, 
where can I find a quiet home-like hotel, where 
guests are made to feel at home, and where 
comfort and convenience are carefully studied, 
at moderate expense and receive acceptable 
accommodations. The question is a natural 
one, and when asked in connection with Lew- 
iston, the answer is easy to give. The Hotel 
Rockingham is a new house, each room being 
connected with the office by electric bells and 
speaking tubes, lighted by gas throughout and 
heated by steam; being seven miles drive to 
Poland Springs, three miles to Lake Grove, 
Horse Cars running to the foot of the Lake 
thence by steamer across the Lake to the Lake 
Auburn Hotel, also one mile to Auburn Crystal 
Springs. It has become a favorite with the 
"knowing ones." Its proprietor A. F. Irish, and 
the clerk, Mr. R. C. Harmon, are well known 
throughout the community. The Hotel Rock- 
ingham contains spacious and convenient 
rooms, and employment is given only to effi- 
cient assistants, and guests are waited upon 
with courtesy and promptness. The table and 
service of this house are all that one could ask 
for. Free sample rooms. First-class in every re- 
spect. Newly furnished throughout, heated by 
steam, Billiard room. No pains will be spared 
to make guests comfortable at reasonable rates. 
Hack and Livery Stable connected with the 
hotel. The prices are very reasonable for first- 
class accommodations. We therefore advise 
all visitors to Lewiston undecided where to 
stop, to try the Hotel Rockingham, as the facil- 
ities at his command enable the proprietor to 
offer first class accomodations, and it is accord- 
ingly .only natural that this house should be 
largely patronized. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



-OF — 



AUBURN. 



OME cities are remarkable for the enterprise and progressiveness which char- 
acterizes their citizens; some for the natural commercial advantages which 
bring prosperity, and still others for a charming situation in the midst of many beau- 
tiful scenes of nature. Auburn is remarkable for all of these. The history of Auburn 
is of a quiet but suggestive type, marked by the features which have characterized 
the growth of the ^est towns and cities of New England. It was originally a part of 
a large section of the Pejepscot Purchase, which went under the name of Bakers- 
town and included present Auburn, Minot and Poland. The city as now composed 
has been a gradual assimilation of territory from other towns in the vicinity. Auburn 
village, the nucleus of all future growth, was first settled by Joseph Welch, in 1797. 
He erected a log hut near what is now Golf's Corner, and began to clear the ground. 
As other settlers came, they built around this clearing as a center. Mr. Doblmeyer 
put up the second house, which was a framed one, and he also built and ran a grist 
mill. The third settler in this vicinity was Solomon Wood. Near the present site of 
the Auburn depot, settlers had come a little earlier, among whom were Benj. True, 
Jabez, Levi and Daniel Merrill from Turner, and Jacob Stevens from New Gloaces- 
tor. In 1791, Elias Merrill, of New Gloucester, bought up a large section of land 
here and took a prominent part in its settlement and cultivation. 

One great feature of the early settlement of this region, was the bitter and pro- 
longed litigation over land titles. In 1736, the General Legislature of Massachusetts 
had granted a large section of land to some officers and soldiers who had engaged in 
an expedition to Canada in 1690. These grants conflicted with the Prejepscot claims 
which went further, and the only result of long fighting was that the settling of the 
town was delayed many years. After the town had begun these, old disputes would 
arise like the ghost about the battle-field and caused many a scare, though perhaps 
not much damage. The action of the Massachusetts legislature was here very much 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUBURN. 75 

at fault, as according to the best accounts they gave away, or sold, the same land 
three successive times. Undoubtedly, hud it not been for this chaotic state of titles, 
Auburn would have been settled earlier, as this was one of the loveliest, healthiest 
and most fertile spots on the whole course of the Androscoggin. Col. Moses 
Little was one of the most ])rominent and influential men in the early affairs of Au- 
burn, as he was of Lewiston. He was the agent of the settlers here, and owned 
much property himself, so he spent the most arduous endeavors in getting their rights 
and titles sustained, and induced many to settle, contributing a very marked share in 
the founding of the town. His two sons, Joseph and Edward, also did much to 
advance the town, tiie 1 itter in |)articnl;ir, residing here and taking great and active 
interest in all local affairs. He w;is most influential in the establishment of the First 
Congregational Church and also the Lewiston Falls Academy, in 1835, of which he 
was an incorporator, and which afterward in honor of numerous benefactions was 
named for him. 

From its late settlement, Auburn was not able to share in the honors or the toils 
of the Revolutionary War, audit w.vs not until the effects of the war had been largely 
overpassed that it begun to grow. Efside the Auburn village and depot settlement, 
there were two other village stations settled, which became a part of the latter town. 
One grew up about a mill erected by Jacob Muson, on the Little Androscoggin, in 
1786. By 1789 there were seven families here, namely, the Small, Moody, Starbird, 
Bailey, Emerson, Coombs and Libby families. There were also four or five families 
settled at Young's Corner, on Wilson's Pond, now Lake Auburn. All these scattered 
settlements were gathered up into the town which was incorporated under the name 
of Poland, in 1798. In the following year the settlement began to show signs of 
rapid advance. Lots were surveyed and opened by Philip BuUen and Mr. Ballard. 
The town grew quite markedly up to the beginning of the nineteenth century. 

In 1802, a part of the town which was rapidly progressing was set apart and in- 
corporated under the name of Minot. This included all of primitive Auburn which 
was set apart when it was incorporate*! as a town. Among other very early settlers 
in this neighborhood, were James Perkins, Asaph Howard, John C. Crafts, Azee 
Kingsley. These, together with the families of James Parker, John Downing, Benj. 
Noyes, J. Nason, Mr. Bray and Mr. Verrill, built up a considerable settlement to the 
west of Wilson's Pond, which grew into the township of West Auburn. James Per- 
kins, being a blacksmith and gunsmith, naturally look a prominent part in the affairs 
of this vicinity, as the services of such skilled mechanics were then very highly valued 
in all the pioneer settlements. 

North Auburn, at the head of Lake Auburn, which has since gained a wide rep- 
utation as a summer resort, was first settled by Simson Caswell, in 1787, who came from 
Plymouth County, Mass. He built a mill, which greatly advanced the growth of the 
village now known as North Auburn. East Auburn, at the outlet of Wilson's Pond, 
about three miles from the falls, was first settled in 1797, by William Briggs, with a 
large family. Soon after, Benj. Pettengill, Joshua Taylor and Philip Peaslee, settled 
near by, and a mill erected by the first named, soon caused a considerably village 
to grow up in this part of the town. 



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One remarkable feature of the enrly history of Auburn, was the witch stories. 
These were rarer in Maine than in Massachusetts or Mew Hampshire. The wife of 
Johnny Merrill was supposeil to be afflicted with this epidemic disease, but its effects 
do not seem to have been of a rare or peculiar order. Whenever Johnny did not do 
as Mrs. Merrill desired, trouble would ensue in the family log-cabin. A yoke of oxen 
which he sold to a neighbor once on a time, were fouii<l the next morning in that 
neighbor's barn dead on their backs. This, according to popuhir superstition, was 
Aunt Molly's work, feminine witches being supposed to care nothing for the strength 
of an ox when they had any purpose to fulfill. Another neighbor, Samuel Knox, 
borrowed a wagon of Johnny to drag home sotne grain in, but when he came to load 
it the trouble began. As fast as he juit it in on one side it went out the other. Nat- 
urally, not understanding the law of gravity, he attributed it to Aunt Molly. These 
and other stories about Aunt Molly and other feminine disciples of Hecate went the 
rounds; but popular superstition did not go so far as in Mass;ichusetts or the old 
counties, and happily no s.mguinary results followed. 

The early years of the nineteenth century w ere spent very quietly in the clearing 
of the ground and preparing for the farm, lands which have since been successfully 
develoj)ed. There were now no longer any French or Indi;nis to trouble, so the good 
work went steadily on. At the time of the war of 1812 the town was yet too young 
to take any active pait, but it shared in the privations and depressions which followed 
that financial mistake. An important domestic event occni red when Jacob Read 



opened the first 

near Goff's Cor. 

trader here, and 

tion stone of the 

business which 

in Auburn. The 

and traders kept 

creasing, until at 

great fire of 1855 

business houses 

lished about 

Prominent in the 

history of Aub'rn 

who was an able merch 

the term, and whose fi 

he has left endurins: testim 




store here in 1822 
He was the first 
laid the founda- 
wide commercial 
has since cent'red 
number of stores 
constantly in- 
the time of the 
there were 25 
already estab- 
Goff's Corner. 
eaily commercial 
was James Goff, 
highest sense of 
memory, of which 
cherished in this 



city of his adoption. The first hotel was opened here in 1822, by Jacob Reed, and 
long served as a way-inn on the stage route, one of the great features of life in this 
region before the establishment of the railroad. 

In 1&42, Auburn's separate career was begun, as it was then incorporated as a 
town, after long waiting and delays. The blessings of a magnificent situation and 
untiring energy now began to be most marked. In 1848, the opening of a railroad 
to Portland created a new financial epoch, and created a demand for the fine manu- 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUBURN. 



m 



facturing facilities here enjoyed. Business continued steadily to expand and dur- 
ing the next decade assumed considerable proportions. The great fire of 1855 de- 
stroyed twenty-five or more buildings around Gofi^'s corner, but as was experienced 
in other places, the people rose to the occasion and erected finer structures in every 
way than those that were burned. Though the loss could not immediately be recov- 
ered from, yet the great enterprise shown continued the advance of the town at a 
rapid i^ace. The following years, 1856-57, witnessed the erection here of the County 
Buildino-s, Court House and Jail at a cost of over 1100,000. This fact reveals the 




COUNTY COURT BDUSE AND JAIL, 
position which Auburn had already taken in the county. In 1859 a part of the town 
of Danville was annexed to Auburn to meet the exigencies of the demand for land. 

The civil war aroused all the energies, active and latent, in the town of Auburn. 
A most enthusinstic support was given to all measures in support of the government. 
Four hundred and twenty men were enlisted here, of which number only fifteen were 
drafted. Only once was a draft needed, and then only for a few hours. There were 
also seven Auburn volunteers in the navy. Thirteen men were killed in battle, and a 
very much larger number were lost by sickness or capture. The town paid large 
sums to the advance of the cause, $62,365 in bounties, and several thousand dollars 
for the support of soldiers and in private charities. 

Among the talented and able oflScers who went from Auburn were Josepli S. 
Fillebrown who enlisted in and was made adjutant of the 1st regirtient and 



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EISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUBURN. 



was afterward lieut,-col. of the 10th ; Chas. S. Emerson, a captain in the 1st, and 
afterward a lieut.-col. in the 29th ; Lieut. Phineas Dill ; H. L. K. Wiggins, surgeon j 
Jas, C. Felsom, 1st lieut. in 1st reg't ; E. T, Luce, lieut.-col. in 23d, A. C. Pray, cap- 
tain in 23d ; Jos. Dingley, adj't of the 8th ; Lieut. W. H. Chamberlain of the U. S. 
regulars; Lieut. Benj. M. Bradbury of the 10th ; Granville Blake, captain in the 29th; 
Capt. Jos. Little of the 3d New Hampshire; Chas. B. Rounds, captain in 31st, and 
Rev. A. C. Adams, chaplain. This long and most honoi-able list of commissioned oflS- 
cers from Auburn, many of whom rose from the ranks, was complemented by the re- 
markable bravery and esprit shown by the uncommissioned soldiers, both of which 
render Auburn's soldiers' memories such as it may well be proud of, and has carefully 
preserved and commemorated. 




The building of a bridge between Anbiirn and Lewiston, in 1823, Avas very bene- 
ficial to bcth, and opened up a great many advantages which contributed to its 
progress. The erection of the academy building, in 1835, was another evidence of 
the growth in size and refinement of the town. Mr. Edward Little gave nine acres, 
and considerable money to the academy, which was named soon after, '-'The Edward 
Little Institute." 

At the close of the war Auburn continued its advance in all lines, and in 1868 had 
arrived at the dignity of a city charter, which was granted by the legislature. The 
people, however, seemed loth to give up their accustomed form of town government, 
and did not decide to accept this charter till the following year. Thomas Littlefield 
was chosen the first mayor in 1869. A police court was established the same year of 
which Nathaniel Finch was chosen judge. The city now contained all of the town 
of Danville, the remainder of which was annexed in 1867. 

Since its incorporation as a city, Auburn has made marked advances in industriah 
commercial and social lines, and has developed into a powerful and well-organized 
city. Its business interests have not been beyond the depressions which at times have 
swept over the country, but in the main have gone steadily forward. At the present 
time Auburn ranks in this respect among the first few cities of the state, and this is 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUBURN. 79 

due, both to the great natural advantages, and the enterprising genius of her business 
men. Among the chief manufacturing and commercial enterprises now conducted 
are shoes, for which she has a national reputation, cotton and woolen goods, grain and 
produce, carriages, iron goods, brick and furniture. 

The valuation of Auburn for 1887-88, was for real estate, $3,734,130; for personal 
property, $816,950 ; total valuation, $4,550,080. The total debt of the city is only 
$227,500, and is being steadily reduced. The tax rate is low, and advantages of sit- 
uation for manufacturing, outside of the great water power of the river, are unusually 
excellent. The city officers for 1887-88 were Hon. A. VV, Penley, mayor ; John N. 
Foster, president of the board of aldermen; J. W. Mitchell, city clerk; N. M. Neal, 
president common council ; D. W. Verrill, treasurer ; Frank F. Goss, school commis- 
sioner; Thomas Liltlefield, collector; and Geo, C. Wing, solicitor. 

The modern city of Auburn is one of the most delightful for a summer sojourn. 
It contains about tifty square miles of beautiful residences, farm and woodland, inter- 
spersed with lovely lakes and charming rivers. It is on the west side of the great 
Androscoggin river with its tremendous water-power force, almost unlimited in its 
possibility of development. The Little Androscoggin river also runs through, afford- 
ing several thousand horse power and good fishing and boating. Lake Auburn, the 
jargest in the vicinity, containing eight or ten square miles, is a very popular summer 
resort. Two first-class hotels have been erected near the lake, and the outing privi- 
leges are widely famed and highly enjoyed. Poland_^prings and Lake Maranocook 
are other noted resorts in the vicinity, easily and shortly reached. The drives through 
the city and country are exceedingly beautiful. The country is diversified with nu- 
merous romantic and delightful regions. It is an ideal summer home for a visitor de- 
siring a quiet, satisfactory and recuperating enjoyment. After having known the 
charm of the region it lingers in the memory as an abiding pleasure. 

The social, educational, and religious life of Auburn, is of a high tone, and admir- 
ably sustained. Ever since the early days of the town, the most careful and generous 
attention has been given to education, with the result that its twenty-four schools are 
maintained at the highest standard, and its beautiful high school, formerly the Ed- 
ward Little Institute, is one of the most widely famed in the state. Its graduates 
enter Bowdoin and other colleges, where they rank among the first scholars. There 
are churches of the Baptist, Free Baptist, Congregational, Methodist and Universal 
list denominations here, and the religious activity in philanthropic work and in pre, 
serving the moral life of the city are very wide and effective. Though Auburn is not 
one of the oldest cities in the state, it has now reached a position where, ior its good 
government and internal well-being, it is looked up to throughout Maine and well-de- 
serves all the honor which has attended the efforts to beautify and uplift it of its good 
citizens in the present and the past. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



A.UBUIIN, ME. 








Jolm F. Cobb & Co., Manufacturers and 
Wholesale Dealers in Boots and Shoes, 95-97 
Main Street, Auburn, Boston office No. 301 Dev- 
onshire Street. Although there are some peo- 
ple, even at the present day, who affect to 
lament the decay of handicrafts and who sigh 
for a return to the "good old days" of hand 
labor and patient drudging, they are happily in 
a very small minority, and indeed it is not to be 
wondered at that they are, as such reasoning as 
theirs, legitimately and consistently carried out 
would result in the steamboat being abandon- 
ed t.tr the row-boat on the ground that an oars- 
man must have skill while a steamboat passen- 
ger need have none. The trifling fact that if 
this were done there would be but very few 



travelers, does not seem to be worthy of their 
consideration any more than is the fact that 
the entire substitution of hand for machine 
labor in the shoe industry for instance would 
result in whole communities going barefoot- 
Machinery has undeniably worked wondrous 
changes in the manufactui-e of shoes, and a fine 
example of the perfection to which it has been 
carried may be seen in the establishment con- 
ducted by Messrs. John F. Cobb & Co., at Nos. 
9.5 and 97 Main Street, in this city. Five floors 
are occupied of the dimensions of 42x70 feet, 
and three floors in addition 37x80 feet, making 
22,500 feet of floor room, and a twenty horse- 
power is required to drive the ingenious and 
highly efficacious machinery in use, employ- 
ment being given to one hundred and fifty 
hands, The enterprise now conducted by the 
firm mentioned was inaugurated more than forty 
years ago by Messrs. Harris and Cobb, who 
were succeeded by Cobb & Mills, then by Cobb, 
Robinson & Co., and they in turn by Mr. J. F. 
Cobb, who continued alone until 1869, when the 
existing co-partnership was formed by the ad- 
mission of Messrs. John Pickard and in 1883, 
Chas. E. Cobb. The senior partner is a native of 
Sumner, Maine, and has long ranked as one of 
our representative citizens having been a mem- 
ber of the Board of Aldermen as well as hold- 
ing other positions of trust and responsibility 
such as President of the Mechanics Savings 
Bank, Director and Vice-president of Shoe and 
Leather National Bank etc. Mr. John Pickard 
is a native of Lewiston, and Mr. Chas. E. Cobb 
of this city, and the firm is very extensively 
known among the shoe trade, etc., throughout 
the country, doing business in nearly every 
State in the Union from Maine to California. 
The firm carries on a Boston office at No. 301 
Devonshire Street, and makes a specialty of the 
production of mens' fine and medium grade of 
boots and shoes, handling the same at whole- 
sale and doing a large and growing business. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



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C. T. Ne veils. Manufacturer nnd Dealer in 
Carriages and Sleisjhs, Wheels for Sale. Repair- 
ing of all Kinrls, Junction of Turner and Pleas- 
ant Streets, Auburn. A carriage is one of those 
articles that look comparatively simple and easy 
to make when all done, but wiiich really requires 
a high degree of skill and experience to manu- 
facture successfully. A finished carriage is the 
result of the combined work of .several trades, 
for the wood-work cannot be done by he who 
makes the iron-work, vrhile the painting and 
varnishing are attended to by men who prob- 
ably know nothing about "trimming" as the 
upholstery work on a carriage is called. There- 
fore as we have said, a well-made carriage is a 
production involving much skill and thought, 
and to produce such vehicles riglit along in the 
ordinary course of business is what few raakei's 
have gained so high a reputation for as has Mr. 
C. T. Nevens who carries on operations at the 
junction of Turner and Pleasant Streets. He is 
a native of Lewiston and founded his present 
undertaking in 1.S70 and some time since his 
productions were accepted as the standard of 
what such articles should be, a standard which 
he has rigidly adhered to. The manufacturing 
facilities are very extensive, there being seven 
floors utilized, measuring 60x45 feet and equipped 
with improved machinery, etc., including an 
elevator of sufficient capacity to convey the 
largest vehicle to the upper floors. Employ- 
ment is given to twenty assistants and a very 
large wholesale and retail business is done, order 
work being made a specialty and turned out at 
short notice and at the lowest market prices 
for first-class articles. Farm wagons and carts 
are also made together with wheel-barrows, and 
these goods will be found as strong and durable 
as the carriages made are easy and elegant. 
Wheels are sold at low rates and repairing of 



all kinds is done in a thorough and workman- 
like fashion that is bound to suit. Mr. Nevens 
carries a very extensive assortment of the lead- 
ing makes and styles of carriages other than 
his own and no one wanting either carriage or 
wagon can aftord to omit paying him an early 
visit. 



Auburn Savines Bank, James Dingley, 
President, George fl. Brown, Treasurer. In 
these days of education and culture there is a 
rule for everything, and whether a man wishes 
to win distinction in mercantile or professional 
pursuits, he is expected and advised to proceed 
aocoiding to certain arbitral y loimulas laid 
down by tho.se who consider themselves quali- 
fied to assume authority regarding such sub- 
jects. But to our mind there has as yet been 
no decided improvement made in the good old- 
fashioned receipt for getting on in the world, 
which was simply this: "Spend less than you 
earn." There is irthing very hard to under- 
stand about this advice nothing, in fact, beyond 
the compiehension of the merest child, but 
still it is the master key by which all may open 
the door of prosperity and pass in, secure 
against the hardships and privations of those 
without. Don't be discouraged if your earn- 
ings are small, save money. Save a dollar a 
day if you are in a position to do so; save a 
cent a day if you can possibly do no better. 
The iireat thing is to attain the habit of saving, 
for with this five hundred dollars a year will 
offer opportunity to provide for the future, and 
without it a man earning ten times that sum is 
apt to die in a poor-house. Smile at these 
words if you will, but when you are thi'ough 
smiling look about you. Consult your own 
experience, and then if you consider them fool- 
ish and ill-advised treat them with whatever 
contempt you please. Don't hoard money up 
and keep it in the house, or bury it in the 
ground, but put it in the bank where it will 
work for you night and day and add to itself. 
What bank, you ask? Well, put it in the Au- 
burn Savings Bank. You can do no better. It 
will be safe there. A liberal interest will be 
allowed on it, and you will find the officers of 
the institution ready to afford you any informa- 
tion you may wish for. Just a score of years 
ago this bank was founded, and the dejjosits 
now amount to over $700,000. A Reserve Fund 
and Undivided Profits, amounting to $24,000, 
show how the enterprise has been managed in 
the past, and we wish it still greater success in 
the future, for it has accomplished a grand 
work in the community and deserves the earn- 
est, cordial support of every resident of this 
city. The President is Mr. James Dingley, the 
Vice-president, Mr. George S. Woodman, and 
the Treasurer is Mr. George H. Brown, — three 
names, of themselves enough to guarantee the 
high standing of the institution. The Trustees 
are Messrs. James Dingley, Geo. S. Woodman, 
Richard Dresser, Frank Bartlett, D. W. Verrill, 
Daniel Lara, John A. Morrill, A. M. Peables 
and Daniel Holland. In conclusion, let us say 
that as an undertaking of this kind is in a 
great degree a co-operative enterprise, it can 
offer greater advantages to many than to few, 
and hence the more it is patronized the better 
it is for depositors. 



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Stevens & Goss, Dealers in Groceries and 
Provisions. Flour a specialty, next to Goff Block, 
Main Street, near Court Street, Auburn. A re- 
liable grocery store is one of the indispensable 
requisites of every community, since health, 
and perhaps life to some extent are largely de- 
pendant upon the vigilance and probity of the 
dealers supplying food for domestic purposes. 
In general esteem of consumers and dealers in 
Auburn, the house of Messrs. Stevens & Goss 
fully meets the requirements of the public in 
every regard. The business was established by 
this firm in 1886, and from the beginning has 
been conducted on a basis of the strictest integ- 
rity and fair dealing. The establishment is lo- 
cated at 94 Main Street, Phoenix Block. The 
premises comprise a store covering an area of 
50x80 feet, and is veell stocked with Staple and 
Fancy Groceries and Provisions of all kinds, a 
specialty being made of Flour and the most 
positive guarantee of excellence of merchan- 
dise is always given. The above-named goods 
are supplied by this firm at retail, at a fair 

f>rice for the quality of goods, and prompt de- 
ivery is made free of charge to any part of the 
city. The individual members of the firm are 
Messrs. J. M. Stevens and H. A. Goss. both na- 
tives of this State, Mr. Stevens being born in 
Auburn, and Mr. Goss in South Paris, both en- 
joying in a full measure the confidence of the 
people of this city. Mr. Goss is a member of 
the Odd Fellows and Red Men, and Mr. Stevens 
of Masons, Odd Fellows and Red Men. 



J. F. Atwood, Dealer in Boots, Shoes, 
Hats, Caps and Gents' Furnisliings, 33 f'ourt 
Street, Opposite Post Office, Corner of Main, 
Auburn. A careful review of the interests of 
Auburn develops the existence of a class of 
houses in every respect prepared to compete in 
the several lines they represent, with the rival 
establishments of any city. Their magnitude, 
ample resources, high commercial standing, and 
remarkable enterprise, are matters of which 
Auburn, has evei-y reason to be proud. It is 
our mission to show to the outside world what 
this city produces, what it has to sell, the 
advantages possessed by it over many others, 
and the attractions it offers to capital for pev- 
manent investments, and to the trade as a pur- 
chasing center. In the especial branch of the 
retail shoe business, the house of Mr. J. F. 
Atwood must be awarded by the casual observer 
a foremost position. This establishment was 
founded by its present management in 1870, and 
from the first has ever maintained its present 
prosperous condition. Premises are utilized in 
Elm Block, opposite Post Office, comprising a 
store 80x22 feet in dimensions, and may be 
justly said to be one of the best appointed 
stores in this city. The energies of this house 
are devoted to the retail trade in B(Jots, Shoes. 
Hats, Caps, and Gen(s' Furnishings of which 
is carried the finest and most complete stock to 
be found in this section. Mr. Atwood is a 
native of Cape Cod, Mass., and too well known 
to this community and the trade to require 
from us any personalities, suffice it for us to 
say that his long experience in the business has 
given him a keen knowledge of what is demand- 
ed in the trade, and he is able to offer induce- 
ments to patrons, seldom if ever excelled. 



O. A. Atkins, Dry and Fancy Goods, Dress- 
making, etc., 23 Third Street, Barker Mill Dis- 
trict, Auburn. Eligibly located in the Barker 
Mill District Auburn. Me., is the Dry and Fancy 
Goods establishment of Mi.ss O. A. Atkins. Its 
prosperous career extends over a period of 
eleven years, and the fine assortment of goods 
constantly in stock, at most reasonable prices 
has done much toward establishing the en- 
viable reputation it now holds. The original 
founders of this business were Dunn and Atkins 
who started in 1877, and in 1879. O. A. Atkins, 
assumed full management <»f the business. The 
premises occupied cover an area of 23x18 feet 
located at No. 23 Third Street. The store is 
fitted up with every facility for the prosecution 
(if the retail trade, a specialty being made of 
Dressmaking, and the stock dealt in includes a 
varied assortment of Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Notions, etc., in great abundance which are 
offered at prices as low as they can be bought 
for elsewhere. Knowing as we do the reputa- 
tion this house has gained, we can but feel that 
any further remarks at our hands would be 
superfluous. 



H. Wesley Hutchins, Manufacturer of 
Patented Scale-Board Boxes, Auburn. Although 
inventions relating to any well-established 
manufacturing process are, as a general thing 
very difficult to introduce and firmly place in 
the market, still when an invention is perfected 
which is such a palpable improvement on any- 
thing that has preceded it that no proper com- 
parison can be made, it only needs proper 
handling to make its way against whatever 
organized competition may be brought against 
it. Here we have the secret of the very excep- 
tional degree of success attained by the Scale- 
Board Boxes of Mr. H Wesley Hutchins, for 
these articles are manufactured under patents 
issued to, and controlled by. that gentleman, 
whose productions are now sold throughout the 
country, as they are conceded by competent 
judges to be unrivalled for the purposes for 
which they are designed. The inception of 
this enterprise occurred in 1876, under the man- 
agement of Messrs. Hutchins, Noyes & Co., and 
it has been carried on since by the New Eng- 
land Scale-Board Box Co. and the Boston Box 
Co., coming under Mr. Hutchin's sole control in 
1880. He is the Inventor and Tatentee of the 
Scale-Board Box, Box Machine, and Process of 
Manufacture, and the demand for the goods 
may be judged from the fact that the annual 
production amounts to about one million and a 
half boxes, six floors of the dimension of 130x 
.50 feet being occupied, and fifty hands employed 
to accomplish this result, and water power foot- 
ing up to one hundred horse being utilized to 
run the highly ingenious machinery in use. 
This factory has only been occupied since Feb- 
ruary, 1887, and is arranged in the most im- 
proved modern style. Mr. Hutchins is a native 
of Minot, and is one of the best-known inven- 
tors and manufacturers in the country. He is 
a Mason of the highest degree, and is also 
prominently connected with the Odd Fellows. 
Few of our successful business men have so 
thoroughly deserved the appreciation of the 
public, and those most familiar with the obsta- 
cles Mr. Hutchins has overcome hold him the 
highest in their esteem. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBUIiN. 



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Georgre B. AttTVOod, Dealer in Boots. 
Shoes and Rubbers, No. 44 Court Street, Oppo- 
site Elm House, Auburn. There are certain 
houses in every city that enjoy an undisputed 
superiority in their several lines of trade, and 
this is as true of those in Auburn as in any 
other place. In the matter of fine shoes at 
retail this position is undoubtedly held by the 
establishment of Mr. George B. Attwood located 
at No. 44 Court Street opposite Elm House. Mr. 
Attwood learned the trade of bottoming shoes 
in 1857, and continued to work for Cushman & 
Merrill, then carrying on a business at West 
Minot until they dissolved partnership; he then 
worked for Ara Cushman until he moved to 
Auburn, after which he worked for Joseph 
Merrill until he moved to Mechanic Falls in the 
spring of 1865. After Mr. Merrill moved he 
opened a retail Boot and Shoe Store, running a 
custom and repair shop in connection at West 
Minot, and so continued until 1881, when he 
located at his present quarters, 44 Court Street, 
Auburn, and the result of his long engagement 
in the shoe trade, and the unusual ability and 
enterprise which he has shown in the manage- 
ment of his business is seen in the very large 
and increasing trade he now enjoys. A fine 
store, 45x25 leet in dimensions, is occupied and 
employment is given to experienced and able 
assi.stants. The entire establishment consti- 
tutes what is generally regarded as a fine ap- 
pearing and first class retail Boot and Shoe 
Stoie, and it is certainly a credit alike to its 
proprietor and the community in which it is 
located. The very complete stock on hand 
contains articles to suit every vai'iety and gra- 
dation of taste, and although none but reliable 
goods are handled, there is a sufficient number 
of grades carried to permit all purses to be 
suited, and the general average of prices will be 
found very reasonable. Mr. Attwood has been 
Selectman of Minot and was City Treasurer of 
Auburn in 1886. 



John Ding-ley & Co., Dealers in Groce- 
ries, Crockery, Oil-cloth, Lime and Cement, 
Phoenix Block, 86 Main Street, Auburn. A bu- 
siness enterprise which has been carried on for 
over thirty years in this city and which has 
from its inception been conducted in a manner 
both honorable and progressive can hardly fail 
to be a popular one, and such is the case with 
that we have now under mention, for the house 
of John Dingley & Co., is as highly respected 
as it is well known, and its patronage is not 
only very extensive but is continually increas- 
ing. The undertaking was inaugurated by 
Messrs. J. Dingley jr. & Co., this taking place 
as we have said over thirty years ago. The 
original firm was succeeded by Messrs. Dingley 
& Brewster, and this in turn by the present 
concern in 1886. Mr. John Dingley was born in 
Dunham, Me., and is connected with the Free 
Masons. He has, as a matter of course, a most 
thorough and perfect acquaintance with the 
many details incidental to the carrying on of 
such a business as his, and is consequently in a 
position to offer the public some very decided 
advantages at times when the market affords 
opportunity for foresight and resolution to as- 
sert themselves. The premises occupied are i 



located at No. 86 Main Street, Phce lix Block, 
and comprise two fioors measurinii :>5x55 feet, 
together with a storehouse of the dimensions 
of 80x40 feet. A very heavy stock is carried 
and an idea of its vaiiety may be irained from 
the fact that it includes (Groceries, Crockery, 
Oil-cloth, Lime and Cement. 




C. J. Litchflelcl & Co., Carriage Manu- 
facturers, Custom Work a specialty, Carriage, 
Sign and Ornamental Painting. Repairing of 
all kinds, Corner Turner and Pleasant Streets. 
The comfort of both horse and driver is depend- 
ent in a very c<msiderable degree on the vehicles 
used and the importance of having a carriage 
made as light as is consistent with safety, and 
as easy riding as possible, can scarcely be over- 
rated. Comparatively few people realize that 
the durability of a vehicle (other things being 
equal, is principally dependent on its springs, 
yet such is the fact, for experience and carefnlly 
conducted experiments, have shown that the 
sudden and violent shocks, a carriage or wagon 
receives when unprovided with springs, or 
equipped with those of inferior construction or 
design will destroy it much quicker than when 
properly made springs are used. The firm of 
C. J. Litchfield & Co., of this town have built 
up a large patronage, and high reputation, by 
the skill they have shown in turning out car- 
riages, which are both durable and elegant in 
appearance, and a by no means unimportant 
factor in their success has been the fair and 
reasonable prices they have put on their pro- 
ductions which consist chiefly of Light Car- 
riages, although they do manufacture some 
heavy waaons. • This now extensive manufac- 
turing and retail business was founded in 1885 
by Mr. C. J. Litchfield, and in 1886 the firm- 
name became C. J. Litchfield it Co. The prem- 
ises occupied are located at the corner of Tur- 
ner and Pleasant Streets and comprises four 
floors and a basement, each covering an area of 
75x50 feet, where is conducted the can-iage 
manufacturing business in all its branches. 
Employment is furnished to seven skilled and 
thoroughly experienced workmen, and a special- 
ty is made of Custom Work and repairing of all 
kinds, also Carriage, Sign, and Ornamental 
Painting, is executed in the most satisfactory 
manner. The individual proprietors of this 
prosperous establishment are Mr. C. J. Litch- 
field and Mr. S. A. JNIiller, all thoroughly prac- 
tical business men in a position to fully guar- 
antee their productions. A full line of new 
sleighs is carried. Carriages of all kinds re- 
ceive the same careful attention, and are sup- 
plied at the lowest market rates. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



W^illiani A. Robinson, Druggist and 
Apothecary. Dealer in Trusses, Paints, Oils, 
Varnish, Paper Hangings, etc.. Auburn. As 
the sick and the well, those who wish to avoid 
illness and those who wish to gain health, all 
patronize the establishment conducted by Mr. 
William A. Robinson in this city, it follows as a 
matter of course that he does a very large busi- 
ness, and also that as he is thus enabled to buy 
goods in large quantities and thus obtain them 
at the very lowest manufacturers' and whole- 
salers' rates, putting him in a position to offer 
special inducements to his customers both as 
regards the freshness of his stock and the low 
prices quoted on the articles constituting it. 
The enterprise we have under consideration 
was inaugurated in 1867 under the firm name of 
Kobinson & Beedy, and came under the sole 
control of itspresent efficient manager and pro- 
prietor in 1884. Mr. Robinson was born at 
Vineyard Haven, Mass., but has been complete- 
ly identified with the best interests of this com- 
munity for many years. The premises occupied 
by him are of the dimensions of 70x30 feet, and 
employment is given to three highly competent 
and courteous assistants, such goods as Trusses, 
Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Paper Hangings, etc., 
being handled, as well as Drugs, Medicines and 
Chemicals of all descriptions. A specialty is 
made of the careful and accurate compounding 
of physicians' prescriptions and the facilities 
at hand to insure success and guard against 
error in this line are so complete and ingenious- 
ly devised as to make mistakes practically im- 
possible. Mr. Robinson is also very favorably 
known in connection with certain Toilet prep- 
arations and home remedies which have proved 
themseves to be all that is claimed for them. 
Among them may be mentioned Robinson's 
Tonic Dressing for the hair, Bayleaf Lotion for 
the complexion, Shampoo "ronic for Dandruff, 
Robinson's Garget Remedy and Grandmother's 
Thoroughwort Syrup for coughs and colds. 



C. H. Briggrs, Truckman and Dealer in 
Hard and Soft Wood, Pressed Hay and Straw, 
Shavings in large or small quantities, Junction 
Pleasant and Turner Streets, Auburn. Every- 
body nowadays, at some time or the other, wants 
to secure the services of an expressman or 
teamster, and as a great deal of anxiety and an- 
noyance may be saved by knowing where a per- 
fectly reliable man may be found who is en- 
gaged in this business we need present no 
excuse for bringing to the notice of our readers 
so trustworthy an establishment as that con- 
ducted by Mr C. H. Briggs, located at the junc- 
tion of Pleasant and Turner Streets, Auburn. 
The inception of this enterprise was in 1886, by 
its present able proprietor. A large and in- 
creasing patronage is enjoyed, the very best of 
accommodations being furnished, and all orders 
executed with a combination of speed and fidel- 
ity that would be hard to match elsewhere. Mr. 
Briggs was born in Turner, Maine, and is con- 
nected with the Free Masons and Odd Fellows. 
He employs six horses and seven large wagons, 
and two light wagons in his work, and five as- 
sistants are required to handle the volume of 
business transacted. Trucking for manufac- 
tories and teaming of all kinds will be done 



promptly and satisfactorily, and all directions 
carefully followed. In addition to the Trucking 
business Mr. Briggs deals very extensively in 
Hard and Soft" Wood, Pressed Hay and Straw, 
also Shavings in large or small quantities. The 
premises occupied for the accommodation of 
the merchandise dealt in consists of three 
stories, each .55x25 feet in dimensions. We 
commend the enterprise of Mr. Briggs to our 
readers as one that occupies a prominence in 
the business community of Auburn. 



H. R. Smith & Son, Dealers in Coal, Wood 
and Hay, 212 Court Street, next to M. C. R. R., 
Auburn. Although it certainly seemed at times 
during the past half year or so as if Coal was to 
become a luxury very desirable no doubt, but 
quite out of the reach of ordinary people, this 




danger has happily been averted, and the ques- 
tion of fuel has returned to its proper position 
in the domestic economy. There is at all events 
a consolation in knowing that the supply at 
the mines is in no danger of exhaustion for gen- 
erations to come, and if we can only induce 
those gentlemen who have devoted themselves 
to the handling of it to send along a proper 
quantity, there need be no alarm experienced 
regarding the possibility of keeping warm, and 
no experiments made in the line of accustom- 
ing ourselves to eat our food raw. But in all 
seriousness, no such mistake should be made 
as to ascribe the high prices that may be quoted 
on coal to the greed of local dealers, as these 
gentlemen would only be too willing to sell it 
at one-half the present rates even if they saw a 
fair and reasonable profit for themselves in do- 
ing so. Of course we speak of the standard 
and reputable concerns and one of the very best 
known of these is that carried on by Messrs. H. 
R. Smith & Son on Court Street, next to the M. 
C. R. R. This enterprise was inaugurated in 
about 1872, and in 1883 it came into the prosses- 
sion of Mr. Chas. E. Smith, who in 1884 was 
succeeded by the present firm which is made 
up of Messrs. H. R. and S. B. Smith, the former 
is a native of Hallowelland the latter of this city. 
As Mr. H. R. Smith has acted as Mayor of 
Auburn as well as Representative to the Legis- 
lature, he is very widely known thi-oughout 
this section and we may add, is as highly es- 
teemed as he is well known. His son is also a 
prominent business man and the magnitude of 
the transactions carried on by the firm is indi- 
cated by the capacity of the storage facilities 
which is equal to the accommodation of 4000 
tons of coal, and over 6000 are sold in the course 
of the year. Both a wholesale and retail busi- 
ness is done in Wood and Hay as well as in Coal, 
and employment is given to eight assistants, 
all orders being promptly filled at the lowest 
market rates. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



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Ding-ley, Foss & Co., Manufacturers of 
Boots, Shoes and Slippers, Auburn. Auburn 
contains more than one shoe factory of large 
extent and iiigh repute but among them all it 
would be impossible to find any in which more 
pains were taken to produce goods fully up to 
the standard in all respects than is the case at 
that of which Messrs. Dingley, Foss & Co., are 
the proprietors. The undertaking carried on 
by these gentlemen was begun in 1875, and its 
present extent affords significant indication of 
the appreciation evinced by the public for the 
goods coming from this factory. As now con- 
stituted the firm is made up of Messrs. J. Ding- 
ley, jr., who is a native of this jcity, H. G. Foss, 
who was born in Wayne, E. G. Sprague, Green 
andE, M. Stevens, Auburn,all partners being well 
known, particularly Mr. Dingley who has offici- 
ated as Representative and also as State Senator. 
The premises now occupied for manufacturing 
purposes comprise a new factory off Hampshire 
Street, five floors of the dimensions of 154x40 
feet, and are equipped with a thirty-horse en- 
gine, and of course with all the necessary im- 
proved machinery, etc., there being two hun- 
dred hands employed. The special line pro- 
duced is Men's Fine Boots and Shoes, and con- 
siderable attention is also paid to the manufac- 
ture of Slippers, and Tennis and Base-Ball Shoes. 
There is an office maintained in Boston at No. 
105 Bedford Street, corner of Lincoln, and the 
demand for the goods produced by this factory 
is a brisk and increasing one, for they have been 
found to stand the test of actual wear in a sur- 
prisingly satisfactory manner and are sold to 
dealers at very reasonable rates. They are such 
goods as may safely be "warranted" for the ut- 
most care is used in their production. 



and they are prepared to guarantee perfection 
of fit as well as of style to those who may favor 
them with orders for custom garments. Twelve 
skilled assistants are employed, and customers 
can be supplied at short notice. 



J. H. Twoinbly & Co , Custom Tailors, 
Gents' Furnishing Goods, 0pp. Y. M. C. A. 
Block, Court Street, Auburn. It is doubtless 
very true that a woman who feels herself to be 
well dressed is perfectly at ease as a general 
thing, even amongst the most imposing sur- 
roundings, but the same may be asserted with 
equal justice of ninety-nine men out of one 
hundred, or at least it may be said that the con- 
sciousness of being dressed as well as their 
neighbors is «if the greatest value to about all 
men if they wish to meet those with whom they 
have dealings on equ;il terms and without the 
slightest embarrassment. Such being the case 
it needs no argument to prove that no one 
should be considered extravagant for dressing 
in accordance with the prevailing style and 
having his clothing made by a house that 
makes a specialty of fine and artistic work in 
this line, and in this connection we may well 
speak of the euterpiise conducted by Messrs. 
J. H. Twombly& Co., on Court Street, opposite 
the Y. M. C. A. Block. This establishment 
was founded in 1885, and it has already become 
the headquarters for those desiring to inspect 
and select from the latest examples of Foreign 
and Domestic suitings, etc., for a large and full 
assortment of these goods is always to be found 
on Messrs. J. H. Twombly & Go's counters as 
well as an unusually varied collection of Gents' 
Furnishings of correct pattern. Messrs. J. H. 
Twombly and Geo. H. Cobb, who are both 
members of the Red Men, constitute the firm. 



Auburu Drug- & Chemical Co., Court 
Street, Auburn. This company was incorporat- 
ed in 1881 for the purpose of extending the sale 
of the Standard Remedies formerly prepared by 
H. C. Packard & Co. The capital is $50,000.00, 
and the directors compinse some of the 
leading business men of this section. The 
original firm was started in 1877, Mr. Packard 
coming from lieadfield. Me. Owing to the 
rapid increase of business the present company 
was organized consisting of S. F. Merrill, Presi- 
dent; N. W. Harris, Vice-president; H. C. 
Packard, Treasurer; W. B. Kilbourne, Secretary, 
and the trade, large as it was, has been extend- 
ed. The preparations of this company are all 
made from tested prescriptions and care is 
taken that only the freshest and purest drugs 
and herbs are used in compounding them, and 
the same care is used in putting them up as 
when the sales were one-tenth of their present 
magnitude. An agent of the company drives 
through the several towns in this part of the 
State ill a team costing almost §1,000.00. This 
is used in supplying the trade as the demand 
for these Standard Remedies is steadily extend- 
ing and increasing. While the trade in the 
Standard Medicines is very large that is not the 
sole business. On the contrary one will find 
here an elegant and commodious drug store, 
fully stocked with everything in the line 
of Pure Drugs and Chemicals. Toilet Articles, 
Fancy Goods, etc.; a specialty is also made of 
the preparation of physicians' prescriptions. A 
number of careful and experienced assistants 
are employed who will give all orders prompt 
attention. The following are some of the pre- 
parations of this company: Pix Liquida Com- 
pound, a clean, bright, effectual cough cure, 35 
cents; Kilbourne's Bismuth Mint Lozenge, 
cures sick headache and all unpleasant results 
of indigestion, 25 cent-: Packard's Purity Pow- 
der, a Tooth Powder, which not only cleanses 
the teeth, but it disi' U'cts the mouth, and is 
positively harmless, 25 cents; A. D. & C. Co.'s 
Best Honduras Sarsaparilla Extract, cleanses 
the blood, aids digestion, cures constipation, a,nd 
does you good, 85 cents; Packard's Condition 
Powder is put up with as much care as if for 
man's use, instead of the horse he loves. You 
will find it the best powder for the least money. 
1 pound boxes, 25" cents; Packard's Carbolic 
Ointment, the finest thing you ever saw in that 
line, just the thing for sunburns, or any other 
burn, sore, cut or eruption; Kilbourne's Pain 
Stop is a perfect thing m its line, good for in- 
ternal use in small doses, and excellent for ex- 
ternal use; Heave and Cough Capsules, sure 
cure for coughs of all kinds, and recent cases of 
Heaves, and will surely help all cases; Dr. 
Watson's Liniment. These may be ordered 
either direct of the company or through your 
nearest drug store in any place. Trade supplied 
by J. W. Perkins & Co., and Cook, Everett & 
P'ennell, Portland. Retail orders sbould be sent 
to Auburn Drug & Chemical Co., Aubinn. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



Kdwin T. Stt'veiis. Dealer in Groceries, 
Meats and Provisions, No. 203 Turner Street. 
The Grocery and Provision establishment locat- 
ed at No. 203 Turner Street is not only already 
popular but is beconiinj^ more and more so, as 
the people get better Hcquainted with the busi- 
ness methods of its present proprietor, and 
have more of an opportunity to learn of' the 
uniform merit of the goods handled and the 
low prices, at which they are sold. This enter- 
prise was started in 1874 by S. Macumber, and 
since 1886 has been conducted by the present 
proprietor, Mr. Edwin T. Stevens. A fine store 
is occupied of the dimensions of 60x25 feet and 
the stock on hand includes everything in the 
fine Staple and Fancy Groceiy line, together 
with Meats and Poultry of all kinds in their 
seasons also everything included in Provisions. 
Two reliable and experienced assistants are 
employed and the public has discovered that all 
representations made at this establishment can 
be implicitly relied upon, for it is the idea of 
Mr. Stevens to sell every article on its merits 
and not to take advantage of the inexperience 
of any buyer. The most fastidious will find 
themselves able to get choice cuts of Meats 
here, that will give complete satisfaction, and 
the choicest Family Groceries are also to be had 
at the lowest market rates. Mr. Stevens is 
among the most popular business men of Au- 
burn. He is a member of the Free Masons and 
also is the present Commander of Buruside 
Post, G. A. R., No. 47. 



J. E. Tibbetts ct Co., Dealers in Flour, 
Corn, Meal. Oats, Wheat, Bran, Middlings, 
Cotton Seed and Linseed Meal, Hay, Straw, etc., 
Mill 83 Knight Street, Storehouse near Elm on 
M. C. R. R., Auburn. Among the more impor- 
tant articles of Merchandise handled in this city, 
due mention should be made of Flour, Corn, 
Meal, Oats, Feed and Pressed Hay, Straw, etc., 
as these staple products are in brisk demand, 
and quite a number of enterprising houses are 
employed in supplying them. One of the best 
known and most largely patronized establish- 
ments engaged in this trade is tliat now con- 
ducted by .1. E. Tibbetts & Co., whose mill is 
located at the head of Knight Street, near 
Turner Street. The undertaking alluded to was 
established in 1861 by the senior partner of the 
present firm, and in 1883 Mr. N. S. Tibbetts was 
admitted to the firm, since which date the firm 
name has been J. E. Tibbetts & Co. They have 
built up a thriving and extensive business by 
means of intelligent management and close at- 
tention to the interests of iheir customers, as 
well as those of themselves. They are both 
natives of the State of Maine, and excellent 
judges of the articles in which they deal, and 
are in a position to accommodate all classes of 
trade by exeicising judicious discrimination as 
to their respective ne^ds. The Grist Mill occu- 
pied comprises four floors each 7;">x50 feet in 
dimensions and is supplied with every facility 
necessaiy for the conduct of the business which 
is operated by water j)ower. and an extensive 
manufacturing wholesale and retail business is 
done. A large and complete stock is carried 
thus enabling all orders to be filled with celer- 
ity and accuracy, and in fact it is to this char- 
acteristic of their business that Messrs. Tibbetts 



& Co. owe no small part of the exceptional suc- 
cess attained. Mr. J. E. Tibbetts is a member 
of the city council of Auburn. 



A. D. & E. F. Goss, Confectionery, Fruits 
and Cigars, 48 Court Street, Auburn. A popu- 
lar house in Auburn concerned in those 
branches of business included under the al)ove 
headings is that of Messrs. A. D. & E. F. Goss. 
This business was established in 1884 by Mr. 
A. D. Goss. and in 1887 Mr. E. F. Goss was ad- 
mitted to the business since which date the 
style has been A. D. & E. F. Goss. The prem- 
ises occupied cover an area of 45x20 feet, locat- 
ed at 48 Court Street. Which is well stocked 
with a complete and varied assortment of Con- 
fectionery, and Foreign and Domestic Fruits, 
also Cigars and Tobacco and in addition to the 
above-named lines of goods, the Messrs. Goss 
deal extensively in Soda Water and Ice-Cream, 
for which purpose their establishment is 
supplied with a fine Soda Fountain and Ice 
Cream Sah>on. and altogether they conduct a 
first-class retail trade, and their stock of deli- 
cacies, are guaranteed always pure and fresh. 
Both Mr. A. D. Goss and Mr. E. F. Goss are 
natives of Danville, Me., and are in a position to 
offer the stongest inducements to patrons, and 
their retail trade is drawn from the best classes. 
Mr. A. D. Goss is a prominent member of the 
Red Men and E. F. Goss of the Knights of 
Pvthias. 



A. J. Verrill & Co., Marble Workers. 
Mimuments, Tablets and Headstones on hand 
and made fiom the very best Italian and Amer- 
ican Marble, Shop on Tuiiier Street, Auburn. 
A statue, a monument, a tablet — in fact artistic 
stone-work of any description is quite beyond 
the power of words to give an adequate idea of 
and comes completely under the category of 
that which "must be seen to be appreciated.'* 
Therefore we will not waste our space or tire 
the patience of our readers by attempting a de- 
scription of some of the productions of Messrs. 
A. J. Verrill & Co., but will simply say "visit 
their establishment on Turner Street, and see 
for yourselves." The firm in question is made 
up of Messrs. A. J. Verrill and F. A. Rendall, 
and begun operations in 1882. Mr, Verrill was 
formerly a member of the city council, and both 
he and Mr. Rendall are connected with the Odd 
Fellows, the latter gentlemen being also a mem- 
ber of the Ancient 0)der of United Workmen. 
Two floors are occupied of the dimensions of 
50x55 feet, and the work done is not confined 
to marble alone but includes some granite as 
well, as for instance facades for buildings, etc. 
Employment is given to six skilled assistants, 
and the facilities at hand are ample to insure 
the prompt and thorough filling of orders. A 
very large and valuable stock is ready for in- 
spection, particularly in the line of tablets and 
headstones, and those contemplating the pur- 
chase of an article of this description will find 
Messrs. A. .). Verrill & Go's goods satisfactory, 
not only from an artistic but also from a pecu- 
niary point of view, as they are offered at sur- 
prisingly low rates and are fully guaranteed in 
every respect. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



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F. B. Big-elow, Dentist, 3^ Phoenix Block, 
Main Street, Auburn. While it is undeniably a 
fact that operations on the teeth are apt to be 
isomewhat painful on account of the extreme 
sensitiveness of the nerves connected there- 
with, still it is also a fact that the great progress 
made in dental science, and in the perfection 
of dental instruments within the last score 
of years has rendered painless many operations 
which were formerly quite the reverse. Then 
again it may truly be said that the average of 
education and ability is much higher among 
the dental profession to-day than was ever the 
case before, and this al.so of course, tends to 
make it easier for those whose teeth require 
attention. As skillful and conscientious a prac- 
titioner as is found in this vicinity is Dr. F. B 
Bigelow whose office is located at No. 3^ Phoenix 
Block, and we voice the opinion of tiiose most 
conversant with his abilities, when we say 
that it is impossible to find a dentist anywhere 
who is more anxious to fully satisfy his patrons, 
and who takes more pains to do L'ood reliable, 
-durable work. lie makes a specialty of manu- 
facturing artificial teeth. Dr. Bigelow is known 
to about everybody in Auburn and vicinity. 
He inaugurated the practice of his profession 
in Lewiston in 1870, where he served as State 
Liquor Agent in 1879. In 1876 he traveled ex- 
tensively through South America. Since 1883 
Dr. Bigelow has successfully conducted the 
dental profession at his present location in 
Auburn, 3^ Phoenix Block. Main Street. He 
has spared no expense in fitting up his operat- 
ing rooms with the most improved and effective 
appliances, and keeps himself fully informed 
as regards the progress of Dental science, thus 
as.suring his customers the most approved treat- 
ment. Dr. Bigelow is a native of Livermore 
and well known in this community. He has 
also been a member of the School Board of 
Lewiston. His rates for making artificial teeth 
are very reasonable, and all work is promptly 
done. 



Arthur W. Penley, Dealer in Beef, Veal, 
Mutton, Lamb, Pork, Sausages, Vegetables, 
«tc., No. 40 Main Street, Auburn. When 
Mr, A. W. Penley of Nos. 40 and 42 Main 
Street, began the sale of Groceries in 1>'^87, he 
had already been engaged in the handling of 
Meats for some 22 years having inaugurated 
that business in 18(35. The wisdom of his 
course in adding a grocery department soon 
became apparent for the public he had served 
so well in the matter of supplying Meats, etc., 
concluded that he would extend similar advan- 
tages in his new field of operations and they 
were not disappointed. Both Staple and Fancy 
Groceries are handled and the very lowest 
market rates possible on first-class goods are 
maintained. Mr. Penley was born in Auburn 
^formerly old Danville), and is a member of the 
Order of Red Men. He has many friends in 
Auburn and vicinity and his honorable busi- 
ness methods and strict adherance to all prom- 
ises made have gained him the respect of all 
having dealings with him. The store occupied 
measures 2.')x40 feet and employment is afford- 
ed to five assistants, every order being given 
careful and prompt attention. Mr. Penley does 



a large business in Meats, and is prepared to 
furnish anything in this line in any desired 
quantity, and at pos-itively the lowest attainable 
rates. Choice cuts are a specialty, and the 
most fastidious buyers are assured satisfaction. 



R. S. Bradbury, Livery. Boarding and 
Feed Stable, Court Street, near the Bridge, 
Auburn. The man who can ride behind a 
spirited and speedy horse — see him fly along 
at a word or a sign from his driver, or slacken 
up in obedience to a command without a feeling 




of exhilaration and light-heartedness has our 
profound sympathy, for the chances are that he 
is no longer able to extract enjoyment from 
anything. It is a pity that this form of relaxa- 
tion is not made more general use of by our 
business men, for if it were there would not be 
so many mournful tales of premature old age ex- 
tant—so many cases of brain disease and insan- 
ity brought about by over application and under 
recreation. Drugs are all very well in their 
place but at best they are but a makeshift and 
only do imperfectly what nature is willing and 
anxious to do perfectly if she is only allowed an 
opportunity. Fresh air, rapid motion, change 
of scene, cheerful conversation— all these are 
remedial agents more efficacious and infinitely 
more agreeable than any to be found in an 
apothecaries store, and they have one addi- 
tional and pronounced advantage — they leave 
no bad effects behind. Perhaps we may be 
considered unduly enthusiastic on this subject, 
but this enthu.siasm is the result of experience 
and observation, and is fully justified by the 
facts in the case. Of course to obtain the best 
results from driving, an easy carriage and a 
strong, kind and quick-moving animal are requi- 
site, and so after seeking to inspire our readers 
with a desire for amusement of this kind, we 
can do no less than to inform them where such 
may be obtained at low rates. Fortunately this 
is easy to do for Mr. Russell S. Bradbury of this 
city is excellently prepared to suit the most 
critical of drivers, having a fine stable under his 
control, and the experience of over twenty years 
to guide him in the management of it. Four 
floors are utilized measuring 50x100 feet, and 
there are seven assistants employed, thirty 
horses and ten carriages being cared for. Car- 
riages are furnished for any and all occaions, in- 
cluding weddings and funerals, two fine hearses 
being available, and many modern hacks and 
careful drivers. Orders are given prompt at- 
tention and no lower rates are quoted anywhere 
for similiar accommodations. Connection by 
telephone. Mr. Bradbury was born in Lewiston, 
and is a member of the Knights of Pythias and 
also of the Odd Fellows, being one of our best- 
known and most esteemed citizens. He has 
reason to be proud of his establishment which 
is really one of the finest in the entire State. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 




J. C. SYMMES, 56 COURT STREET, AUBURN". 



J. C. Syuiines, Dealer in Meats. Fish, Gro- 
ceries and Provisions, Old Goff Market, No. 56 
Court Street, Auburn. The commercial advan- 
tages of Auburn have brought men of enter- 
prise and capital to establish themselves in our 
midst, and nearly every branch of industry is 
here carried on vigorously. The establishment 
popularly known as the Old Goff Market, and 
located at No. 56 Court Street, was founded in 
1869 by Messrs. Symmes & Atwood, on Main 
Street, vrho were succeeded by Mr. J. C. Symmes 
in 1877, moving here in 18S6. He has been en 
gaged in the Meat and Grocery business for 
twenty-two years, and has a thorough and prac- 
tical knoweledge of all its details, to which he 
devotes his close personal supervision, thus in- 
suring his customers every possible advantage 
to be obtained in the city. This market com- 
prises one floor 45x25 feet in dimensions, 
which is well stocked with a choice selection of 
Meats, Fish, Groceries and Provisions and a 
specialty is made of Fruit,. The extensive retail 
trade of this house requires the service of two 
experienced assistants, and all orders are 
promptly attended to and goods are delivered 
to any part of the city. Mr. Symmes is a native 
of Newfield, Maine, and a well known citizen of 
this community, and has been connected with 
the city government as both councilman and 
alderman. He is recognized not only as a lib- 
eral buyer, but as a man whose business man- 
agement is honorable, and with whom business 
relations prove not only prolitable but as pleas- 
ant and lasting. 



Geo. M. Roak, Florist, 124 and 152 High 
Street. This is neither the time nor the place 
to indulge in a eulogy of flowers and fiower- 
lovers, and indeed it is very unprofitable work 
at the best to endeavor to argue people into a 
fondness for and appreciation of these "smiles of 



nature" as somebody has called them, for if 
a person has not a love for flowers born in him, 
it is idle to seek to inculcate it by example or 
precept. In this article then we will treat the 
subject from its commei cial side alone and that 
this is of great importance no one need be told 
who is at all familiar with the demands of cus- 
tom and fashion as regards flowers and their 
uses. To begin with, it is impossible to con- 
ceive of articles better adapted to all occasions 
than are flowers for taste and custom sanction 
their use in time of joy and in time of sorrow, 
on the breast of the bride and on the bosom of 
the departed one. Flowers may be safely given 
when any other gift would be refused, and so 
wide is the range of their capabilities that either 
distant respect or fervent admiration may be ex- 
pressed by them more eloquently than by words. 
Science has made possible many strange things 
but in nothing has she ministered more to the 
gratification of the wishes of cultivated people 
than in producing the most delicate flowers even 
at the height of our most inclement weather. 
Summer and Winter are much alike to the 
modern gardener in this — given the demand and 
he can supply about any blossom at any season. 
In Auburn and vicinity the trade in flowers is 
practically controlled by Mr. Geo. M. Eoak, of 
Nos. 124 and 152 High Street, for this gentleman 
has such facilities and such skill as to render 
competition out of the question. He was born 
in this city and begun business here in 1876, soon 
building up a large trade which has since stead- 
ily increased. Two large greenhouses are main- 
tained, measuring 128x45 and 112x18 feet re- 
spectfully, and three skilled assistants are em- 
ployed, flowers suitable for all occasions being 
raised in immense quantities. A specialty is 
made of Roses and the number and magnifi- 
cence of the varieties shown of this royal flower 
are truly wonderful. Mr. Koak furnishes any- 
thing in his line at the lowest rates and is 
prompt in the delivery of all orders. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



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Peables & Garcelon, Dealers in Choice 
Groceries and Provisions, Phoenix Block, 70 Main 
Street, Auburn. In compiling the various indus- 
tries of Auburn, the retail grocery aud provision 
trade assumes a decided importance. Among 
those who supply Fresh Groceries and Provisions 
is the house of Messrs. Peables & Garcelon 
Their store is located in Phoenix Block, TO Main 
Street, and is well stocked with Staple and 
Fancy Groceries, Provisions, etc. This business 
was originally founded by L. F. Chase in 1865, 
and in 1871 Mr. Peables was admitted to the 
firm, and the business was conducted under the 
name of Chase & Peables till 1873, when it be- 
came Peables & Penley. In 1882 the title was 
again changed and became as at present, 
Peables & Garcelon. The premises occupied 
consist of one floor and basement each covering 
an area of .55x22 feet, which are admirably ar- 
ranged for the extensive business transacted. 
Eeliable clerks are employed, who wait upon 
customers in a polite and attentive manner, and 
all goods are delivered promptly as desired. 
This is one of the most reliable establishments 
in its line in Auburn, and the stock carried com- 
prises everything usually to be found in a first- 
class Grocery and Provision establishment. 
Messrs. Peables & Garcelon are both natives of 
Auburn, Me. Mr. Peables is a member of the 
Odd Fellows, Free Masons and Knights of 
Pythias, and has been connected with the city 
government as councilman for three years. Both 
gentlemen are well and favorably known 
throughout this community, and number their 
friends by the score. Goods are sold in quanti- 
ties to suit purchasers, and the prices will be 
fouud as reasonable as any in town for the same 
quality of goods. 



F. Bartlett & Son, Dealers in Dry and 
Fancy Goods, Auburn. An establishment that 
is very widely known and most generously pat- 
ronized by the ladies of Auburn and vicinity is 
that now conducted by the firm of F. Bartlett & 
Son. This highly popular house which deals in 
Dry and Fancy Goods was inaugurated in 1881 
by Messrs. Bartlett & Jordan, and prosperously 
conducted under that title until 1884, when the 
firm's name was changed to its present style 
of F. Bartlett & Son. An extensive retail busi- 
ness is transacted, and a fine store is occupied 
covering an area of 70x25 feet with a large 
basement used for storage purposes. The ele- 
gant stock carried by Messrs. Bartlett & Son 
comprises a fine assortment of Dry and Fancy 
Goods of all kinds, including many fashionable 
novelties. Mr. Frank Bartlett the senior part- 
ner of this house has been engaged in this line 
of trade for the past twenty-five years, aud is 
thoroughly conversant with all the details of the 
business. He is a native of Abbott. Maine, and 
his son Mr. Frank L. Bartlett, of Auburn, Maine. 
They are both well known and highly respected 
in social as well as business circles. Mr. Frank 
Bartlett is a member of the Odd Fellows, and a 
trustee of the Auburn Savings Bank, and has 
held the office of Councilman and Alderman. 
Mr. Frank L. Bartlett is a member of the Red 
Men. 



Hill Brothers, Wholesale Fancy Goods, 
Hosiery and Small Wares, 57 Court Street, 
Auburn. Among the many wholesale houses 
located in this city there is not one which is 
more deservedly popular, orVhich gives promise 
of a more succesful future than that of which 
Messrs. Hill Brothers are the proprietors and 
which is engaged in the handling of Fancy 
Goods, Hosiery and Small Wares. Business 
was begun by present firm in 1882, but both 
partners were in same business in Lewiston and 
Auburn since 1868, but in present location since 
1882, and as very superior inducements were 
offered to customers from the first, it followed 
as a matter of course that a large patronage 
was at once attained which has since been rap- 
idly and steadily added to. The firm consists 
of Messrs. C. W. and B. J. Hill, both of whom 
are natives of Stetson, Maine, and very well- 
known citizens, Mr. B. J. Hill having been a 
Representative to the Legislature and now be- 
ing a State Senator. The premises occupied 
are of the dimensions of 125x.35 feet and are ex- 
tremely well-stocked with Fancy Goods of 
various kinds. Hosiery, Notions. Laces, Gents' 
Furnishings, etc., employment being afforded 
to six assistants. It has been the experience of 
this house, at least, to be remarkably successful 
in "holding" their customers and we think that 
a careful comparison of the prices here charged 
with those of other establishments, not exclu- 
ding some making far greater pretensions, will 
go far to explain this large trade. 



Isaiah Mitchell, 211 TurnerStreet, A.uburn. 
Dealer in Groceries and Provisions. It is a de- 
cided advantage to housekeepers to be able to 
put perfect confidence in the establishment 
from which they obtain their Groceries and 
Provisions, for they are often obliged to send 
their orders by those who are too young to be 
able to discriminate between that which is good 
and that which is not. Of course unsatisfac- 
tory goods can be returned even after a trial of 
them if their quality was misrepresented, but 
this proceeding at the best takes time and 
trouble and is one that no one likes to have re- 
course to, unless it is absolutely necessary. So 
it is that those dealers who have gained a repu- 
tation for reliability and honorable business 
methods enjoy the largest and most permanent 
trade, and one to be classed with these in 
Auburn, is Mr. Isaiah Mitchell whose establish- 
ment is now situated at 211 Turner Street. This 
enterprise was founded in 1879 by Messrs. 
Manly & Noyse, and since 1884 Mr. Mitchell has 
had sole control and management of the entire 
business, which has met %Yith success from that 
date as it was bound to do under his skillful 
management. The premises occupied comprise 
a store 50x25 feet in dimensions, and are well 
stocked with a fine and fresh assortment of 
Groceries, Meats and Country Produce. Two 
experienced assistants are employed and all 
customers are insured prompt and courteous at- 
tention, and all goods dealt in are offered at the 
lowest market rates for first-class quality. Mr. 
Mitchell was formerly located on Spring Street, 
where he was burned out, losing every dollar, 
in 1877. Mr. Mitchell is a native of Durhana, 
Maine. He is well and favorably known in this 
vicinity. He is a member of the Ancient Order 
of United Workmen and Sons of Temperance, 
and has held the office of Sheriff of Strong, Me. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



J. Koak Pulsifer, Manufacturer of Leather 
Board Counters, Auburn. Push, eneriry, vim and 
determination are sure to win success where suc- 
cess is possible, and a shining example of the 
truth of this statement is to be seen in the rapid 
and steady extension of the business carried on 
by Mr. J. Roak Pulsifer, at No. 28 Miller Street. 
Mr. Pulsifer is a native of this city, and became 
sole proprietor of his present uiidertaking in 
1886, the enterprise having been inaugurated by 
Messrs. Pulsifer* Fuller in 1877. and this firm 
was succeeded by Messrs. H. B. Pulsifer & Son, 
who in turn were succeeded by Mr. J, Roak 
J ulsifer. The premises utilized comprise three 
floors of the dimensions of 40x60 feet, and are 
equipped with a ten-house engine to drive the 
necessary machinery for the manufacture of 
Leather Board Counters, Pasted Heeling's, etc. 
Lrnployment is afforded to sixteen assistants, 
and a large wholesale trade is carried on par- 
Ucularly m Massachusetts. The productions of 
Mr. Pulsifer's establishment are rapidly becom- 
ing known to the trade as being of remarkably 
even quality of great and durability, and as a con- 
sequence the demand for them is steadily and 
rapidly increasing. It is unfortunate that many 
concerns handling Leather Board pay more at- 
tention to cheapness than to quality for this 
material is susceptible of a wide range of uses 
It properly made, and the prejudice felt against 
It in some quarters is not due to any inherent de- 
tects in it but rather to the fact that only imper- 
tect s^peciinens have thus far been used therein. 
Mr. Pulsifer gives prompt and accurate attten- 
tion to orders and guarantees his goods to prove 
just as represented. 



Wood & Walker, Manufacturers of Har- 
nesses, Dealers in Robes, Whips and Horse 
Clothing, Trunks, Bags and Umbrellas, Main 
Street, Auburn. The old rliyme which tells how 
— "for want of a nail the shoe was lost, for want 
of a shoe the horse was lost, for want of a horse 
the rider was lost, and all for want of a horse- 
shoe nail," conveys a moral regarding the im- 
portance of small things which is as worthy of 
attention as much now as ever, and which 
every runaway accident we hear of. resulting 
from some portion of harness giving way, or 
some other small breakage, give a new example 
of. Too much care cannot be put into either 
the manufacture or selection of a harness, for 
all considerations of safety and prudence de- 
mand that it be made of the best materials, by 
experienced hands. It is chiefly on account of 
their productions being fully up to the highest 
■tandard, that Messrs. Wood & Walker have 
built up so large a patronage during the past 
twelve years, that they have carried on this in- 
dustry, for it is well known to their customers 
that they faithfully endeavor to combine 
strength with neatness, and durability with 
reasonable prices. This establishment was 
founded in 1867 by Messrs. Covill »& Wood, and 
has been under the management of the present 
proprietors since 1876. The premises now oc- 
cupied by them are located at N"o. 90 Main 
Street, and cover an area of .50x25 feet, where 
they manufacture all kinds of Harnesses, and 
deal in Robes, Whips and Horse Clothing. 
Trunks, Bags, Umbrellas, etc., and a fine retail 
trade, and custom and jobbing work, is trans- 



acted. Two experienced and careful assistants 
are employed, and the house has attained a 
high reputation for honorable and reliable treat- 
ment and fair prices. The individual members 
of this firm are J. C. Wood and W. S. Walker, 
both Maine men by birth and members of the 
Odd Fellows, and thoroughly experienced and 
practical business men, and highly esteemed 
citizens of Auburn. 



S. L. Emerson, Livery, Sale & Baiting 
Stable, Opposite Roak Block, Main Street, 
Auburn. Extravagance is to be avoided of 
course, but if men confined to sedentary em- 
ployments would as a general thing spend a 
larger proportion of their income on horse-hire 




there is but little doubt that this procedure, 
although it might seem extravagant at the time, 
would eventually prove to be in the line of the 
strictest economy. How so? you ask. Well, 
let us answer that question in genuine Yankee 
fashion by asking others. Who among the 
workers in a community are most firmly in the 
grip of the demnn of dyspepsia? Who are fre- 
quently obliged to force themselves to go 
through with their day's labor when every effort 
brings pain and can only be made at a destruc- 
tive expenditure of vital energy? Who are most 
apt to suffer weeks of confinement in a sick bed 
put to great expense for doctor's bills and 
medicines and taught to consider themselves 
lucky if their positions are not taken from them 
during their illness? There can be but one 
reply — those engaged in sedentary employments, 
clergymen, lawyers, book-keepers, salesmen, 
clerks — all in fact whose work does not take 
them into the open air or expose theiii to the 
revivifying influence of the sunlight are living 
an unnatural life, are peculiarly subject to 
disease and unless they take advantage of such 
means of healthful and exhilerating recreation 
as is afforded by the livery stables they need 
not be surprised at the almost inevitable result, 
impairment of health. There are some good 
stahles in this city, but there are none either in 
Auburn or its vicinity, that offer better accom- 
dations than those of which Mr. S. L. Emerson is 
the proprietor located on Main Street, opposite 
Roak Block. Mr. Emerson is a native of Aji- 
burn and has been a member of the City Coun- 
cil. He founded his present business in 1883 
and it has since been conducted in such a man- 
ner as to make the large business now done 
only the legitimate outcome of such honorable 
and liberal methods. Two floors are utilized 
measuring 125x65 feet and 35 carriages and 30 
horses are at hand. First-class teams are fur- 
nished at reasonable rates for all occasions and 
liberal arrangements may be made for the 
regular hire of turnouts.. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN 



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Auburn Marble and Monumental 
Works, End of Court Street Bridge, Auburn. 
Every intelligent person in the community has 
a tolerably correct idea of the value of articles 
in general use such as clothing, provisions, etc. 
but there is some in- 
formation which is 
not common property 
such as that pertain- 
ing to the cost of 
Marble or Cemetery 
Work. From the very 
nature of things it is 
evident that the great 
majority of people 
can have but a hazy 
and imperfect idea of 
what should right- 
fully be charged for 
stone work, more es- 
pecially for that de- 
signed as a memorial 
of the dead and it 
therefore becomes of 
importance when 
placing an order for 
anything in that line 
to patronize only such 
a reputable house as 
one can feel positively 
assured will not take 
advantage of the pre- 
vailing ignorance to 
fix exhorbitant rates 
on its productions. 
The residents of Au- 
burn are fortunate in 
having an establish- 
ment located in their city, which is noted for 
turning out Marble and Granite Monument 
work unexcelled either for beauty of design or 
pei'fection of finish, and are especially to be 
congratulated on the fair and reasonable rates 
at which they may have their orders filled by 
the popular concern in question. We refer to 
that of which Mr. Geo. B. Smith is the proprie- 
tor, located at the end of Lewiston bridge and 
all that we have said in favor of this enterprise 
will be subscribed to heartily by those who have 
been familiar with it at any time since it was 
inaugurated in 1850 by Mr. H. K. Smith. The 
present owner has been in possession since 
1884 and when we say that he has fully sus- 
tained the established reputation of the house 
for fair dealing and low prices we feel that 
further praise is quite uncalled for. He is a 
native of this city and is connected with the 
Knights of Pythias. The premises occupied 
measure 40x25 feet and employment is given 
to eight skilled workmen, all orders being filled 
at short notice. Some beautiful specimens of 
fini.shed work are on exhibition and all inter- 
ested should make it a point to give Mr. Smith 
a call. To parties desiring to have a Monu- 
ment. Tablet, Headstone or Curbing placed in 
the spring or summer he offers extra induce- 
ments to order now. He manufactures them 
this winter, and places them in the cemeteries 
in the spring or summer at prices much lower 
than they can be made after the opening of the 
spring trade. Me has the largest variety of 
designs to select from in the State. These 
works have been established nearly 40 years, 




and Mr. Smith is determined to keep up the 
reputation which they have gained for first- 
class work, low prices, and fair dealing with 
his patrons. 



I. N. Haskell & Co., Dealers in Groceries, 
Meats and Provisions, Auburn. A finely ap- 
pointed store devoted to the sale of Groceries 
and Provisions in this section of Auburn, is 
that of Messrs. I. N. Haskell A Co., whose com- 
modious store is fitted up with every facility 
for the proper conduct of the extensive retail 
trade transacted. This house was established 
in 1879, by the present proprietors, and the 
premises occupied comprise one floor of the di- 
mensions of 50x65 feet, which are finely fitted 
up and stocked with everything in the line of 
Groceries, embracing the finest quality of Teas, 
Coffees and Flour, besides a full line of choice 
and fresh Meats and Provisions of all kinds. 
Three polite and attentive assistants are em- 
ployed, and orders receive prompt attention, 
goods being delivered to all parts of the city 
free of charge. In addition to the above-men- 
tioned business Mr. Haskell is himself exten- 
sively engaged in the Poultry business raising 
fancy birds. He has about 500 fowl in his yard. 
All goods dealt in by this house are above com- 
ment, and all purchasers are well aware of 
their extra quality. The individual members of 
the grocery firm are Mr. I. N. Haskell, a native 
of Auburn, Maine, and Mr. A. W. Miller, of 
Oldtown, Maine. Mr. Haskell is a member of 
the Odd Fellows, and Mr. Miller has been 
councilman of Auburn and selectman of Old- 
town. Both these gentlemen are thoroughly ex- 
perienced in their business, and highly esteemed 
in this community. 



Geo. B. Brooks, Dealer in Hardware, Iron 
and Steel, 10 Court Street, Auburn. A name 
which has long been idenitfied with the best in- 
terests and most progressive commercial spirit 
of this vicinity is that of Mr. Geo. B. Brooks, 
the prominent dealer in Hardware, Iron and 
Steel, etc. The business was started in 1860, 
under the firm name of Barker Brooks, and 
since the death of Mr. Brooks senior in 1879, it 
has been under the sole control and manage- 
ment of his son, Mr. Geo. B. Brooks. A fine 
and extensive retail trade has now been built 
up in this city and vicinity, and the stock and 
dealings of this house are noted for their thor- 
ough reliability and liberal management. A 
fine store, with basement, each 50x25 feet in 
dimensions with plate glass front, located at 10 
Court Street, is now occupied, and completely 
stocked with a fine assorment of Hardware 
goods. Iron and Steel, Farming Implements, 
Window Glass, and Cutlery, etc.. which have a 
great patronage for their guaranteed reliability 
and the advantageous rates at which they are 
sold. A competent force of reliable assistants 
are employed t* meet the growing demands of 
the trade. Mr. Brooks is a native of Auburn, 
and is among our most respected and success- 
ful merchants. He is a men)i)er of the Ked Men, 
and exercises an unobtrusive yet powerful in- 
fiuence in the social affairs and life of Auburn. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



Smith, Pray & Co., Manufacturers of 
Ladies', Misses' and Children's Fine Boots and 
Shoes, Nos. 166 to 172 Main Street, Auburn. 
It is unfortunate that so large a proportion of 
the public pay so small attention to what firm 
manufactures their boots or shoes, for the reason 
that on this account it is generally impossible 
to feel sure that the last pair bought are of the 
same make as those that gave such satisfaction 
before. For instance there is the firm of Smith, 
Pray & Co., that makes a specialty of the manu- 
facture of Ladies, Misses' and Children's Fine 
Boots and Shoes. This concern bends all its 
energies to the task of producing superior 
articles of the kinds mentioned. It has every 
facility to turn out such goods at the smallest 
possible expense without sacrifice of quality; 
USPS the best obtainable stock, the most effec- 
tive machinery, employs men of experience and 
skill in every department and as a consequence 
produces Boots and Shoes that are unexcelled 
and in certain respects very hard to equal. 
Now if those who have worn these goods and 
appreciated them had made themselves familiar 
with the name of the firm manufacturing them 
can any one doubt that the business of Messrs. 
Smith, Pray & Co., large as it is, would be 
greatly increased? And can anyone doubt that 
the general result would be to improve the 
quality of boots and shoes of all kinds as their 
manufacturers saw that the public was noticing 
what they were doing? It is beyond question. 
The business carried on by Messrs. Smith, Pray 
& Co., was founded about a score of years ago 
by Foss & Smith, the present partnership having 
been formed in 187.5. Mr. Smith is a native of 
Topsham and Mr. Pray of this city, the former 
being a member of the Odd Fellows and the 
latter of the Masons. Four floors are utilized, 
measuring 60x30 feet and 100 assistants are em- 
ployed, the factory being located at Nos. 166 to 
172 Main Street. A New York office is main- 
tained at No. 104 Duane Street, and a very large 
business is done. 



Atwoocl & Liowel!, Dealers in Groceries, 
Meats and Provisions, Fresh Fish, Oysters and 
Clams, 220 Court Street. As desirable a place 
as we are acquainted with in Auburn at which 
to purchase fresh Groceries, Meats and 
Provisions in general, is that now conducted by 
Messrs. Atwood & Lowell, at No. 220 Court 
Street. Operations having been begun by J. Q. 
A. Atwood in 1873. and conducted under that 
name, until 1877, when the firm name became 
Atwood & Lowell. The premises occupied by 
them cover an area of 60x25 feet and the stock 
carried is one that must be seen to be appre- 
ciated, as in no other way can its many good 
points be properly understood. The line of 
Groceries dealt in is a very complete one, 
while Meats and Provisions of all kinds are 
constantly on hand. Particular attention is 
also paid to the handling of Fresh Fish, Oysters, 
and Clams, of which a fine assortment is always 
at hand to choo.se from, and offered at the low- 
est market rates. Employment is given to two 
well-informed and obliging assistants, who give 
prompt and polite attention to customers and 
see that every order is carefully filled and accu- 
rately delivered. A large business is done and 
the trade is steadily increasing. The individual 



members of this thriving firm are Messrs. C. S. 
Atwood and W. G. Lowell, both natives of 
Minot, Me., and well known in the social as well 
as business circles of Auburn. Both being mem- 
bers of the Odd Fellows and Red Men and Mr. 
Lowell is also connected with the Free Masons, 
and a member of the Knights of Pythias. 



Wood, KobiDSOii & Co., Paper Jobbers 
and Manufacturers' Agents, 101 Main Street, 
Auburn. Boston office, 13 West Street. Of all 
the materials manufactured at the present day 
there is probably not one capable of being put 
to more widely diverse uses than paper. And 
not only is it capable of a wide range of service, 
but it is actually employed in such, as may be 
seen from the fact that the wheels under a 
Pullman car and the sheet on which the lady of 
fashion inscribes her dainty characters are made 
of one and the same material — paper. It goes 
without saying that a product such as this 
must be sold in enormous quantities, and that 
its luiudling must have enlisted the services of 
many al)le men of business, for while there is 
no ciininunity so rude and uncultivated but 
what paper is of value to it, there is none so 
highly-civilized and advanced as to be able to 
dispense with it. One of the best-known houses 
in Maine engaged in the Paper Trade is that of 
Messrs. Wood, Robinson A Co., whose place of 
business is at No. 101 Main Street, and the 
celebrity these gentlemen have gained is prin- 
cipally due to the fact that, acting as Manufac- 
turer's Agents, they have been able to offer 
exceptional inducements, more particularly to 
large consumers of paper. The enterprise they 
conduct was inaugurated in 1882 by Messrs. C. 
A. Robinson & Co., and a year later the present 
style was adopted, the partners being Mr. B.F. 
Wood, a native of Lewiston, and Mr. C. A. Rob- 
inson, who was born in Brasher Falls, N. Y. 
The former gentleman is connected with both 
the Odd Fellows and the Free Masons, and en- 
joys an extensive acquaintance among those 
interested in the production of paper, as does 
also Mr. Robinson, his associate in business. 
This firm have found it necessary to move 
twice to enlargetl quarters. Three floors are 
now occupied, measuring 28x65 feet, and more 
room is now being provided. A specialty is 
made of the handling of Printing and Wrap- 
ping Paper, five assistants being employed, and 
a very large and rapidly increasing business is 
done as Jobbers and Manufacturer's Agents for 
the Sale of All Kinds of Paper. 



Chase & Bean, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Meats, Fish, Produce, Fruits, Canned 
Goods, etc. Oysters a specialty in their season, 
No. 108 Main Street, Auburn. An establishment 
that is capable of supplying a large share of 
household wants, is that of which Chase & 
Bean are the proprietors, and which is cen- 
trally located at 108 Main Street, Auburn. This 
establishment was founded twenty years ago 
and has been under the management of its 
present proprietor since 1888. Mr. Chase con- 
ducted the business alone fiom 1884 to 1888. 
They have established a reputation not only for 
the variety but also for the excellence of the 
goods handled that has resulted in the build- 



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ing up of a very large and growing trade. Mr. 
Chase is a native of Portland and a member of 
the Odd Fellovps, and Mr. Bean a native of 
Auburn, both having many friends in this vi- 
cinity. The premises comprise one floor and 
basement each of the dimensions of 60x80 feet. 
They transact a large retail trade in choice 
family Groceries, Meats. Fish and Provisions, 
also handle a large quantity of Flour from the 
leading mills of the country, and a choice line 
of Foreign and Domestic Canned Goods; Fish of 
all kinds, and Oysters in their season are made 
a specialty. Employment is given to only cour- 
teous and efficient assistants, thus assuring 
prompt and polite attention to every customer. 
Some very superior inducements are offered in 
the particular line of goods dealt in. Perfect 
confidence may be placed in all representations 
made, as every article sold is fully wai'rauted to 
be as described. 



Tbe NatioDal Shoe & Leather Bank, 

Ara Cushman, President, M. C. Percival, Cash- 
ier. Capital, .$400,OUO. Mechanics Savings Bank 
Block. To so carry on a banking institution 
as to fully protect the interests of its stock- 
holders, and at the same time exercise a wise 
liberality in the encouragement of deserving 
home enterprise, is a task for which very few 
men are really fitted, and, indeed, the more 
thought one gives to the subject, the more 
plainly it is seen that it is practically impos- 
.^ible to so manage an undertaking of this kind 
as to suit everybody, and the only wonder is 
that some banks come so near to the attain- 
ment of this impossibility. Take the National 
Shoe and Leather Bank of this city as an exam- 
ple. Here we have an institution that was 
founded in 187-5, more particularly in the inter- 
ests of the shoe and leather trades of this vicin- 1 
ity, as its name indicates. Mr. Ara Cushman, 
it's President, is universally known as one of j 
the leading shoe manufacturers of the United 
States, and it is an open secret that much of 
the success which has generally attended the 
shoe trade of this section during the past 
dozen years or so has been brought about and 
I'endered possible by the workings of the bank- 
ing enterprise of which Mr. Cushman is the 
head. Yet for all this its benefits have been 
by no means confined to the shoe industry, and 
there is more than one business man in Auburn 
who can testify from his own experience to the 
truth of this assertion. Having a capital of 
$400,000 and a surplus of $40,000 the bank is in 
a position to afford great assistance in such 
cases as it may seem advisable so to do, and its 
management have never yet been found back- 
ward in extending aid to a legitimate object 
when such help was consistent with the main- 
tenance of the prosperity of the institution 
under their charge. Indeed, an examination 
of the names of those acting as Directors — Ara 
Cushman, John F. Cobb, F. M. Jordan, R. C. 
Jewett, B. F. Briggs, Geo. C. Wing and M. C. 
Percival — is enough to inspire the fullest con- 
fidence in the bank and its methods, for these 
gentlemen are known to all in this vicinity, and 
we but do them simple justice in saying that 
they are as highly esteemed as they are well 
known. 



F. H. Storah & Co., House and Fresco 
Painters. Paper Hangers, Graiuers and Glaziers, 
dealers in Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Colors and 
Mixed Paints of all Kinds. Shop rear of Au- 
burn Block, Auburn. One of the first proverbs 
to which the attention of childien is called is 
" Practice makes perfect," and certainly it would 
be difficult to find one more thoroughly true in 
every respect. "Habit is second nature" is 
another saying in the same line, and daily expe- 
rience demonstrates that in practical life noth- 
ing can take the place of prolonged practice. 
Therefore, when it is desired to have a thing 
done as it should be, it is an excellent idea to 
place the order with one who has had sufiicient 
practical experience to be a master of the sub- 
ject in all its branches. It is for this reason, 
among others, that the work turned out by F. 
H. Storah & Co. is so uniformly good, for these 
gentlemen have been engaged in business as 
Painters, Glaziers and Paper Hangers for many 
I years. They have added to their stock a full 
line of Wall Papers, Ceiling Decorations and 
Picture Mouldings. Their goods are all new, 
and will be sold at lowest prices. They also 
employ a large crew of first-class Painters and 
Paper Hangers which will enable them to do 
any work in their line with neatness and dis- 
patch. Tiieir Paper Room will be open day and 
evening through the busy season. All orders 
by postal will receive prompt attention. They 
have been entrusted with the filling of many 
important commissions in their line of business, 
and their work is sure to be durable as well as 
ornamental, and the best of materials are used 
in the filling of orders. Messrs. Storah Sc Co. 
are prepared to undertake all branches of their 
business at short notice. Messrs. F. H. Storah 
I and VV. W. Pettingill are the members of this 
I firm. Their charges are always reasonable, and 
estimates will be cheerfully furnished. 



W. S. Morse, Plain and Fancy Job Print- 
ing, Main Street, Auburn. The fine Job Printing 
establishment of Mr. W. S. Morse has for many 
years been one of the most complete concerns of 
its kind in Auburn. The enterprise was inau- 
gurated by the present proprietor about four- 
teen years ago. and from its inception it has 
been conducted with rare tact and energy and 
consequent success. The commodious office 
utilized by Mr. Morse is located at No. 88-92 
Main Street, and is admirably equipped with 
first-class steam presses, type, lighted by electric 
lights from a plant located in the office, and has 
all the necessary appliances for the prosecution 
of fine, plain, and fancy job printing, experi- 
enced hands are employed in this establishment 
as compositors and pressmen, and every facility 
for executing orders for all kinds of job work 
at short notice and in the best style of the ty- 
pographic art is possessed by the proprietor. 
Mr. Morse is an expert, practical printer. His 
aim has ever been to meet every want of his 
patrons, and to keep even pace with the im- 
provements made from time to time in his art,and 
in these particulars he has been eminently suc- 
cessful. Mr. Morse is recognized as among the 
successful leaders in this line of' industry in 
Auburn. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



Albert M. Penley, Dealer in Staple and 
Fancy Groceries, 98 Main Street. The almost 
innumerable goods included in the term. 
Staple and Fancy Groceries are such as are to a 
great degree indispensable, and when the many 
millions of people in this country alone, whicii 
must be supplied with them, are brought to mind, 
it will be readily seen that an enormous business 
in these commodities must exist. Of the eastern 
houses engaged in the retail department of this 
trade, none bear a higher and more deserved 
reputation than does that of Mr. Albert M. Penley 
doing business at No. 98 Maia Street. Auburn, 
for its operations extend throughout this vicin- 
ity, and it has been characterized from the 
first by the signal ability of its management and 
the perfect dependence which could be placed 
on its representations. This business was 
founded in 1883 by Mr. Albert M. Penley. He 
now occupies the spacious store located at the 
above-named address, which is completely 
stocked with a choice assortment of everything 
usually included in the line of fine Staple and 
Fancy Groceries. A full line of Meats, Vege- 
tables, and Fresh Fish is also carried. The ex- 
tensive retail trade transacted requires the ser- 
vices ©f three capable and efficient assistants, 
and every detail of the business is most ably 
handled. Mr. Penley is a native of Auburn, 
and despite the many cares and duties incident 
to an active business life, he has managed to 
discharge the duties of a member of the Com- 
mon Council, in a manner highly creditable to 
himself and his constituents, and also to gain 
additional honors as a member of the Board of 
Aldermen, and at present he holds the honorable 
position.of Mayor of Auburn. 



Wise & Cooper, Ladies' and Misses' Per- 
fect fitting Boots, Koak Block, Main Street, 
Auburn. It is well known that in no other sec- 
tion of the country is the manufacture of Boots 
and Shoes pushed to such a degree of perfection 
as in New England, and hence it follows that 
to excel amongst New England manufacturers 
is as high as it Is well-earned and honorable. 
Messrs. Wise <fe Cooper inaugurated the manu- 
ufacturing enterprise they now conduct in this 
city in 1863. and at the present time their pro- 
ductions take the very highest rank in the mar- 
ket against all competitors. They advertise to 
make perfect fitting Boots for Ladies and Misses, 
and that they carry out this announcement to 



Geo. A. Allen, Dealer in New and Second' 
Furniture, Carpets. Stoves, Glass and Crockery 
Ware, Chamber Sets and all kinds of Household 
Goods, No. 5 Roak Block, Auburn. One of the- 
most necessary lines of trade engaged in, and 
one whose goods are in constant demand i* 
that of the dealer in House Furnishing Goods, 
etc. One of the most complete establishments 
of this kind in Auburn, is that conducted by 
Mr. (tco. a. Allen, who engaged in this business^ 
in 1882, and from the inception has manifested 
marked business ability, and has been success- 
ful in building up a prosperous business, which 
necessitates the occupancy of a store covering 
an area of ti0x30 feet in addition to a storehouse 
2.5x30 feet in dimensions. The store is located 
at No. .5 Roak Block, Main Street, where a large 
stock of New and Second-hand Furniture may 
be found, also Carpets, Stoves, Glass and Crock- 
ery Ware, Chamber Sets, and all kinds of House- 
hold Goods, also Musical Goods, etc. In addi- 
tion to this retail business, Mr. Allen acts as 
Appraiser and Auctioneer. The extent of this 
business requires the services of courteous and 
competent clerks, and patrons are assured of 
receiving prompt and gentlemanly attention 
while dealing ac this house. One advantage 
offered by Mr. Allen is that of enabling patrons to 
secure first-class furniture at about one-half of 
its value, simply on account of its having been 
used for a short time. Also those contemplat- 
ing breaking up house-keeping can dispose of 
their Furniture by calling on Mr. Allen who 
will be found liberal and just in his dealings. 
Mr. Geo. A. Allen is a native of Auburn and a 
member of the Free Masons. He is a thorough- 
ly competent and practical man of business to- 
which he devotes his personal attention. 



Burt L. Alden & Co., Druggists and 
Apothecaries, Dealers in Drugs, Medicines, Sta- 
tionery, (-igars, etc., Gents' Furnishing Goods, 
No. 10 Third Street, Barker Mill District, 
Auburn. One of the finest appearing Drug^ 
Stores in Auburn, is that conducted by Mr. 
Burt L. Alden, at No. 10 Third Street, Barker 
Mill District. This is not a case where appear- 
ances are deceitful either, for this establish- 
ment bears an enviable and well-earned reputa- 
tion for the purity and freshness of its goods, 
and the prompt and courteous attentions paid 
to customers, so that even the most obstinate 
stickler to the old adage "handsome is that 
the letter is proved by the fact of their goods handsome does" cannot withhold his approval, 
being favorites with such ladies as have been The inception of this enterprise was in 1876, 
aflfoidedan opportunity to test their many good under its present title, and Mr. Alden has since 
qualities. Any dealer who desires to increase carried on the business in a most successful 
his trade in the special direction mentioned manner being an educated and experienced 
would do well to secure a supply of Messrs. druggist and apothecary, having cultivated a 
Wise & Cooper's Goods for they are invariably j great amount of natural aptitude and ability by 
satisfactory and both as regards durability and the most careful study and experiment. The 
style will meet every requirement, while they ! store is .50x2.5 feet in dimensions, employment 
are supplied at such rates as will permit of an I being given to only reliable and courteous clerks, 
adequate profit on their handling. Mr. John B. The stock on hand is made up of a fine assort- 
Wise is a native of Haverhill, Mass., and is con- ment of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, Fancy 
nected with the Free Masons, being one of the Goods and Toilet Articles, as well as a large 
best-known men in the State engaged in the and unusually complete selection of Stationery, 
handling of shoes, while his partner Mr. A. H. ' Cigars, etc., also Gents' Furnishing Goods. 
Cooper was born in Richmond, Me., and is also Mr. Alden also manufactures a fine brand of 
a prominent figure in the shoe trade. Two { Cigars. He is a native of Auburn, and well 
floors are occupied, measuring 45x30 feet, fully i known in her social circles being a prominent 
supplied with steam power etc., and employ- member of the Free Masons, Knights of Pythias 
ment is given to thirty skilled assistants. , and Red Men. 



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S. A. Pollister, Fruit, Confectionery and 
Cigars, Stationery, Periodicals, etc. Daily and 
Weekly I'apers a specialty, Court Street, Auburn. 
An enterprise of special interest to the people 
of Auburn, and one that will be of value to 
learn something about in this volume, is the 
Periodical and Stationery business of this city, 
and among the many houses engaged in this 
line is that of Mr. S. A. Pollister who has had 
sole control and management of this establish- 
ment since 1S!S5. His store is located at 88 
Court Street, where he trjinsacts a large retail 
tra<lein Stationery and Periodicals, Fruits, Con- 
fectionery, Cigars, etc. The business of this 
house is steadily increasing, and its resources 
are ample to meet all demands made upon it, 
and its policy entitles it to the consideration of 
this community who will find assured advan- 
tages in dealing here. Mr. Pollister makes a 
specialty of all the Daily and Weekly Papers. 
His store is under able and efficient man- 
agenunt. a full and complete stock of books 
and small fancy goods is carried, also a circula- 
ting library of four hundred volumes. Mr. Pol- 
lister is a native of Portland, Maine, a gentle- 
man thoroughly conversant with the minutest 
detail concerning his business to which he 
gives his close personal attention, and our citi- 
zens are assured that they can obtain here the 
latest and most popular periodicals of the day, 
and we can commend them to no better house 
in Auburn, dealing in these lines of merchan- 
dise. Mr. Pollister has recently erected and 
now occupies a commodious three-story brick 
block the dimensions of store being 20x60 feet. 



W. Pulsifer, Wholesale and Retail Dealer 
in Flour and Groceries, and Canned Fruits of all 
kinds. Main Street, opposite New Bridge, near 
Barker Mills, Auburn. One of the best known 
and largely patronized Grocery stores in this 
section is that carried on by Mr. W. Pulsifer, 
located on Main Street, opposite New Bridge, 
near Barker Mills, and it thus merits mention 
in a work ti eating of and seeking to encourage 
commercial enterprise and activity. This en- 
terprise was founded in 1877 under the title of 
Pulsifer & Co., as a wholesale and retail store, 
and a year later the wholesale business was dis- 
continued, the above firm continuing until 1883, 
when Mr. W. Pulsiver assumed full control of 
the business which he has continued up to the 
present time. Mr. Pulsifer was born in Poland, 
Maine, and few of our citizens are better known, 
and at the same time more generally esteemed, 
and his public spirit is generally acknowledged 
and appreciated. So far as circumstances have 
permitted he has striven to make his establish- 
ment a model of what such an undertaking should 
be, and though he has not made it perfect (and 
no one knows that such is the case better than 
he) he has no reason to be ashamed of the re- 
sults of his labor. The premises occupied 
measure 50x30 feet, and a choice stock is car- 
ried and satisfaction is guaranteed (in every 
reasonable instance) to his patrons. The stock 
includes everything in the Grocery line besides 
Flour of the best brands, and Canned Fruits of 
ail kinds, and the prices are guaranteed to be in 
accordance with the lowest in the market. 



Revere House, corner Court and Main 
Streets, Auburn. A first-class hotel. Central 
location, steam heat, electric bells, electric 
light, hot and cold baths, and all modern im- 
provements. Table and all appointments first- 
clsss. Hot and cold water on every floor. Terras, 
$1.00 to $2.00 per day. Mrs. S. P. Kyerson, propri- 
etress. It is a good thing for any community 
to have a hotel carried on within its borders 
which can be confidently recommended as one 
where every reasonable provision is made for 
the comfort and well-being of guests, for the 
advent of strangers always has a tendency to 
stimulate trade, and there is no surer way to 
attract the best class of purchasers to a town 
than to provide for their hospitable entertain- 
ment when they get there. The Revere House, 
of which Mrs. S. P Kyerson is the proprietress, 
has been carried on for several years, and its 
infiuence upon the development of Auburn's bus- 
iness interests has been by no means unmarked. 
Although this house does not pretend to vie 
with the first-class establishments in the large 
cities, as regards elegance of appointments, etc., 
it does endeavor to make its patrons feel at 
home, to give them all they want to eat, of 
excellent quality, and to provide them with 
comfortable rooms, and clean, easy beds ; and 
that this endeavor meets with success is in our 
opinion beyond a doubt, being evidenced by 
the popularity of the Revere House with the 
traveling public. This popular house is located 
at No. 21 Court Street, and has gained a more 
than local reputation, and gives every sign of 
largely adding to it in the future, when its pro- 
prietress gains more experience and enlarges 
her facilities for carrying this pursuit. The 
table is supplied with the best the market af- 
fords, and the terms are very reasonable for 
first-class accommodations. 



Henry Willis & Co., Manufacturers of 
Flour, and Dealer in Flour, Corn, Meal, Shorts, 
Oats, Cotton Seed Meal, Table Salt and Higgins' 
Eureka Salt, Wool Carding, 91 Main Street, 
Auburn. No doubt bread made of any other 
first class flour would "rise" just as well and 
be as nutritions and palatable as though it 
were made of the special brand handled by 
Messrs. Henry Willis & Co. in this city, but 
nevertheless it would be hard to convince some 
of our older residents of this fact, for the reason 
that they have used this firm's flour for over a 
quarter of a century and have no desire to ex- 
change what they know to be good for what 
may be worse and certainly cannot be better. 
Messrs. H. & M. Willis founded their business 
in 1860 and in 1865 Willis, Parsons & Co., which 
continued till 18><i, then changed to H. & M. 
Willis. The firm is now H. Willis & Co. Both 
are Free Mason.>, and Mr. H. Willis has also 
been a member of the City Council and also 
of the Board of Assessors. Ware rooms are 
located at No. 144 Main Street, Roak Block, and 
comprise one floor, measuring 30x60 feet and a 
fine assortment is constantly carriad of Flour, 
Corn, Meal, Shorts, Oats, Cotton Seed Meal, 
Table Salt and Higgins' Eureka Salt, also Hig- 
gin's English Dairy Salt. A force of four men 
is employed, and orders are given prompt at- 
tention, with the guarantee that all goods sup- 
plied will prove just as represented. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBUBN. 



Chas. S. Emerson, Dealer in all kinds of 
Junk, also Ploughs, Harrows, Cultivators, etc.. 
Main Street, opposite Maine Hotel, Auburn. 
Very few men can think of ''junk" without 
also thinking of their boyhood days, for where 
is the boy who has not at some time begun a 
commercial career which perhaps in later years 
was to become a celebrated one. and involve 
transactions to the amount of thousands of 
dollars by negotiating for the exchange of va- 
rious odds and ends such as bottles, old iron, 
copper, etc., for sufficient coin of the realm to 
enable him to defy the contingency of the home 
money market and enable him to pay his own 
way to see the circus he had set his heart on 
seeing ? A boy who has not had this experience 
has been cheated out of a chief pleasure of boy- 
hood, for the clown never looks as funny nor 
the animals so fierce as when seen through eyes 
that have grown keen searching for "unconsid- 
ered trifles" in every nook and corner. The 
Junk business is a great, yes, a tremendous in- 
dustry. Hundreds of thousands of dollars are 
invested in it, and it has enlisted the services of 
some of the most energetic of our business men. 
Mr. Chas. S. Emerson of this city began opera- 
tions here in this line of trade in 1877, and his 
establishment has for some years ranked among 
the most prominent in the State. He is a native 
of Litchfield, Maine, and has served for several 
years in our city council. Mr. Emerson saw 
some stirring times during the late Rebellion, 
and was commissioned as Lieutenant-Colonel of 
the 29th Maine Volunteers, and breveted Col- 
onel in partial recognition of his services. He 
is now the highly popular commander of Burn- 
side Post No. 47, G. A. R., and has literally 
"hosts" of friends in this vicinity. His store is 
located opposite the Maine Hotel on Main 
Street, and five assistants are employed therein. 
Ploughs, Harrows, Cultivators, etc., being 
largely handled, as well as junk of all kinds. 
A heavy stock is carried, and positively the 
lowest market rates maintained. 



Garcelou & Hunton, Fire, Life and Ac" 
cident Insurance and Real Estate Agents, No. 3 
Phoenix Block, Auburn. The older the world 
becomes the wiser it gets, and with the passage 
of years there is a constant increase of more or 
less destructible property, so that the field for 
Insurance is constantly and rapidly widening. 
A large proportion of the many agents scattered 
throughout the country find ample employment 
in satisfying the popular demands for reliable 
insurance, and those doing business in this 
town are not a whit behind the rest in prosper- 
ity. One of the most popular and successful 
of our Auburn agencies is that conducted by 
Messrs. Garcelou & Hunton, at No. 3 Phoenix 
Block, and its total volume of business will to- 
day not suffer by the strictest comparison with 
that of some of the oldest of its competitors. 
There is nothing surprising in this as to begin 
with Messrs. Garcelon & Hunton are both ener- 
getic, enterprising men, and consequently well 
known and highly esteemed by many of our 
bu-iiness men, and then again they have always 
made it a point to represent only such com- 
panies as are not only reliable but which settle 
losses promptly and do not put their policy 
holders to needless expense. Those familiar 



with the different Insurance Corporations will 
admit the truth of this after a perusal of the 
list of companies represented by them. Messrs. 
Garcelon & Hunton are also interested in the 
handling of Real Estate. In all the various 
branches of their business they consult the in- 
terests of their customers bt^lieving them to be 
identical with their own, and that this course ia 
appreciated is proved by the many commissions 
executed by them, 

Mark IVTor.se, Manufacturer of Paper Boxes 
and Cartons, 28 Railroad Street, Auburn. Of 
course in a city where the manufacture of boots 
and shoes has assumed the dimensions and 
importance which it has in Auburn, it is but 
natural that numerous subi^idiary enterprises 
should have sprung up which depend for pat- 
ronage upon the greater industry carried on in 
this vicinity. Among these, one of the best- 
known and most deservedly popular is that 
conducted by Mr. Mark Morse, at No. 28 Rail- 
road Sti-eet, for this gentleman manufactures 
Paper Boxes and Cartons, and as these are used 
by practically all shoe manufacturers, and those 
produced by Mr. Morse are all that could be 
desired as regards both quality and price, why 
it is by no means strange that a very large bus- 
iness should have been built up by him since 
beginning operations in 1881. Mr. Morse is a 
native of Gray, Me., and is a member of the 
American Legion of Honor, and has a large 
circle of friends in Auburn and vicinity. The 
premi-^es utilized by him are of the dimensions 
of 50x80 feet, and comprise three floors, employ- 
ment being afforded to from fifteen to twenty 
assistants. Five horse-power is required to run 
the machiuei'y in use, and ample facilities are 
at hand to fill all orders without annoying delay, 
and at the very lowest market rates. 

A. K. P. Gordon, Groceries. Flour, Grain, 
Meats and Fruits, 62 Spring Street, Auburn. 
Leaving the question of prices out altogether, 
one prefers to trade with a concern that he 
knows will give him courteous attention and 
fair ti'eatment. It is natural that such should 
be the case, and so strong is this preference that 
a man will often patronize a firm that averages 
higher prices on its goods than some of its com- 
petitors, for no other reason than that given. 
Therefore when a house is found which com- 
bines both of these good qualities — which not 
only extends courtesy and fair dealings to all, 
but also quotes the lowest market rates on its 
goods, it is not surprising that its trade should 
be not only large already, but steadily and rap- 
idly increasing. Such a position is that held by 
the enterprise carried on by Mr. A. K. P. Gor- 
don, located at 62 Spring Street, Auburn, 
and its circle of patrons is consequently being 
constantly extended. The undertaking was 
started by Mr. C. Stackpole, and conducted by 
him until 1884, when he was succeeded by its 
present able manager and proprietor, Mr. A. K. 
P. Gordon. Mr. Gordon is a native of Durham, 
Maine, and is connected with the Free Masons 
and Odd Fellows, and has many friends in this 
community. A store is occupied 60x25 feet in di- 
mensions, and a very complete stock is shown 
consisting of Groceries, Meats, Fruits, Flour and 
Grain. Two reliable assistants are employed. 



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Clm House, Court Street, Auburn, Dun- 
ham & Andrews, Proprietors. In commending 
this hotel to our readers it is perhaps well to 
begin by saying that those who prefer glitter 
and show to comfort and consideration, will 
not find it here. Those however — and we be- 
lieve the majority of travelers are of this class, 
who enjoy a " good, old-fashioned inn " — will 
find as perfect an example as is in existence 
today, in the popular Elm House, which for 
twenty-nine years has been located on Court 
Street, Auburn. Here is the cozy office, with 
its open fire, around which can always be 
found, through the cool weather, a circle of 
arm-chairs. Then the dining-room, in which 
is served a most appetizing meal, with every- 
thing in plenty, and all cooked in "home" 
style, or as a traveling man very aptly ex- 
pressed it, '"as mother used to cook." The 
beds are clean, old-fashioned and comfortable, 
and when we add that the present proprietors, 
who have had a long experience in the busi- 
ness (as they have for some time conducted the 
Lincoln House, Lewiston) are not only retain- 
ing the old patrons of the house, as well as add- 
ing new ones, we think our readers will find 
they can at least do no better than to give this 
house a trial on their next visit to this section. 
Another feature which reminds one of the " days 
of long ago" is the sight of the stages starting 
for different towns off the line of the railroad. 
These stages make their headquarters at the 
popular Elm House, and those contemplating a 
stage journey will find this the most conven- 
ient house to stop at. 



sales, although it may be mentioned that goods 
from these mills received a high award at the 
Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. The 
officers of the company are as follows: Pres- 
ident, W. W. Bolster; Treasurer, A. M. Pnlsi- 
fer; Agent, William Hayes. The Board of Di- 
rectors is made up of Messrs. A. M. Pulsifer, 
W. W. Bolster. J. W. Kimball, R. B. Dunn, M. 
C. Percival, S. D. Bailey aud Edward Robinson, 
all of which gentlemen are natives of this 
State, and widely-known citizens, the majority 
of them having held high public offices, and 
standing high in the esteem of the entire 
community. 



Barker Mills, A. M. Pulsifer, Treasurer, 
William Hayes, Agent, Manufacturers of Sheet- 
ings and Shirtings, Aubuin. Tb say that the 
manufacture of cotton goods is an industry of 
national importance is simply to repeat what 
every schoolboy knows to be a fact, and that 
Auburn and Lewiston form the principal seat 
of cotton manufacture in this State is equally 
well known. We have no space to devote to a 
consideration of the reasons why Auburn of- 
fers special advantages to the textile manufac- 
turer, but we may say in passing that the un- 
failing and abundant water-power available in 
this city is of the greatest importance in the 
successful prosecution of manufacturing opera- 
tions. Taking for instance the Barker Mills as 
an example, we find that 400 horse-power is re- 
quired to drive the necessary machinery, and 
that all this vast amount of force is furnished 
by the river. There are some drawbacks, to 
be sure, to the use of water-power, which par- 
tially compensate for its cheapness as com- 
pared with steam, but on the whole it must be 
reckoned as an important aid to the attainment 
of the highest economy. The Barker Mills 
were established in 1873, and are now known 
through their products in all parts of the coun- 
try. Fine Sheetings and Shirtings are manu- 
factured very extensively, just how extensively 
may be learned from the fact that 4,000,000 
yards or 2,272^ miles of these goods were pro- 
duced last year. Five floors are utilized, of the 
dimensions of 250x80 feet, and there are 275 
operatives employed. As to the quality of the 
work turned out, no better evidence is needed 
than that afforded by the large and increasing 

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Ara Cush man Company, Ara Cushman, 
President, Samuel F. Merrill, Treasurer, 209 
Court Street, Auburn. Boston office. 128 Sum- 
mer Street. That this is emphatically the age 
of machinery is h proposition that may well be 
called self-evident, for we are surrounded on 
every hand with plain proofs of it, and there is 
scarcely an article of food, drink or clothing 
but what owes some portion of its making, at 
least, to machinery of one kind or another. 
Associated with, and in some degree suggested 
by machinery, are immense manufactories, in 
which are employed hundreds of men, and by 
this means another important saving is made 
in the cost of production, as it is obvious that, 
other things being equal, two men can produce 
more than twice as much as one man, two hun- 
dred men a much larger proportionate amount 
than half that number, and so on, until, keep- 
ing within reasonable bounds, we may say that 
the larger the force employed, the more there 
is produced per man. Therefore when wo find 
an establishment like that under the control of 
the Ara Cushman Company, equipped with the 
most improved labor-saving machinery, so ar- 
ramred as to obviate unnecessary handling of 
stock or goods, employing six hundred to 
eight hundred hands, and run on a system so 
perfect that each department forms a part of a 
harmonious whole, thus doing away with fric- 
tion and waste of energy, it may be concluded 
in perfect safety that goods are produced which 
combine a maximum of excellence with a min- 
imum of cost, and on further investigation into 
the standing of the Company's productions in 
the market, it will be found that the conclusion 
arrived at is justified by the facts, for no house 
in the trade enjoys a higher reputation as re- 
gards both the lowness of its prices and the 
desirability of its goods. This great enterprise 
was inaugurated by Mr. Ara Cushman in 1854, 
and in 1865 the firm assumed the name of the 
Ara Cushman Co. The gentlemen associated 
with Mr. Cushman are Messrs. Samuel F. Mer- 
rill, John C. Hollis, Murray B. Watson, and 
Geo. E. Davis, all of whom are well-known and 
highly esteemed citizens. The senior partner 
is President of the National Shoe and Leather 
Bank. In the spring of 1888 the firm was 
changed to a corporation, under the name of 
the Ara Cushman Company, of which Ara 
Cushman is President, Charles L. Cushman, 
Vice-president, Samuel F. Merrill, Treasurer, 
Murray B. Watson, Clerk. A great portion of 
the output of this concern is disposed of 
through its Boston office, located at No. 128 
Summer Street, and a heavy business is done. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



Oscar Holway & Co., Flour, Grain and 
Grass Seed, 19 School Street, near Maine Cen- 
tral Depot, Auburn. Forty-one years ago the 
enterprise conducted by the house of Oscar 
Holway & Co. was inaugurated, today this con- 
cern stands at the head of the trade in Me., and 
ranks with the best known and most largely 
patronized in all New England. There you have 
in a nutshell the history of this popular under- 
taking, and it is one of which every public 
spirited citizen of Auburn should feel proud. 
The firm is made up of Messrs. Oscar Holway, 
Frank E. Tobey, Geo. P. Martin, and Chas. C. 
Holway, the first two gentlemen being natives 
of Fairfield, the third of Monmouth and the 
last of Augusta, Maine. All are well-known 
business men, and all are gentlemen whose in- 
tegrity and ability in matters pertaining to the 
goods they handle have never been brought into 
question. The firm utilizes four buildings in 
this city, and also carry on an establishment at 
Augusta for the accommodation of their cus- 
tomers in that section. Employment is afford- 
ed to ten assistants here in Auburn, and a very 
extensive wholesale business is done through- 
out New England. Flour, Grain and Grass 
Seed are the great staples dealt in. and as we 
have before hinted no concern in the New Eng- 
gland States is better prepared to supply goods 
of standard quality at the lowest market rates. 
Flour is made a specialty and is handled in 
all grades and the most popular brands at the 
smallest possible margin. Orders are attended 
to with celerity and accuracy, and the instruc- 
tions ot customers are carefully noted. 



uated, overlooking the entire Park and fronting 
the main street. Water is brought daily to the 
house from the celebrated Poland Spring. 



Park House, Mrs. S. C. Yeaton, Proprie- 
tress, corner of Main and Academy Streets, 
Auburn, two minutes walk from Grand Trunk 
Depot. Transients accommodated at reason- 
able rates. Experience will do wonders to 
smooth and make easy any undertaking or pur- 
suit, and certainly traveling is no exception to 
the rule, some even going so far as to say that 
by the time a man learns how to travel propei'ly 
he is too old to leave home at all, but however 
this may be, there can be no doubt that one of 
the fundamental rules of comfortable traveling 
is to know how and where to find the best hotels. 
It is by no means always the most pretentious 
or high-priced houses that are the most desir- 
able or home-like, and a conspicuous example 
of this truth may be found in the case of the 
Park House, of which Mrs. S. C. Yeaton is the 
proprietress, located at the corner of Main and 
Academy Streets, two minutes walk from the 
Grand Trunk Depot. The accommodations for 
both transient and weekly boarders are emi- 
nently comfortable and complete. This house 
was first established in 1860, and has been under 
the able management of Mrs. Yeaton since 188.3. 
It is a three-story house and covers an area of 
50x60 feet, and contains twenty-five guest rooms 
and has four fine suites of rooms suitable for 
families. Mrs. Yeaton has established a repu- 
tation for low rates and unremitting efforts to 
please and satisfy her guests. She does a large 
business and fully deserves her success, as it 
is but the legitimate result of her liberal man- 
agement ana fair treatment. This hotel enjoys 
exceptional advantages as a summer resort, be- 
ing close to Auburn Park and is delightfully sit- 



Maine Benefit Association, of Auburn. 
Chartered March 5, 1885. The object of this 
Association is to furnish protection to the wid- 
ows, orphans, or other dependents of its mem- 
bers, by the payment of a cash benefit to such 
dependents at the death of its members. This 
organization was chartered by the Legislature 
of Maine by an act approved March 5, 1885. By 
the terms of this charter the rights of members 
are protected and the perpetuity of the Associ- 
ation secured by the most carefully drawn pro- 
visions and safeguards. By the terms of the 
charter fifteen per cent of all death assessments 
collected is deposited in interest bearing secu- 
rities with the State Treasurer as a reserve 
fund. This deposit, already large, is to be in- 
creased every year until it shall amount to one 
hundred thousand dollars, every dollar of which, 
with the income of the sarae.is absolutely and en- 
tirely for the benefit and protection of the mem- 
bers of the Association. There you have a cleai", 
succinct and straightforward statement of what 
the Maine Benefit Association proposes to do; 
now for a necessarily brief consideration of the 
means by which they propose to do it. Persons 
between the ages of eighteen and fifty-five in- 
clusive are eligible to membership under cer- 
tain right and proper conditions, and after an 
examination by the Association's physician. 
The funds essential to the carrying on of the 
enterprise are secured as follows: First, By an 
Admission Fee, which is the same to all ages, 
and which varies from $5.00 where $1,0U0 insur- 
ance is wanted up to $15.00 where insurance to 
the amount of $5,000 is carried. Second, By an 
Annual Fee, payable semi-annually, and rang- 
ing from $3.00 to $5.00 according to the amount 
of insurance held. Third, By a series of assess- 
ments on the members, graded according to 
their age at the time of joining, and as frequent 
as circumstances require. Not one penny of 
the money collected by this third means can be 
used for expenses of management or anything 
else excepting the payment of death claims. A 
state of affairs that will be appreciated by those 
who know how to sympathize with the honest 
old sea captain who put a dime in the contribu- 
tion box "for the heathen," and then added a 
dollar to "pay for getting it to them." The 
Association is Purely Mutual. The mem- 
bers are the only stockholders, and as only 
sufficient money is collected to assure the pay- 
ment of losses, there is no heavy surplus accu- 
mulated to tempt the cupidity of any one. 
Listen to these words from the Association's 
prospectus, and treasure them in your memory, 
for they are literally " as true as gospel." "Life 
Insurance, under any and all systems, consists 
in collecting from the living to pay the repre- 
sentatives of the dead." Kemember this; and 
bear in mind also that anything more or less 
than this is not true Life Insurance. Those 
having direction of the Association claim that 
its system provides Life Insurance simply, 
directly and inexpensively, and in our delib- 
erate opinion this claim is well-founded, and 
the Maine Benefit Association should be joined 
by every eligible person who cares for the 
future of those dependent upon him. Circulars 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUBURN. 



99 



giving all desired information can be had on 
application at the general office. Goff Block, 
Eoom 5. We present the names of the officers 
below, and feel that no stronger closing argu- 
ment could be given to establish the reliable 
nature of the enterprise. President, George C. 
Wing. Vice-presidents, Wallace H. White. S. 
Clifford Belcher. Treasurer, Nathan W. Har- 
ris. Medical Director, Wallace K. Oakes, m.d. 
Secretary, S. Arthur Lowell. Manager, Milton 
r. Ricker. Directors, George C. Wing. Auburn ; 
Charles II. Gilbert, Canton; George I). Bisbee, 
Buckfield; Seth M. Carter, Auburn; John B. 
Redman, Ellsworth; Nathan W. Harris. Auburn ; 
Albert R. Savage. Auburn ; Milton F. Ricker, 
Auburn; Wallace H. White, Lewiston. 



Eureka Hosiery Co., Manufacturers of 
Cotton, Cashmere, All-Wool and Worsted Ho- 
siery, Auburn. It is owing to tbe estublishment 
and operation of such enterprises as the Eureka 
Hosiery Co., that the general avenge of Hosiery 
manufactured in this section of the country is 
so high, and when one comes to recall the old 
home-spun goods, and to remember the high 
price of handsome Hosiery at that time, some 
idea is gained of the benefits the community re- 
ceive from the operation of accumulated capital. 
A manufacturing enterprise pays a dividend to 
its owners of course (or at least it should do so) 
but it also pays a dividend to the public, for if "a 
penny skived is a penny earned" we have all of 
us received many a liberal return from enter- 
prises in which we have not invested a dollar. 
The Eureka Hosiery Co. is located at No. 10.3 
Main Street, Auburn. It was established and 
incorporated in 1^:88, Geo.. C Wing, President, 
A. A. Waite, Treasurer and Manager, while the 
Directors are Geo. C. Wing. M. 0. Percival, A. 
A. Waite, all gentlemen well known in business 
circles. Its works are equipped with the most 
improved machinery in use, and its productions 
are made from choice selected wool, entirely free 
from cotton, shoddy, or waste of any descrip- 
tion. The colors are absolutely fast ; they will 
not crock or fade, and are the most perfect fit- 
ting stockings in the market being knit in con- 
formity with the foot, and are warranted to 
give entire satisfaction to the wearer. They 
also make to order children's stockings with 
double knees any size required, also lumber- 
men's heavy fulled socks for lumbermen and 
teamsters. The Eureka Hosiery Co. has had a 
most extended experience in connection with 
the manufacture of their goods, and take pains 
to maintain the reputation long since gained, 
and have every facility to assist them in so do- 
ing. These Hose are being sold by all first-class 
dealers throughout the country. Mr. A. A. 
Waite, the Treasurer and Manager, was for 
nearly fourteen years carder and spinner, in 
various cotton mills, in making plain and Ladies' 
dress goods. We print below a testimonial from 
Heselton Bros., the enterprising and successful 
Dry and Fancy Goods dealers in Skowhegan, as 
follows : — 

"We guarantee the Eureka Hose to give sat- 
isfaction in every respect. Made from the best 
selected wool, entirely free from cotton, shoddy 
or waste of any description. Being knit in con- 
formity with the foot gives them the desired 
shape. The colors are black, navy blue, drab, 
brown and scarlet. 



C. A. Jordan, Carpenter and Builder. 
Jobbing of all kinds promptly attended to, and 
satisfaction given. Shop No. 14 Mechanics 
Row, rear of Auburn Hall. The services of a 
competent and reliable carpenter are pretty 
sure to be in active demand in such a place as 
Auburn, and not a few house-owners and oth- 
ers would like to hear of a carpentering estab- 
lishment, where they could place their orders, 
with the positive assurance that they would 
creeive prompt and careful attention. This 
business was started in 1878 by Paine & Jordan, 
succeeded by C. A. Jordan in 1882, and Jordan 
& Bond in 1884, and since 1887 the business 
has been conducted by Mr. Jordan. Not a 
great while elapsed after Mr. Jordan began 
operations here before considerable trade was 
built up, as all orders intrusted to him were 
carried out in the most satisfactory manner, 
and all agreements closely adhered to. This 
method of doing business has been steadily 
followed ever since, and as a result Mr. Jordan 
has an enviable rejmtation among those best 
acquainted- with his work. Buildings from 
the hands of this firm, such as the Auburn 
High School, Stanley Dry Plate factory, Avon 
Mill, and residences of F. M. Jordan, Charles 
Gay. Fred Olfene, B. F. Briggs, Ara Cushman, 
F. H. Briggs, and many others, show some of 
the best examples of heavy framing and fine 
finishing to be found in the cities of Auburn 
and Lewiston. 



A. B. Crafts, Dealer in Choice Family Gro- 
ceries, Fine Teas, Coffees, Meats and Provi- 
sions, 178 Court Street, Auburn. A man who 
really makes a specialty of handling Choice 
Family Groceries, and supplies such goods at 
reasonable rates, is as sure to build up a large 
business eventually as he is to please his cus- 
tomers, and it is to be regretted, to say the 
least, that the feverish haste for wealth which 
actuates too many of those who have engaged 
in this line of trade, only results in their trying 
to dispose of second-class goods at first-class 
prices, with the legitimate conclusion that 
neither they nor their customers are satisfied. 
A proof of the soundness of our views on this 
subject may be found in the exceptional suc- 
cess attained by Mr. A. B. Crafts, of No. 178 
Court Street, in endeavoring to do business in 
such a manner that no one concerned should 
have good reason to complain, for this gentle- 
man has handled Choice Family Groceries from 
the inception of his undertaking, and has 
gained the good will, as well as the custom, of 
his patrons, by so doing. He began business 
in conjunction with Mr. Pulsifer, in 1877, under 
the style of Pulsifer & Crafts, but since 1881 he 
has carried on operations alone. Mr. Crafts 
was born in Hebron, Me., and is connected 
with the Odd Fellows and the Grand Army. 
He has gained the name of selling at a low price 
as well as of handling only reliable goods. A 
fine line of Fresh and Cured Meats is carried 
in addition to the complete assortment of Gro- 
ceries in stock. Mr. Crafts has lately moved 
into his new quarters — a fine large store, 
built on the site of the old one, — with plate 
glass front, and all modern improvements, 
where he and his assistants will attend to the 
wants of customers, old and new, to their sat- 
isfaction. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



AUGUSTA. 



^^jI^HE history of Augusta presents features of unusual interest even in this unu- 
i^^^ sually interesting region of New England. Few spots in this country can 
trace back the advent of English influences to a more remote period, and few can 
show more glorious and worthy results evolved by more than two centuries and a 
half of growth from these original sources. Geographically, Augusta is nearly in the 
center of the Kennebec valley, and as such it was a favorite rallying place for the 
Kennebec Indians, by whom it was called "Cushnoc," the exact signification of which 
does not seem to have been yet discovered. Upon the site where now stands the fair 
city of Augusta, the Canibas tribe were often accustomed to meet both for purposes 
of peace and war, though they seem to have been a quiet, unaggressive people, as 
were most of their brethren of the Kennebec nation. For this reason, as well as for 
its fertility and accessibility, the Kennebec Valley was early chosen by the first colo- 
nists of New England as a trading center, and in 1629, before even Boston was found- 
ed, a trading-house was established here at Cushnoc by the Pilgrim Fathers of Ply- 
mouth. Probably not half a score of New England cities can trace their origin back 
80 far as this. The trading-house continued here and prospered for about thirty years, 
and during that time was not seriously troubled by the Indians. In 1654, as the 
record shows, Lieut. Thomas Southworth was the Colonial Agent here. But about 
the end of this decade, a cloud arose in the shape of the Indian troubles which began 
to grow threatening throughout New England, and in 1660, thinking that this place 
was too near and open to attack from Canada, the Plymouth colonists withdrew and 
abandoned the trading-house to the mercy of the elements and more cruel aborigines. 
For about a century the place lay desolate, and no attempt was made to restore it, 
though traces of the old settlement were visible in 1692. 



HISTOmCAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 101 

A more successful attempt to establish a settlement was made in 1754, though not 
primarily for that purpose. It was toward the end of the French wars, when the ac- 
tivity and spirit of that versatile but inconstant people were beginning to decline be- 
fore the stubborn resistance of the more persevering English. As the latter kept 
driving the French further back, they reestablished old settlements, and erected forts 
to maintain their conquests. One such, called Fort Western, was erected in 1754, on 
the ruins of the old trading-house at Cushnoc, by the Plymouth Colony, who still 
claimed the ownership of the region under their old charter. This fort was built very 
substantially and well garrisoned, as it was expected to protect the whole lower val- 
ley of the Kennebec, but no attack was made upon it during the war. In fact, Au- 
gusta never seems to have suffered at all from foreign invasion. Soon after the fort 
was completed, the fall of Quebec and the close of the war, removed all fears and re- 
straints, and something more than a military settlement began to give signs of appeai'- 
ing. Houses were erected, clustering around the fort, most of the garrison, who were 
disbanded and might have departed, remaining and receiving choice lots of land for 
settlement. Other colonists commenced to come in, attracted by the fine soil, situation 
and the protection afforded by the fort, and within a decade quite a flourishing settle- 
ment had grown up here. The first record of a religious meeting being held, was in 1763, 
on the occasion of a visit of an English missionary named Mr. Bailey, who afterward 
settled further down the river, but made journeys occasionally through this region, 
and labored faithfully here, though most of the colonists were not in sympathy with 
the English church. 

The land was formally and legally apportioned by the Plymouth owners to the 
garrison and other settlers in 1762, Avhen fifty large and fine lots were surveyed and 
allotted on each side of the river, around Fort Western. The commandant of the 
fort, Capt James Howa.d, was a leader in the first settlement, and was allotted sever- 
al large tracts of land. Benjamin Hallowell and Nathaniel Bowman also bought up 
large sections though not residents. Among the most prominent and active residents 
in these early days, were Ezekiel Page, Edward Savage, Ephraim Cowen, Josiah 
French, the first and only innkeeper for many years, and Pease Clark. Under able 
and far-sighted management, both at home and abroad, the place advanced rapidly in 
size and character, until in 1771 it was granted a town charter, and incorporated un- 
der the name of Hallowell, in honor of Benjamin Hallowell, Esq., who owned large 
sections of land here, and had done much to advance the town. By the time the 
Revolutionary struggle broke out, the town had advanced too far, and become too 
firmly established to be set back in its growth, but it did not do much more than main- 
tain its own while the conflict lasted. Several military companies were raised here, 
and the town partook actively as well as earnestly in the maintenance of the great 
cause. The most direct touch of warfare it experienced was when Benedict Arnold 
with his small but heroic and devoted band marched through here in 1775, on the fateful 
expedition to Canada. Rumors of war, also, but little more came hither when the British 
invaded the Penobscot. Fort Western was repaired and strengthened, though never 
called into active demand, except for the quartering and training of volunteer troops. 
Although Augusta has never seen much bloody fighting, it has had more or less mili- 



102 MISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 

tary aroma about its atmosphere, on account of the presence of soldiers and military- 
buildings. The arrival of Samuel Cony, who came to Augusta from Massachusetts 
in 1777, has hardly been equalled in importance by the advent of any other one man, 
as he not only did much for the town himself, but founded a great family whicli has 
always been very active and generous in discovering and forwarding its best interests. 
The weary years of war and deprivation dragged themselves on until 1783, when the 
Declaration of Peace aroused great exultation and joy here, and again the town started 
on a rapid course of advancement. 

The census of Hallowell, taken in 1784, showed a population of 692, and every 
year now brought large additions. As the people spread out and the farms grew 
through all the environing region, a movement sprang up and slowly grew stronger 
toward the formation of two sepai*ate towns. By 1796 this movement for division 
had grown importunate, and culminated in the following year in the separation from 
Hallowell of that part which is now Augusta. The new town, when first divided off, 
was called Harrington, in honor of Lord Harrington, a distinguished English patriot 
who had sympathized with the colonists during the Revolution, and who had evident- 
ly some ardent and influential admirers here. But this name seemed " too English, 
you know," to the large majority, and after it had been borne a few months, a spon- 
taneous movement to change it sprang up, which resulted in the choice of "Augus- 
ta." There may have been some prescience in the minds of those far-seeing citizens 
of the importance the town would gain in after days, but if they had foreseen all its 
history they could not have chose a more stately and fitting name than Augusta. 

The new town started on its independent career with a population of between 
eight and nine hundred, which had increased in 1798 to 1,140, and grew rapidly larger. 
Every augury was favorable, and the most promising sign was the dauntless and push- 
ing spirit of its citizens, which has lain at the root of its great progress. A good ev- 
idence of this was shown in 1797 in the erection of the Kennebec bridge, which was 
the most extensive and formidable enterprise yet completed in Maine — no small tribute 
to one of its then smallest towns. But " coming events cast their shadows before." 
The progressive character of the town was early felt, for when Kennebec County was 
incorporated in 1798, Augusta was made the shire town, although one of the youngest, 
having only been formed the ye::r before. The cause is shown however, in the fact 
that a large proportion of the County oflScers were from Augusta, such men as Joseph' 
North, Daniel Cony, James Bridge, John Davis, Henry Sewall and VVm. Howard. 
Augusta has had good reason to know that a country's wealth is in its men, for though 
never one of the largest places in the State, it has exercised an ever-increasing influ- 
ence, surpassed by no other city, in State affairs, because of the number and charac- 
ter of its truly great men. The last year of the eighteenth century was distinguished 
by the formation of a volunteer tire company, one of the earliest in the State. 

The first years of the nineteenth century opened auspiciously, and steady expan- 
sion in all lines and departments of the town life was the order of the day. An evi- 
dence of its financial growth, was the establishment of the first State bank here in 
1804. A movement of another but not less important character, resulted in the erec- 
tion of the first church edifice here in 1809, at an expenditure of $8,000. With the 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 103 

vigor of mind and spirit which characterized all its endeavors, the citizens of Augusta 
early gave careful attention to military affairs, and in 1806 was formed the " Augusta 
Light Infantry Company, Cnptain Vose," one of the finest military organizations the 
State has ever known. It soon became famous through Maine for the perfection of 
its discipline, the beauty of its maneuvers and its thorough equipment in every par- 
ticular. The enthusiasm shown in its establishment and maintainance was remarka- 
ble, and the laurels of glory which it won are yet fresh in the minds of many of the 
older citizens. 

In the years 1808 and 1809, a series of remarkable disturbances occurred in this 
vicinity, which have had few parallels in the history of New England. Augusta, be- 
ing the seat of the county jail, was naturally the center of the troubles, though its 
citizens, so far from being to blame for them, were largely instrumental in preventing 
their consequences from becoming momentous. A large part of the outlying districts 
of the Kennebec Valley had gradually become settled by squatters, without any claim 
to the land, not a few of whom were the reverse of mild in their dispositions. Con- 
sequently, when the owners sent surveyors through the region to lay out land for sale, 
and the sheriffs followed to maintain those who had bought land in their rights, the 
old squatter inhabitants were naturally "riled," and resisted to the best of their ability. 
Several sheriffs were severely handled and injured, and the excitement grew continu- 
ally in intensity. A large number of arrests were made, and the old county jail 
house here was overstocked with unsavory inhabitants. But arrest only made the . 
squatters more aggressive, and a large number of them rallied to the rescue of their 
imprisoned friends. The news of the approach of a considerable force was received 
in the town, and the militia was called out, but they were not strong enough to pre- 
vent the jail from being set on fire and burned to the ground, though they managed 
to keep their hands on the prisoners and prevented their release. The affair gradually 
blew over for a while, the guilty met their requisite punishment, and the course of law 
and order went steadily on through the county before which the lawless had inevitably 
to retreat. A new and stronger jail and court house was erected, which promised to 
stand the strongest attack. But even greater excitement ensued during the next year. 
A party of surveyors were working in the vicinity of Malta, when ihey were sudden- 
ly surprised and fired upon by a party of men disguised as Indians. One of them 
was so severely wounded that he died from the effect. Popular indignation caused a 
most thorough search to be made for the murderers, and nine of the old squatter in- 
habitants of the region were arraigned on this charge. 

While these unique distractions were occurring at home, Augusta had also been trou- 
bled by events outside. The Embargo, first laid on our commerce in 1807, had gone 
on for several years, making things worse and worse, and Augusta suffered severely 
with the rest. Twice the citizens of Augusta drew up strong and pointed resolutions 
for the personal consideration of President Jefferson, and so powerfully were they put 
and difficult to answer, that the President wrote a personal letter which exists to-day 
in the city records, and in which he made important concessions from his policy. In 
1810 the census showed an increased population of 1,805, and a total valuation of 
$178,064. In this year the Kennebec Bank was incorporated, with a capital stock of 



104 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 

$100,000. The sentiment of the town was strongly opposed to war, and in 1810 the 
Herald of Liberty, a Federalistic paper was started to represent that sentiment. But 
the war was declared, despite of them, in 1812, and foregoing private feelings and 
interests, the citizens joined with noble patriotism in the endeavor to maintain the 
national honor. Men and supplies were devoted to carrying on an iindesired war, but 
when it was over none were gladder than the citizens of Augusta. 

In 1815, Judge Cony, with his usual liberality, established an enduring monument 
to the city's and his own fame, in the founding of the " Cony Female Academy." At 
that time the subject of the education of women had received but a very small share 
of the attention it deserved, but under the leadership of Judge Cony, thoughtful men 
ot Augusta made long advances on the old methods, and to the marvelous develop- 
ment which has attended this department of education in recent decades, the city of 
Augusta has contributed no small share. After the close of the war of 1812-15, the 
great question in Maine was its proposed separation from Massachusetts, and Augusta 
was strongly for separation. Under the first State census taken after the separation, 
the town in 1820 contained 2,457 inhabitants, and the valuation $282,549, both show- 
ing a large increase over the last decade. In this year $1,200 was appropriated for 
schools, $1,500 for the poor, and $2,300 for roads, which figures give a good idea of 
the town's jirogiess and liberality. 

In 1825 a movement of large importance to the interests of Augusta was inau- 
gurated, resulting in the establishment in that year of the Kennebec Journal, than 
which there has since been no more reliable, progressive and valuable paper in the 
State. Its first i^roprietors were Eaton & Severance, and the Journal has gone on 
steadily incieasing its circulation and power. The daily edition was first issued in 
1870, and served to extend its already wide and marked influence. An event of great 
interest at the time, and large consequences since, occurred in 1826, when the steam- 
boat "Legislature" came up the Kennebec to Augusta, from Boston via Portland. 
Since that time steamboat commimication with Boston has constantly kept up and 
this has been a marked influence in the upbuilding of the commercial interests here. 

The location at Augusta of the State Capital was a great benefit to its advance in 
many directions, and all items bearing on this point have a special interest. For over 
a decade after the separation, the State Legislature continued to meet at Portland, 
but it was obvious that this could not continue to be the favored spot, since it was 
indisputably too far from either the geographical or numerical center of the State to 
be considered. Many heated discussions were held in the early Legislatures on this 
important point, whicli was the rock on which one after another they all split. Each 
town which had a ghost of a show was very active and prominent in pushing its own 
claims, promising everything possible and impossible, if it were only made the favored 
spot. The first result which grew out of the discussions was that some place in the 
Kennebec Valley was undeniably considered by the majority as the most desirable 
spot. Then it came to a choice between a number of growing towns in this section, 
Hallowell taking the lead with Augusta a close second. A committee ajipointed by 
the Legislature, in 1821, i-eported in favor of the former place, but the decision was 
altered and deferred from year to year, until finally in 1827, after almost an intermin- 



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105 



able dispute and liard feeling, Augusta was chosen for the site. A large influence in 
deciding this choice was the quiet but powerful words and measures of the able men 
who now as always represented Augusta with unsurpassed devotion and talent, and 
also to the substantiality of the advantages which Augusta possessed. The great 
beauty and value of Weston Hill, which was offered by tiie town as a site, and where 
now the Capitol stands, was an inducement of great weighi. The town also offered 
others of a monetary character, and being as near as possible to both centers, and the 
head of navigation on the Kennebec, it carried off the day with honors, and the wis- 
dom of the choice has since been attended with increasing force as the years have 
clearly shown its advantages. 




THE STATE CAPITOL. 



Among other chai'acteristic movements of the times was the erection of the Uni- 
ted States arsenal in 1828. It was the greatest day the town had ever known, when, 
on July 4th, 1829, the cornerstone of the new Capitol was laid. An immense con- 
course witnessed the military display, which consisted of regiments from other States 
as well as almost all in Maine. Distinguished visitors from all parts of the country- 
were present, and the services were very impressive and appropriate. The leaders of 
the day's celebrations were the able legislators of Augusta, who had done so much in 
securing the occasion, Nathaniel Weston, Reucl "Williams, James Bridge and Henry 
W. Fuller. In 1830 the population had risen to 3,980, and there were already twen- 
ty-three members of the three leading professions situated here. The State House 
was completed in 1832,"at a total cost of $138,991, to which Augusta contributed much 
more than its due share. In extent it is 150x54 feet, the wings being 33x54 feet, and 



106 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 

the central portion 84x56 feet. It sets on a commanding position, and its front is 
beautifully finished ofi"with an arcadedcollonade of eight Doric pillars, 81 feet in height; 
the height of top of cupola is 114 feet from the base; the reception hall is handsome- 
ly finished oflf, and contains statues and paintings of some of Maine's greatest men; 
here also 5»re the flags carried so honorably on many battle-fields by heroic soldier 
sons. The various department rooms and the two legislative halls are thorougly fitted 
up and models in their way. There is a large and valuable State library here under 
able and scientific management. The State House has listened to many powerful and 
noteworthy addresses, and has witnessed some remarkable occurrences. In front of 
it were stationed a large number of volunteer troops, and from its steps have been 
consigned stars and stripes, which were afterward baptized with fire and blood. A few 
years ago it witnessed a bloodless civil war between the two great parties represented 
in the State. One gained an apparent sweeping victory through the State and took 
possession of the State House. But charges of collusion were made and all the 
members-elect of, and those supported by, the other party, took up their headquarters 
on the State House green. By some inexplicnMe turning of the table after a few 
days the party inside was ousted and those outside got possession of the building in 
a body, and for the rest of that year this "anomalous legislature" was of one political 
complexion. 

The year 1827 was not entirely fortunate, though Augusta gained the Capitol in 
that year, for the old Kennebec Bridge, which had stood so many freshets and storms, 
was burned, and a great conflagration causing much damage and loss to Augusta 
ensued. But measures of restoration were immediately begun and in the general re- 
joicing over the victory and the building of the State House, the minor loss was sub- 
ordinate. The year 1834 witnessed the commencement of the building of the Maine 
Insane Hospital, which, in the choice of Augusta as Capital, naturally was located 
here. The work continued for six years, and in 1840 this noteworthy instit^ition was 
completed. It has since been enlarged and improved; its methods have been broad- 
ened and made more scientific with the great advances made by mental science itself, 
and it now ranks among the best and most ably managed in this country. In this first 
year of its operation — 1840 — it treated one hundred and twenty-nine patients, and 
during the year 1887 some seven hundred and fifty-four patients enjoyed its privi- 
leges, which shows its great growth in the last half-century. The present superin- 
tendent is Dr. B. T. Sanborn, who has hail long and thorough experience in the treat- 
ment of mind troubles, and has noticeably affected and improved the entire system 
here since he has taken charge; so that it is now in a most admirable state, and on a 
level with the most approved institutions of the kind. 

The commercial interests of Augusta were largely interested in the building of 
the great dam, which was begun in 1835 and completed in the following year. It 
was a work of great magnitude and required a large outlay, but the value and neces- 
sity of the waterpower had already become evident, and neither the enterprise nor the 
faith of the business men of Augusta was wanting. It did require strong faith, 
however, to believe that a dam powerful enough to resist the tremendous spring 
freshets which occasionally occurred, could be built, and this faith has been tested 



niSTOBICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 107 

many times. In 1839 occurred n gi-eat freshet, which broke and seriously damaged 
the dam in several places as well as considerable property near it on the banks. But 
this disaster did not discourage the people, and the dam was rebuilt stronger the fol- 
lowing season. Another great freshet came in the sprii)g of 1846, but the dam this 
time proved strong enough to withstand it, and less damage was done. A fire at 
the dam in 1850, changed its aspect somewhat, and in 1855 there was another freshet, 
which succeeded in breaking through in several places. But the greatest freshet ever 
known here since the dam was built occurred in 1870. It came with increasing force 
for several days and finally swept away the dam entirely. But it was rebuilt in the 
same year, the people rising to the urgency of the occasion, with greatly increased 
strength, and at a cost of $150,000. So thoroughly was the work done this time that 
though many times since the water and ice have risen high and strong against it, it as 
yet, has stood firm and steadfast. The railroad bridge which was also destroyed in 
1870 was rebuilt at great expense and much more strongly. 

The population in 1840 had increased to 5,314, and the next decade was one of the 
most prosperous in Augusta's history, the population in 1850 having come near its 
high-water mark, being 8,232, and the valuation $2,337,138, a remarkable increase. 
One great and helpful influence to Augusta's business interest during this decade, 
was the work done on the river, toward the broadening and deepening of its channel, 
which was begun in 1845 and has since been continued and renewed with good re- 
sults. In 1848 the incorporation of the Augusta Savings Bank bore witness to the 
increase of wealth among the citizens. But a much more important incorporation 
occurred in 1849, when in response to an urgent appeal the Legislature granted a city 
charter to Augusta. After an interesting and protracted political struggle, General 
Alfred Redington was selected and elected as the first Mayor, and the new city gov- 
ernment was inaugurated with the brightest auspices in 1850. In 1851 an event of 
incalculable importance to the city took place when tiie first railroad train came 
through, upon the opening of the road to Augusta in that year. Since that day the 
commercial life of Augusta, as well as its social and political life, have been most in- 
timately connected with the railroad and has gained much profit therefrom. The year 
1853 was marked by two important events — the occurrence of one of the greatest 
fires the city had ever known, and the arrival and settlement here of the Hon. James 
G. Blaine, who has since brought much fame to the city of his home, and who is 
greatly honored and beloved here. The year 1854 marked the close the first century 
of the city's uninterrupted life and growth, and was celebrate<l with appropriate cere- 
monies. The election of Governor Samuel Cony reflected honor on his native city. 
In 1858, in answer to a pressing need, the erection of a new, larger and stronger 
county jail was begun. 

About the close of this decade the questions of slavery and SecesiJion were be- 
coming topics of burning thought and discussion, and Augusta, naturally, as the Cap- 
itol, became the center of the State-feeling. All the measures of the National and 
State Governments were earnestly watched, and when the call to arms was made in 
1861, this city was among the first and most generous. It became the central rally- 
ing place for the State forces and not only led, but heartily entered many movements 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 



for the advancement of the great cause. The first company here was raised April 22 
1861, by Capt. H. G. Staples, and joined the third Maine Regiment, one of the earliest 
formed and sent to the field, in which there were two Augusta companies. A great 
bivouac and rendezvous camp for the volunteers was made on the State House Green, 
and here, among others, the 7th, 8th, 9th and 11th Regiments were enlisted and dis- 
patched. Later, the 13th, 14th, 15th, 24th, 28th, 29th, 30th and 31st Regiments were 
all organized here and went forth to battle, in all of which and other State regiments 
were gallant sons of Augusta. The record of the city for generosity, the bravery 
and the genius of its officers and men was unsurpassed, and will ever form a bright 

page in the military history of the State. Large 
sums were devoted to bounties, soldiers' families 
and supplies, and active and influential branches 
of the Sanitary and Ladies' Aid Societies were 
situated here. The honor and death list of Au- 
gusta was large, and heavy drafts were made upon 
her affectionate sorrow. The memory of the hon- 
ored dead is preserved not only by a noble monu- 
ment, but also imperishably in the hearts of the 
people. The city had hardly recovered from the 
immediate sense and experience of war and its 
bloody troubles, when, like its sister city, Port- 
land, and soon after her, it also experienced a 
severe baptism of fire. It was in the night of 
September 7, 1866, that this greatest confiagration 
ever known in Augusta broke out, and it lasted 
through a large part of the following day. It 
originated in a large tenement building on Water 
Street, near Oak, and continued its rapid course 
until almost all the business portion of the city 
was laid in ruins, sweeping down botli sides of 
Water Street and laying bare the west side of the 
city from Winthrop Street to Bridge. Every 
bank building in the city, every lawyer's office, as seems always to be the case, 
and almost every building used for business purposes, two large hotels, the Post- 
office and many dwelling-houses, were burned to the ground. In all, eighty-one 
buildings, foity-nine of them of brick, and valuable, were lost, and the total damage 
was estimated at about $500,000, only about half of which was insured. The fire- 
department worked most heroically and deserve the highest praise. With some of 
their apparatus destroyed and much impaired, they kept up a steady and gallant fight 
from the beginning of the fire to the end, and only by the most strenuous efforts 
could the fire be stopped where it was. They ventured on places where death seemed 
certain, and though lielp was gallantly afforded by surrounding towns, bore almost all 
the peril and exhausting toil and won the laurels of enduring praise. Although the 
firemen were of unsurpassed courage and skill, the test of the fire showed that some 




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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 109 

of the methods and appliances then in use were too antiquated, and these faults 
were so thoroughly remedied that the department now ranks with the highest in 
morale and efficiency. This fiery disaster was a great throw-back for the town, and 
one which, though oaet with great courage and energy, has never been entirely recovered 
from. The business men of Augusta immediately formed a committee, and in the 
extraordinary zeal and interest shown in the rebuilding of the burned district and the 
reestablishment of business interests retarded, new avenues of industry were opened 
up and a more energetic spirit fostered, so that the balance of results of the fire was 
not entirely on the debit side. The business section, and Water Street in particular, 
was built up much more substantially than before, and Augusta is certainly a far 
handsomer city by reason of the fire. The extreme care and attention which have 
been brought about in this field by this great disaster, is the city's greatest safeguard 
and assurance against any repetition of it taking place. 

An era of building, not confined to the parts visited by the fire, now set in and the 
year 186S was marked by the erection of many new and beautiful structures. An- 
other evidence of the expanding spirit of the city was shown in 1869, when the Free 
Bridge system was adopted and all the people's hearts gladdened by the removal of 
the tolls. Despite the great freshet of 1870, the city continued to advance through 
the following decade, though more slowly than before the war, and not without suffer- 
ing severe depression through the great financial panics which swept over the country 
at this time. 

In 1880 the population had become 8,666, and it has been increased somewhat 
more rapidly under the better prospects of the present decade, so that it is now in the 
region of 10,000. Liberal appropriations were made last year, and the policy of wise 
and economical generosity maintained. The school department received $20,781.59, 
which was carefully administered, and in every respect this department does credit to 
the long and unremitting efforts to perfect it, which have so generously been bestowed 
by the city and its leading men. There were 2,367 school children in the various dis- 
tricts of the city last year. There are twenty-three districts in all, and the teachers, 
buildings and facilities in each are all of a high order of merit. Especial attention is 
given by the school-board and the supervisor to the securing of first-class teachers, 
and the results as shown in the improvement of the pupils have been very satisfac- 
tory. The system of grading, and studies, are arranged according to the most ap- 
proved educational methods adopted and used in this country. The high school has 
been named in honor of one of Augusta's most distinguished citizens and a liberal 
benefactor of its educational interests, the " Cony Free High School." It is under 
the able superintendence of Mr. Geo. B. Files, who, assisted by a talented corps of 
teachers, has raised it to the highest level of New Eigland's famous public school 
standard. The curriculum is thorough, scientific and practical, fitting either for col- 
lege or for business, and furnishing every ingredient of a good English education. 
Special attention is now being given to the scientific department, and the results at- 
tained both in the case of those who go directly from here to college, and those who 
take a general course as a preparation for business, are highly creditable to the school 
and to the city. The great wealth of Augusta, which has always laid in the character 



110 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 

and ability of its citizens, will be powerfully conserved so long as the present efficient, 
inestimably valuable school-system is preserved. « 

The fire department has been constantly improved ; it is now on a most efficient 
and admirable footing. Last year only $855.16 were needed to maintain it, yet it 
performed every duty with the utmost dispatch and effect, accomplishing a saving of 
many thousands of dollars to the city. The force consists of thirty-two men, (includ- 
ing the chief engineer, Henry T. Morse), divided into two steam fire-engine com- 
panies, with every modern and necessary appliance. There has been much discussion 
in recent years over the water question, and the Augusta Water Company has intro- 
duce its hydrants throughout the city. The completion of this water-work system, 
which draws its supply from the illimitable source of the Kennebec, will mark a great 
advance in the city's life, and contribute no small share to its further progress. 

The sanitary preeminence of Augusta has been long and widely famed. Screened 
from the harsh east winds which devastate the Atlantic coast, it has other marked 
advantages in the great water-course which makes its soil salubrious and its drainage 
perfect. It has added much to the successful life of Augusta as a State Capital that 
it has always enjoyed such unusual health privileges. A local board of health keeps 
a constant watch-care over every possible invasion and spread of infectious diseases. 

One noble institution, which cannot be passed without mention, is the New Eng- 
land branch of the National Military Asylum for disabled soldiers, located at Togus 
Spring, about four miles from Augusta, This was established by act of Congress 
and first opened here in 1866. Four large brick buildings (100x50) in the form of a 
quadrangle were erected here in 1868, and these have been much improved and en- 
larged since. Several hundred invalid veterans here find a quiet home under favorable 
surroundmgs, and every attention is shown to those who risked their all and sacri- 
ficed much ot their life to the interests and safety of their country. 

The social life of Augusta has peculiar features from the fact of its political 
character. Every other winter when the Legislature is in session, the season is a very 
brilliant one, and this gives a much wider and more varied social life than is enjoyed 
by most places of its size. From this fact, also, though there are a number larger, 
there is no city in the Stote that is better known than Augusta. The business streets 
and houses, public buildings and beautiful graded drives, all give one the impression 
of a large and prosperous city, and the visitor is surprised to learn that the population 
is no larger than it is. But, though Augusta has owed much to this periodical acces- 
sion of influential visitors, it has owed far more of its internal development to the 
enterprise and foresight of its own able citizens. These have not spared any effort to 
develop its every resource to the utmost, and to give it every privilege enjoyed by the 
largest cities, and their efforts and sacrifices have been abundantly rewarded, in the 
growing fame, wealth and power of the city. Its handsome appearance and natural 
advantages make it no unworthy Capital for a great and growing State like Maine, 
and it will undoubtedly continue to advance in unison with the State. The business 
interests are now full of life and constantly expanding, and every line of the city's 
affairs are bright with promise. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. Ill 



AUGUSTA WATER WORKS. 



MF there is any one desideratum for the prosperty and thrift of a city or town, it 
is a thorough system of water-works, furnishing an abundant and never failing 
supply of pure water for its inhabitants. Not only does it promote the industries 
and the business industries of the city, but as a sanitary measure alone, a water sys- 
tem is worth many times its cost. But to go still further there is no method yet dis- 
covered which is stich an adequate protection to the ignitable property of a place as 
that furnished by well constructed modern water works. Augusta has but very 
recently completed a water system of which she is justly i^roud, as one of the most 
complete and honestly constructed of any in the country. Today we have a spacious 
reservoir, 24 miles of mains and a pressure of 125 pounds to the square inch on 
Water Street, throwing a stream over the tallest building wiiich can be found on the 
street. The system was built between July and December, 1886, by the Augusta 
Water Company who contracted with Mr. Geo. P. Wescott and Mr. Joseph H. Manley 
of this city to construct the works. Over 700 men were employed in the undertaking, 
which was performed in the most thorough manner regardless of occasional draw- 
backs and obstacles, and is now, when finished, universally regarded as a credit to the 
city. The water is taken from the Kennebec river above the dam and is found upon 
analysis to be extremely pure. It is pumped into a reservoir upon Burnt Hill and 
thence distributed through the pipes as needed. The nature and extent of the works 
can best be understood by a detailed description of tlie main features of the system 
in order. 

The pumps were manufactured by R. D. Wood ifc Co. of Philadelphia, and invented 
by A. Geyelin, a member of the firm. They required 40 tons of pig iron in their 
manufacture and are capable of pumping 2,000,000 gallons in 24 hours under an 
elevation of 300 feet, with perfect ease. The cylinders or valve chests are about five 
feet long, each has 96 brass valves 3 inches in diameter. They weigh about 10,700 
pounds each, are double acting, pumping both ways of the stroke, which is 19 inches ; 
and are both connected with a 12-inch punij). The large gear wheel weighs 4,600 
pounds and is 96 inches in diameter. The running movement of the pumps is 25 
strokes per minute, being capable of pumping against a pressure of 160 pounds to the 
square inch; and they lift 7 tons of water at every stroke. The 12-inch column of 
water in the pumping main travels at the rate ©f three feet per second. The turbine 
wheel which drives the pumps is supplied with power from the Edwards Company's 
canal. It is 72 inches in diameter with 30 phosphor bronze buckets and developes 
175 horse power. A filtering house consuming sofne 90,000 brick, contains two 
circular wells in which is filter material sixteen inches tliick, lying on a perforated 
copper plate, beneath which is a chamber receiving the filtered water in its course to 
the pumping well, surrounding the circular ones, or filterers. The water while filter- 
ing i)a8ses into the circular well above the filter bed, then down through and out into 
the pumping well and is taken from there and thrown into the reservoir. To cleanse 
the filter, the filter water is compelled by a system of gates to pass up and through 



112 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 

the filter bed, washing out all sediment, and is then taken away by a pump erected 
for that purpose and thrown away. This jirocess of cleansing continues until the 
water becomes clear. The filtering beds consist of gravel of different grades thor- 
oughly washed before placed in position, and was obtained at the gravel bank at 
Cnmberland Mills. The reservoir situated on the hill to the south and west of the 
Poor Farm, is 19 feet in height, a prominent object to one looking west from the 
north end or east side. It has a capacity of 8,000,000 gallons, and its bottom has an 
elevation of 307 feet above the Kennebec river below the dam, the top or crest being 
326. Water is held at the elevation of 325 feet above the surface of the river below 
the dam, 290 feet above Water Street at the junction of Bridge, giving 125 pounds 
pressure to the square inch. 

At the elevation of 325 feet the reservoir contains over 6,000,000 gallons, while the 
twelve-inch pipe that supplies it will deliver that and the capacity of the pump 
besides in less than twenty-four hours, if required. In the construction of the reser- 
voir care was taken to make it perfectly water tiglit, and to do this some 7,000 cubic 
yards of clay were used. This clay started from a deep trench beneath the center of 
the embankment and rose to within two feet of the top, making a wall averaging five 
feet in thickness well puddled and rolled. Adjoining this at the surface of the ground, 
after sod and soil had been removed was a two foot thickness of clay passing to the 
inside slope and thence down the slope to another trench, which acted as a footing 
for the gravel and paving. Overlying the entire bottom, clay was puddled at dif- 
ferent depths, according to the nature of the material beneath. 

Inside this clay wall and lining and beneath the paving, above the original surface, 
was placed the best clay material the reservoir site afforded, rolled in layers of eight 
inches depth. The clay wall was rolled in six-inch layers, and not allowed to dry or crack 
in the sun. The poorer material was placed outside of this wall of clay, being 
intended to act as a weight, as it has no effect as a water-tight medium. Surrounding^ 
this embankment on top and the outside slope are some 2,000 cubic yards of loam 
covered with sodding, which is necessary to prevent washing by rains. There are 
now laid 6,839 feet of 12 inch pipe, 1,443 feet of 10 inch pipe, 59,589 feet of 8 inch 
pipe, 44,698 feet of 6 inch pipe, 9,616 feet of 2 inch pipe, 5,295 feet of 1 inch pipe, 
and there are 80 city hydrants and 12 private hydrants. The iron pipe is from the 
manufactory of R. D. Wood & Co., Philadelphia, and is prevented from rusting by a 
process which introduces tar into the pores of the iron under a high temperature. 

The depth of mains below the surface is five feet and a half and is thus below the 
frost. There are gates at each end of the bridge and the 10 inch main which crosses 
can be empted at any time. Gates are placed in the pipe so that the water can be 
shut ofi* from certain sections an^l streets when necessary. The pipe is all tested at a 
pressure of 300 pounds to the square inch, and, in fact, the entire pumping main has 
that strength. The value and usefulness of these water works is now fully demon- 
strated, not only by the constant supply of pure water they afford, but also by the 
fact that they save our citizens $4,000 yearly for insurance premiums, reductions of 
rates having been made by the insurance companies in consequence of this increased 
protection these works bestow against fire losses. The works have also had their 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AUGUSTA. 113 

effect upon the city fire department, which has been enabled to dispense with its 
cumbrous and expensive engines and to substitute a hose cariiage service, making 
use of the numerous hydrants of the water service. 



KENNEBEC LIGHT & HEAT COMPANY. 




^HE Augusta Gas Light Company was incorporated Mircli 9tli, 1853. The city 
was first lighted with gas October 26, of the same year. The Hallowell Gas 
Light Company was incorporated April 8, 1854, the works were built by the same com- 
pany which built the Augusta works, in 1855. The two conipanies were united under 
the name of Augusta and Hallowell Gas Light Co., and the company continued under 
that name until February 4th, 1867, when it was changed to Augusta Gas Light Co., 
and the Hallowell j^ortion of the plant sold to private citizens. The streets of 
Augusta Avere first lighted with gas in 1859. The Legislature, in February 1887, 
chartered the Kennebec Light & Heat Co., and authorized the Augusta Gas Light 
Co. to sell its property and franchise to it. The legislature also gave the Kennebec 
Light & Heat Co. full authority to purchase the property and franchise of the Gar- 
diner Gas Light Co., and gave it authority to furnish light and heat in Hallowell. 
The Kennebec Light and Heat Co. was organized in order to combine the lighting of 
Augusta, Hallowell and Gardiner by gas and electricity under one Corporation. The 
property of the several companies has been transferred to the Kennebec Light & Heat 
Co. Under the new management large suras have been expended in permanent repairs, 
and in a new gas plant. New main pipes for distribution have been laid in the prin- 
cipal streets and a new gas holder of 45,000 cubic feet capacity has been built. This 
holder was built in the most substantial manner of brick and iron. The company, 
also built four large purifiers of the most improved pattern. On the east side of the 
river, the Kennebec Light & Heat Co. have leased from the Edwards Manufacturing 
Co. power and erected a building to generate their electricity. The building is 60 
feet in length and 36 feet wide and one story in height. Two large turbine wheels, 
constructed by Mr. P. C. Holmes of Gardiner, have been placed in one of the new 
flumes and furnish the power for the electric light station. 

During the summer of 1888 a number of street electric lights were put up by the 
company, proving so satisfactory that in the following October a contract was made 
with the city government for 54 arc lights of 2,000 candle power each, to be placed at 
street corners. These lights are equal to 270 gas lamps, furnishing nearly twice the 
former amount of illumination. Besides these some dozen others are owned by 
private parties. Seven of the city lamps, on Water and Cony Streets burn all night, 
at a yearly cost of 1125 each. The others burn from sunset till midnight, and cost 
$75 each per year. 

The company propose to extend their lines, and string their wire so as to furnish 
electricity in Hallowell and Gardiner as well as in Augusta. Both systems of electric 
light are to be used, the arc and incandescent, and one of the most extensive electric 
plants in New England will be established. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



A.UaUSTA. 



E. E. Davis & Co., Clothiei-s and Hatters, 
under Cony House, Augusta. In no branch of 
business at the present day can a man afford to 
abate any appreciable de^ee of exertion to 
push to the front, for competition is brisk and 
enterprising, and if an undertaking, however 
well equipped and apparently secure is left to 
run itself, the consequences are very apt to be 
similar to those of a sailing vessel served in 
the same way, — ruin and destruction. This 
statement is more applicable of course to some 
business pursuits than to others, where there is 
not so much ability required, or where the field 
of operation is larger and less thoroughly work- 
ed, but of none can it be urged with more truth 
and force than in that relating to the handling 
of Clothing, etc., for in this there is apparently 
" war to the knife " declared between rival 
dealers. An establishment devoted to this 
trade in Augusta, which has met with an unu- 
sual degree of success in gaining the favor and 
patronage of the public, is that conducted by 
Messrs. E. E. Davis & Co., located on Water 
Street, under the Cony House. The inaugura- 
tion of this enterprise was in 1879, and the rap- 
id but steady increase that has characterized 
the extension of its trade cannot but be gratify- 
ing to its projectors, however well it may be de- 
served. The store utilized is of the dimensions 
of 27x60 feet, and is well fitted up for the dis- 
play of an exceptionally varied and desirable 
stock of Fine Clothing, Hats, Caps, and Gents' 
Furnishing Goods, having the finest front and 
most attractive display windows in the city, if 
indeed they are equalled in the State. Four 



courteous assistants are employed, and gar- 
ments unexceptional in cut and style may be 
had here, at surprisingly low rates. Especial 
attention is called to the make, trimming and 
fit of their clothing, the better grades being city 
SHOP made, and far superior in style and fit 
to garments usually offered by small manufac- 
turers who are unable to secure the skilled 
help and overseers obtained in large cities, and 
he must be hard to suit indeed, who is not perfect- 
ly satisfied with some one of the many fashion- 
able and beautiful fabrics from which these 
suits are made. New and nobby styles of head 
gear are on hand at all prices, and the line of 
Gents' Furnishings shown comprises all those 
numberless conveniences used by the most care- 
fully dressed. Messrs. Davis & Co.. are highly 
esteemed by the community for their ability 
and probity, and give their personal supervision 
to all the business of their establishment, 
thereby insuring perfect content on the part of 
their numerous patrons, who are drawn from 
within a radius of fifty miles of Augusta. The 
policy upon which their business is conducted 
is characterized by liberality and the careful fos- 
tering of the interests of their patrons, so that 
transactions once entered into with this house 
may be not only pleasant for the time being, but 
permanently. The individual members of the 
firm are Messrs. E. E. & W. H. Davis, the first 
having been engaged in the Clothing business 
nearly seventeen years, and the latter nine. 
Both are well known and highly respected citi- 
zens and business men of this city. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



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Lord & Liowell, Watches, Clocks and 
Jewelry, Water Street, Under Cony House. 
Among the best known and most reliable estab- 
lishments of the kind in Augtista, is that now 
conducted by Messrs. Lord & liOwell, centrally 
located on Water Street, under the Cony House. 
This establishment has a well-earned reputation 
for the excellence of its wares, and the fidelity 
with which work entrusted to it is performed, 
hence its business is prosperous and steadily 
increasinor. This house was first established in 
1883 by Messrs. Wheeler & Lord and success- 
fully conducted by them until 1887, when the 
firm-name was changed to its present style of 
Lord & Lowell. With the advancement of any 
community in wealth, intelligence, and culture, 
the fine arts of decoration and adornment pros- 
per, and the skill and taste of the jeweler is 
brought more constantly and generally into 
requisition. Twenty years ago it would have 
been impossible to have found customers for 
that class of goods which are now really in the 
greatest demand. The stock carried by Messrs. 
Loi'd & Lowell, comprise the finest grades of 
Watches, Clocks, Silver Ware, and a beautiful 
and unique selection of Jewelry, calculated to 
please the most fastidious. The premises 
occupied comprise a store 20x50 feet in dimen- 
sions, a part of which is neatly fitted up as an 
optical room, where a fine stock of Spectacles, 
Eyeglasses, etc., is displayed. The entire 
management of both Jewelry and Optical 
departments is under the personal direction of 
the proprietors. Messrs. Lord & Lowell are 
both natives of Maine, and men of judgment 
and sound business principles, and of exquisite 
taste in the selection of their stock. 



Daniel A. Cony & Co., Groceries, Corn, 
Flour, Hair, Lime, Cement, Hides, Wool, Wool 
Skins, Fertilizers, Grass Seed and Hay, Corner 
Cony and Bangor Streets, East Side. The num- 
ber of concerns in this country engaged in 
handling what is known as "staple" com- 
modities, is of course something enormous, for 
where there is a population of 60,000,000 souls 
to be fed, clothed and otherwise provided for, it 
is evident that there must be many hands to do 



the work. As a genernl rule the merchants of 
the United States are enterprising, sagacious 
and perfectly reliable, so that it requires a 
special degree of excellence to attain distinction 
when the average is so high, and therefore, 
those firms which liave gained prominence are 
all the more worthy of mention. It is a well- 
known matter of fact, that so prodigal is Ceres 
in her bounty in the State of Maine, that there 
are many stores which are the i-endezvous of 
the farmers with harvests of grain and produce. 
The prominent position which the house of 
Daniel A. Cony & Co., occupies among the 
representative firms of Augusta, deserves dis- 
tinguished mention, and admirably supports 
the statement we have just made. Jfo history 
of Augusta's moie prominent business houses 
would be complete without mention of that con- 
ducted by the above named firm. The prem- 
ises utilized comprise three floors of the dimen- 
sions of 22x65 feet, as well as three large store- 
houses; the stock always on hand being Grocer- 
ies, Corn, Flour, Hair. Lime, Cement, Hides, 
Wool, Wool Skins, Fertilizers, Grass Seed and 
Hay. Employment is afforded to five efficient 
assistants, and both a wholesale and retail busi- 
ness is done, the transactions being by no 
means confined to this city alone, but reaching 
all over the entire county. The firm is made 
up of Messrs. Daniel A. and Frederick Cony, 
both of whom are too well known personally 
to require further mention. The advantages 
offered to purchasers are such as can only be 
extended by houses doing a large and growing 
business, and whether a large or small quantity 
of goods are wanted, it will be found advisable 
to deal with this enterprising concern, for 
orders are promptly, carefully and honestly 
filled, and the lowest mai-ket rates are strictly 
adhered to. Family Groceries are handled 
extensively, and the prices quoted on these 
goods, together with the excellent quality of 
the commodities furnished, have resulted in 
making this the most popular department of its 
kind in the city. Through strict personal 
attention to their business and liberal dealings 
with the public, this firm has acquired a reputa- 
tion not to be equaled by any similar concern in 
the entire State. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 




VIEW OF WATER STREET, COR. BRIDGE STREET. 



Cbas, M. Sturjjis, Furniture, Curtains, 
Curtain Fixtures, Coffins, Caskets and Robes, 
173 Water Street, Augusta. This house was es- 
tablished in 1883, and from its inception has en- 
joyed a steadily increasinjr trade. The premises 
located at No. 173 Water Street, comprise three 
floors, each 25x65 feet in dimensions, with a 
basement of the same size, and a large store- 
house outside, which are well arranged for the 
conduct of the business in all its branches. A 
large and well-assorted stock of Furniture is 
always to be found here, comprising Parlor, 
Dining-room, Chamber and Hall Furniture, 
Curtains, Carpets and Draperies, Curtain Fix- 
tures, etc. These include new and original de- 
signs, and are elegantly finished and upholsteied 
in costly and medium priced fabrics, compris- 
ing all the elements of attractive appearance, 
durability and usefulness. The large retail 
trade of this house requires tlie employment of 
thoroughly capable and experienced clerks. 
Mr. Chai'les M. Sturgis also deals in Coffins, 
Caskets and Robes of which he constantly car- 
ries a large and complete assortment. Mr. Stur- 
gis is a native of Fairfield, Me., and is a mem- 
ber of the Free Masons and Knights of Pythias. 
He is a practical business man and gives it his 
close personal attention, a fact which insures 
all customers the most perfect satisfaction. 
This house occupies an important and well- 
recognized positirm in the trade, and as such 
we recommend it to our readers. Mr. Sturgis 
is polite and attentive to all and is well-fitted 
by long experience for successfully carrying on 
the business, and well deserves the confidence, 
consideration and esteem he enjoys, which has 
resulted in a large trade throughout this section. 



F. W. Mathews, Hats and Furs, also a full 
line of Gent's Furnishing Goods. Trunks and 
Bags, Water St. A hat being as it were the finish- 
iugtouchon amaii's costume, naturally attracts 
a degree of attention out of all proportion toit& 
apparent importance, and a person who would 
look well dressed with a '"shocking bad hat" on 
would certainly merit a position in some museum 
as a rnra avi'i. On the other hand, a fashionable 
and well-made hat will do much towards making- 
any one presentable, and thus no portion of the 
costume merits more careful attention. In order 
to be sure of obtain ng an article of head-gear 
suited to one's individual peculiarities, an es- 
tablishment carrying a Irtrge and varied stock 
should be patronized, such a one, in fact as is 
conducted by Mr. Fred W. Mathews, cor. Water 
and Bridge Sts. This gentleman has conducted 
the enterprise in question since 1881, having as- 
sumed entire control of it on the retirement in 
1884, of Mr. Upham. The premises utilized are 
20x40 ft. in area, and the stock comprises Hats, 
Caps and Furs of all kinds, it will be found full 
and complete in all its branches, and the long 
established reputation of this house for hand- 
ling none but reliable goods is sufficient proof, 
if proof be needed, that this is a most desirable 
place at which to trade. Mr. Mathews is one of 
our truly representative citizens, being a native 
of this city, and having a large circle of friends 
and patrons here. He transacts a laige and 
ever-increasing business, a fact which enables 
him to keep his ever-changing stock replete 
with all the very latest styles and novelties. 
All callers may feel assured of prompt and 
willing attention and careful consideration of 
their needs. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



117 



H. S. Blaisdell, Dealer in Fine Ready- 
Made Clothinj; and Gent's Furnishing Goods, 
Under Hotel North, Augusta. First impres- 
sions are actually of much more importance 
than most people are willing to acknowledge, 
for although we all wish that others should 
believe us to be in the habit of forming an 
opinion of a person or a thing only after 
mature consideration, as a matter of fact, in the 
majority of cases our judgment is very apt to 
be considerably influenced by first appearances 
and first thoughts. Everybody knows that a 
well-dressed man can go where a badly dressed 
one would not be permitted, and as it is in this 
■case, so it is in others, it is for the advantage of 
all of us to wear well-made and fashionable 
Clothing. But before it can be worn it must be 
bought, and one of the best places that we 
know of in this section of the city at which to 
procure anything of this kind is the establish- 
ment of Mr. H. S. Blaisdell, located Under 
Hotel North, Water Street, Augusta. Business 
was began by this gentleman in 18S4, and he 
lias steadily increased the scope of his opera- 
tions until they have reached their present 
magnitude. He is a native of Maine and well 
known in this city and vicinity A store and 
basement are occupied, each of the dimensions 
of 2.5x()0 feet and a very fine stock of Clothing 
is exhibited, also Gentlemen's Furnishing 
Goods, embracing all the latest fashionable 
novelties in these lines. Two experienced and 
polite assistants are at hand to serve customers 
with the utmost celerity, and every effort is 
made to satisfy all. The prices are very reason- 
able and the goods the best the market affords. 
Also a branch store in Skow began at 104 Water 
Street, next door to the Post Office. 



Smith & Reid, State Book Binders, and 
Manufacturers of Blank Books Ruled to any 
Pattern, Magazines, Law and Library Books, 
Music, etc., Bound to Pattern Previous Vol- 
umes, Works of Art Bound in the Most Elabor- 
ate Styles if Desired. Allen's Block, Augusta. 
Book-Binding is much more of an art than the 
majority of people are aware of, but every 
lover of reading knows the luxury of using a 
volume that is bound as it should.be, that is to 
say, so bound that it will stay open at any 
point, be durable and agreeable to the touch 
and capable of standing rough usage without 
serious injury. The firm of Smith & Reid, 
State Book-Binders, is doubtless one of the best 
known concerns in New England, engaged in 
this line of business, and since operations were 
begun in 1854, the firm name then being Hart- 
ford & Smith, a very important and extensive 
trade has been built up. The present firm has 
been in existence since 1880. Mr. Reid entering 
as partner in that year, and being the active 
member of the firm, having adopted this trade 
since he was a boy, and through hard work 
and perseverance has made an everlasting 
reputation as an expert Book-Binder. Both 
members of the firm ai-e Free Masons and Odd 
Fellows, Mr. Reid also being an A. O. U. W., 
Knight of Honor, and a native of St. John, N. 
B. Mr. Smith was born in this city, having 
formerly been connected with the old dry goods 
firm of Fowler, Hamlen ife Smith, till he 
severed his connection with the firm, going 



West, where he remained for two years. He 
returned to Augusta in 188.5 and is one of the 
city's smartest and most popular business men. 
The premises utilized are of the dimensions of 
40x(i5 feet, and the most improved and efficient 
machinery is employed, 4-horse power being 
required to run the same. Not only Book- 
Binding, but also Blank Book Manufacturing is 
extensively engaged in, and a specialty is made 
of the Ruling of Blank Books to order. Maga- 
zines. Law and Library Books, Music, etc., will be 
bound to correspond with previous volumes, 
and at rates that will bear the severest com- 
parison witli those of other houses. Mr. Reid 
is one of Augusta's most spirited and respected 
business men, and is also one of the city's 
officials, being a member of the City Council, 
and Director of the Building Association, lias 
always in view everything pertaining to the well- 
fare of this thriving jjlace, is also a stockholder 
of the new Trotting Association, and is 
altogether a citizen who is counting his friends 
by the score, who is an honor to the city, and 
through his own exertions, " a self made man." 



C. N. Hamlen, Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Corner of Bridge and Water Streets, Augusta. 
In every city and in every town, too, for that 
matter, there are certain houses, that are so 
well known in connection with special lines 
of trade, that a native or old resident cannot 
think of one without thinking of the others 
also, and it is just this knowledge, that the 
stranger in a city does not get, and is therefore 
under a disadvantage, when purchases are to be 
made. However, hero in Augusta when one 
who is acquainted thinks of Underwear, 
Hosiery and Fancy Goods in general, the firm 
name of C. N. Hamlen, Corner of Water and 
Chestnut Streets, comes into his mind for the 
simple reason that the two are so intimately 
connected that this result is inevitable. This 
well-known house was established over fifty 
years ago by the father of the present pro- 
prietor, Mr. C. N. Hamlen, who assumed full 
proprietorship about ten years ago, and has 
continued the business in the same liberal 
manner. A large and thriving business has 
been built up by energy, enterprise, and a care- 
ful study of the public needs, and the trade is 
still increasing with the city's growth. The 
premises occupied cover an area of 25x55 feet, 
and employment is afforded to five courteous 
and efficient clerks. A large stock is on hand, 
comprising everything in the line of Dry and 
Fancy Goods, and these articles are sold at a 
very small margin. Mr. Hamlen, being a 
shrewd business man, knowing the Dry Goods 
business thoroughly, believes in " quick sales 
and small profits," and as a consequence the 
stock is constantly fresh and new. Mr. Hamlen 
was born in this city and, as might be supposed, 
being liberal in his dealings, genial and court- 
eous to visitors, buyer or no buyer, he 
counts his friends and customers by the score, 
and his success in business is therefore justly 
deserved, as he always has given close personal 
attention to every detail of his business, there- 
by showing his ability and justly-wqn name as 
one of Augusta's most industrious business 
men and citizens. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 




A. li. Wells & Co., Dealers in Parlor, Cham- 
ber and all kinds of Common Furniture, Coffins, 
Caskets and Burial Robes a specialty, No. 7 
Bridge's Block, Water Street. Augusta. For 
over half a century has the enterprise conduct- 
ed by Messrs. A. L. Wells & Co., been in opera- 
tion, and those at all familiar with the under- 
taking need not be told that it ranks with the 
most truly representative of our city houses. 
Founded in 1837, by C. R. & H. N. Wells, this 
business has steadily grown from small begin- 
nings until now the puemises occupied comprise 
five floors and abasement of the dimensions of 
30x60 feet, and emploj^ment is given to eight as- 
sistants, both a wholesale and retail trade being 
carried on. Sept. 1st, 1888, the firm of C. R. & 




H. N. Wells dissolved, and since then Mr. A. L. 
Wells, the present proprietor, has conducted 
the business under the firm name of A. L. Wells 
& Co. He was born in this city, and is too well 
known here personally to render any further 
comment necessary. He handles Furniture of 
every description, including Folding Chairs, 
Rattan Goods, Parlor and Chamber Sets, etc., 
and no house in this State is in a position to 
oflFer more genuine bargains, or is worthy of 
more absolute confidence. Tlais may seem an 



unqualified endorsement, and so it undoubted- 
ly is and is meant to be, for it is impossible for 
any fair-minded and unprejudiced person to in- 
vestigate the past record and future prospects 
of this concern, without feeling that it is deserv- 
ing of the most liberal support, and that the in- 
ducements offered by it are worthy the atten- 
tion of every intelligent buyer. Besides hand- 
ling Furniture, Mr. Wells is a competent Fune- 
ral Director, and extensive dealings are had iia 




Coffins, Caskets. Hurial Robes, etc., a large stock 
of these goods being carried, and the prices on 
the same being placed at remarkably low fig- 
ures. No 7 bridge's Block. Water Street, is the 
address of Messrs. A. L. Weils & Co., and no 
one wanting anything in their line can afford to 
pass this establishment. Mr. Wells has been in 
the Furniture business since the end of the 
war, having been with the well-known Furni- 
ture house of Messrs Blake & Co., of Lewiston, 
Me., for sixteen years. He carried a gun in the 
war when only sixteen years old; he belongs to 
the G. A. H., and is also a member of the Free 
Masons and Odd Fellows. That he thoroughly 
understands the business is evident from the 
importance it has attained among similar enter- 
prises in this section, and the prices quoted on 
the goods show that he is prepared to meet all 
competition. Patrons are assured prompt and 
satisfactory service. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



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NEW POST-OFFICE BUILDING, WATEK STREET. 



Ghas. K. Partridge, Druggist, Water 
Street, Corner Market Square, aud 0pp. New 
Post Office. This gentleman is one of the best- 
known pharmacists in the State, and the estab- 
lishment conducted by liim on Water Street at 
the Corner of Market Square, directly opposite 
the new Post Office building, is known as one 
of the best appointed in this section. He has 
worked hard to serve his patrons faithfully and 
well, has spared neither time nor expense in 
supplying the very best accommodations obtain- 
able, and has succeeded in establishing a large 
trade which steadily grows from year to year. 
But what is even more gratifying than this 
liberal support is the entire confidence that is 
freely manifested in this establishment by those 
who are best acquainted with its resources, and 
the methods pursued in its management, which 
fairly justify the title of '• Partridge's Old Reli- 
able Drug Store." Mr. Charles K. Partridge 
bought in 1865 the old drug stand, established 
in 1828, on the opposite corner of Market 
Square, where now is located one of E. C. 
Allen's great publishing houses. The conflagra- 
tion of that year swept away his store and 
stock but he secured a lease of his present store 
in Granite Hall Block, then in process of con- 
struction, temporarily locating his business in 
Bridge's Block until his new store was com- 
pleted and ready for occupancy in the spring of 
1866. In 1874 his brother was admitted to the 
business and the firm name became Partridge 
Brothers, but in 1887 Mr. C. K. Partridge again 



assumed full proprietorship, and the record of 
faithful and continuous service from the first is 
one of which he has every reason to be proud. 
The premises measure 24 x 70 feet and contain a 
heavy and varied stock of Drugs, Medicines, 
Chemicals, Proprietary Articles, Atlas Paints, 
Oils and Fancy Goods (for Toilet and similar pur- 
poses.) Mr. Partridge's prices are very moderate 
aud his goods are sure to prove as represented in 
every instance. The facilities at hand for the 
prompt and accurate comi^ounding of physi- 
cian's prescriptions are hardly susceptible of 
improvement, and special attention is given 
to the filling of all such orders. The store and 
laboratory of Mr. Partridge are models of com- 
pleteness and convenience. The valuable stock 
of fresh and reliable drugs, medicines and fancy 
articles is tastefully displayed, and an elegant 
soda fountain is a notable feature of the 
establishment. Experienced assistants are 
employed, the prescription department, how- 
ever, being under the close personal super- 
vision of the proprietor. Mr. Partridge 
is a well-known and lifelong resident of 
Augusta. He was appointed by the Governor 
one of the three Commissioners of Pharmacy, 
on the enactment of the Pharmacy Law in 1877, 
and was first Secretary and afterward President 
of the Board until his resignation from the 
commission. Mr. Partridge prepares many- 
specialties in Medicines of his own invention 
which are favorably known, among them the 
" U. S. Gold" Remedies. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 





Gay & Parsons, Man- 
ufacturers, Augusta Ma- 
chine Works, Augusta. In 
the manufacture of hard- 
ware specialties this firm 
occupy .so prominent a po- 
sition as to demand more 
than brief notice in this 
work. The business was 
first commenced in 1879, 
and both gentlemen having 
a practical knowledge of 
the work, a persevering en- 
ergy, and an ambition to 
succeed, have combined in 
making it a prominent fac- 
tor of the business world. 
The premises occupied by 
this house are located on 
Khines' Hill. Their build- 
ings are fitted up with 
every convenience for the 
execution of the various 
manufactures, the machiu- 
eiy being all of the most 
approved designs. From 
twelve to fifteen hands are 
employed by the firm, 
many of whom are experts 
in their special branches of 
the industry. Two floors, 
30x60 feet, are occupied. 
Specialties: all kinds of 
Machine Works, and have 
manufactured for the last 
ten years the "Double Ac- 
tion Ratchet Screw Driver," 
on that alone have some- 
times employed thirty men. 
Have been located in Au- 
gusta in same business 
since 1879. The present 
shop, since 1888. has been 
located on Rhines' Hill. 
We desire to call special 
attention to some of the 
points of real merit that 
make the Ratchet Screw 
Driver a favorite with me- 
chanics, amateurs, and all 
who have occasion to use 
similar tools. The ratchet 
mechanism consists of the 
well-known system of 
Square Toothed Ratchet 
and pawls, which has stuod 
the test of ages, and 
has become the accepted 
and acknowledged stand- 
ard wherever ratchet move- 
ment is required. In ap- 



plying this principle to our Driver we have 
been able to arrange and proportion the vari- 
ous parts so as to combine the greatest possi- 
ble Strength and Durability, and still retain 
that symmetry of form and elegance of style so 
desirable and necessary in first-class tools. 
Their ratchets and pawls are made from Bar 
Steel, and are Extra Long, giving a great 
length of bearing to resist strain and wear. 
The Blades are hand-forged from the best qual- 
ity of steel, carefully tempered and tested. 
The best of material is used throughout. Geo. 
E. Gay was born in Thomaston, Me., and is a 
member of the United Friends. J. H. Parsons 
was born in Harrison, Me., and is a member of 
the Masonic Lodge and United Friends. 

A. J. Hall, Merchant Tailor, 153 Water 
Street, Augusta. With a thorough knowledge 
of the business, and having acquired the repu- 
tation of expert, as a cutter of fashionable cus- 
tom clothing, Mr. A. J. Hall has established, at 
153 Water Street, what is now one of the most 
popular Tailoring establishments in the city. 
It is doubtless equal in every appointment to 
any other in this line in Augusta, and is well 
arranged for the display of stock. The line of 
goods carried is such as to meet the wants of 
the most fastidious and fashionable. The 
stock of woolens, both foreign and domestic, 
shown by Mr. Hall, is from the best manufac- 
turers in America and England, and it embraces 
all the latest novelties. The business was es- 
tablished in 1883, by Mr. Hall, who has ac- 
quired a well-deserved reputation for strict 
attention to business, liberality in all dealings, 
and care in the fit and fashion of garments, 
which qualities are guaranteed perfectly satis- 
factory, this fact having had much to do with 
the success which he has attained. 



C. B. Savage, Dealer in Fine Groceries, 
Flour of all Grades, Selected Teas, Coffees, 
Spices, Meats, etc., also the Celebrated Colburn 
Butter. Among the many houses in Augusta 
that carry a superior grade of Groceries and 
Provisions that now conducted by Mr. C B. 
Savage, located on Cony Street, deserves special 
mention. This house was established in 1867 by 
Green & Haskell, and in 1887 Mr. C. B. Savage 
assumed full proprietorship and has by energy 
and perseverance, attained the position he now 
occupies among the business men of Augusta. 
The business premises occupied by him com- 
prise two floors, each 20x60 feet in dimensions, 
and are admirably arranged for his trade, 
having all necessary facilities for carrying on 
the business. Courteous and obliging assistants 
are constantly employed, while the stock em- 
braces all kinds of staple and fine Groceries, 
Flour of all grades, Selected Teas, Coifees and 
Spices, Fresh and Canned Fruits, Vegetables, 
Meats, etc. A specialty is also made of the 
celebrated Coburn Butter, his facilities for 
handling and furnishing choice goods being 
unsurpassed in this section of the city. Mr. 
Savage is an energetic gentleman of long ex- 
perience in his business, to which he devotes 
his close personal attention thus insuring per- 
fect satisfaction in all respects to his numerous 
patrons. Mr. Savage is a native of Augusta and 
well deserves the success he has attained. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



121 



The Fuller Drug- Store, Established 
1819, Frank R. Partridge, Apothecary, Augusta. 
As an important factor in the growth and 
general progress of the city, the drug trade 
has played no insignificant part as can be 
illustrated by the detailed history of the 
above house, which was established in 1819, by 
Mr. Eben Fuller, and popularly known as the 
Fuller Drug Store. Since 1887 this establish- 
ment has been under the management of its 
present proprietor, Mr. Frank R. Partridge. It 
is located on Water Street, Augusta, occupying 
the first floor, which is 25xn0 feet, with a com- 
modious basement for additional storage. He 
carries an extensive and complete stock of 
Drugs of all descriptions, pure and unadulter- 
ated Chemicals, Patent Medicines, Perfumery, 
Combs, Sponges, Brushes, Soaps, etc., etc., and 
a handsome and elegant assortment of Toilet and 
Fancy Articles, with all such goods as are to be 
found in a well-regulated establishment of this 
kind. There is also carried an assortment of Cut 
Flowers and Floral Designs for any occasion at 
short notice. Two clerks are employed and cus- 
tomers are served and orders filled with the most 
px'ompt and courteous attention. The most 
watchful care is exercised under all circum- 
stances, and particular attention paid to com- 
pounding Physicians' Prescriptions, in the 
preparation of which the utmost accuracy and 
greatest care is shown, using only the purest 
Drugs and Chemicals, thereby enjoying the con- 
fidence of all the physicians in thu city. Mr. 
Partridge is a native of Augusta, and a member 
of the Masonic Order. He is an experienced 
and practical apothecary, winning success by 
"well-directed personal efforts and a determined 
endeavor to promote the interests of his 
patrons. 



liUCius Hill, Dealer in Flour and Choice 
Family Groceries, Water Street, Augusta. As 
a source of food supplies of every kind, the 
city of Augusta will be seen through these 
pages to possess advantages equal if not 
superior to many cities of greater size. Among 
the numerous houses engaged in this line, vve 
note that of Mr. Lucius Hill, which is located 
on Water Street, and which was established in 
1S8G, by the present enterprising manager, and 
has since its start become well and favorably 
known throughout the community for the fine 
quality of its goods as well as the reasonable 
prices maintained. The store which is 20x60 
feet in dimensions has a large basement for 
storage, and is admirably arranged for the dis- 
play of goods dealt in, being finely and fully 
stocked with a carefully selected line of Choice 
Family Groceries and Flour. Families are sup- 
plied with Choice Butter, Fresh Eggs, Fine 
Teas, Pure Coffee and Spices, Sauces, Pickles, 
Preserves, etc. Two efficient assistants are 
employed to wait upon customers, and all 
orders are carefully filled and promptly deliv- 
ered. Mr. Hill is a native of Vermont and a 
member of the Free Masons. We can com- 
mend his house to the attention of our readers 
believing as we do that his facilities, goods and 
terms, are sure to be found desirable, and 
highly satisfactory, and knowing him to be an 
honorable and liberal gentleman in all business 
transactions. 



R. W. Soule, Commission Merchant and 
Auctioneer, Wholesale Dealer in Produce, 
Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Allen's Block, 
Water Street, Aug\xsta. The swift and cheap 
transportation offered now by railways, steam- 
boats, etc., has rendered possible and in fact 
common place many wonderful things, and not 
the le<)st surprising of these is the bringing of 
many tropical fruits, and other productions, to 
our very doors. As such perishable articles 
require prompt and careful handling, in order 
to retain their marketable qualities, there has 
been gradually brought into operation a most 
admirable and complete system, which puts 
them before consumers with the greatest pos- 
sible expedition and economy, but which our 
space forbids more than this allusion. Among 
the Wholesale and Retail Commission Mer- 
chants. Auctioneers, and Dealers in Produce, 
Foreign and Domestic Fruits, etc., in Augusta, 
the house of R. W. Soule holds a high position, 
and since its establishment in 1885 by its pres- 
ent proprietor it has built up a very extensive 
trade. Mr. Soule is a native of Maine and a 
prominent member of the Odd Fellows. The 
four floors and two basements, each 40x60 feet 
in size, occupied by Mr. Soule and located in 
Allen's Block, Water Street, is well stocked 
with a seasonable supply of Produce, etc., in- 
cluding immense quantities of Fruit in its sea- 
son. Tiiree experienced clerks are constantly 
employed and the house is in the possession of 
every facility for procuring and handling these 
delicacies, and customers are found throughout 
the entire State, and are being constantly added 
to, as the many advantages held by Mr. Soule 
are better understood and appreciated. 



Johnson & Percival, Successors to Ken- 
nebec Confectionery ManTy. Manufacturers of, 
and Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Pure 
Candies, Plain and Fancy Cake and Ice Cream 
Made to order. No. 117 Water Street. Among 
the varied industries pursued in Augusta, the 
house of Messrs, Johnson & Percival, Manufac- 
turers and Dealers in Pure Candies holds a 
prominent place in the trade centre. This 
establishment was first established under the 
title of the Kennebec Confectionery Manufac- 
tory, and so conducted until 1886, when Messrs. 
Johnson & Percival assumed full control of the 
business, and during the time since elapsed 
have most ably managed their establishment 
which is located at No. 117 Water Street and 
comprises three floors each covering an area of 
20x60 feet. The extensive manufacturing 
wholesale and retail trade transacted by this 
firm requires the services of five very capable 
and thoroughly experienced assistants. The 
energies of the house are devoted to the manu- 
facture of Pure Candies of every description, 
and Plain and Fancy Cake and Ice Cream are 
made to order in any quantity. Therefore we 
take pleasure in calling the attention of our 
many readers to this first-class and thoroughly 
reliable establishment. The pi'oprietors are 
Mr. J. L. Johnson and Mr. H. W. Percival, both 
natives of Maine, and well known citizens of 
Augusta. Mr. Percival is a member of the 
United Workmen. 



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CLARK'S PATENT DROP AXLE DELIVERY WAGON, 

Manufactured by HIRAM CLARK, Augusta, Me. 



The advantage over all other lovr delivery 
wagons consists in the peculiar construction of 
the combination fifth wheel and the low straight 
line draft attachment, the Drop Axle and Fifth 
Wheel Combination being so arranged that the 
wagon can be turned around in a very small 
compass, while the shafts or pole are attached 
at such a point on the drop of axle that a low 
straight-line draft is obtained, which makes the 
wagon haul very light and easy. The body 
rests alike on both axles and only 24 inches 
from the ground, therefore it can be loaded 
and unloaded with very little lifting, also avoid- 
ing the tiresome necessity of climbing off and 
on a high wagon to deliver goods. In the 
manufacture of these wagons great care is taken 
in the selection of stock; nothing but the very 
best oak and hickory is used, and the iron work 
is nicely forged and fitted so as to obtain the 
greatest amount of strength and durability. 
The Drop Axle Delivery Wagon is the most 
desirable wagon for delivering goods ever 
offered to the public. Patented Jan. 31, 1888. 
Manufactured by Hiram Clark, 29 Water Street, 
Augusta, Me. 



Geo. (/. Libby, Dealer in fine Groceries 
and Provisions, Meats of all Kinds, Grain, Feed, 
Cordage, Lime and Cement, 131 Water Street, 
Augusta. The number of concerns in this 
country, engaged in handling what are known 
as "staple" commodities is, of course, some- 
thing enormous, for where there is a population 
of over 60,000,000 souls to be fed, clothed and 
otherwise provided for, it is evident that there 
must be many hands to do the work. As a gen- 
eral rule the merchants of the United States 
are enterprising, sagacious and perfectly reliable, 
so that it requires a special degree of excellence 
to attain distinction, when the average is so 
high and therefore, those firms which have 
gained prominence are all the more worthy of 
mention. One of the foremost of these in this 
city is that now conducted by Mr. Geo. C. 
Libby, engaged in the retail trade of Groceries 
and Provisions, Flour, Grain, Lime, Cement, 



Field and Garden Seeds, at No. 131 '* Water 
Street, for the articles handled by him are 
"staple" in the full sense of the term, being 
uniformly excellent in quality, and such as are 
indispensable in every family. The enterprise 
now carried on by Mr. Libby was founded by 
B. Libby & Co., who gave place to the present 
proprietor in 1887. The premises utilized by 
him comprise two floors and basement each 
22x60 feet in size, and are fully stocked with 
complete lines of the goods handled. Employ- 
ment is given to a sufficient force of assistants,, 
and the service is prompt and courteous. Mr. 
Libby is a native of Augusta, and so well 
known in this community as to hardly need 
personal mention at our hands. He is a prom- 
inent member of the Free Masons, and a thor- 
oughly reliable and well-known citizen and 
business man of Augusta. 



D. Knowlton & Son, Coffins and Caskets, 
Water and Oak Streets, Augusta. If any enter- 
pi'ise is entitledto prominence and confidence 
that of Messrs. D. Knowlton & Son can cer- 
tainly make such claim, as it ranks among the 
most reliable Coffin and Casket Manufacturing 
establishments in this city. This business was 
established in 1822 by the senior partner of the 
present firm and during the sixty-seven years 
elapsed since then, this house has under its 
energetic and capable management enjoyed an 
uninterrupted success. The proprietors possess 
an extensive experience in all branches of their 
business, and by care and industry they have 
built up a larsie and steadily increasing retail 
trade in all styles of Coffins and Caskets. The 
premises utilized for this business are located 
on Oak Street, and comprise three floors each 
60x25 feet in dimensions and are equipped with 
every necessary requisite for the proper con- 
duct of the business. Every department of the 
enterprise is in fact well organized and under a 
thorough control. Mr. Chas. Knowlton is a 
native of Augusta and enjoys a high reputation 
as a citizen and reliable business man. 



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B. F. Parrott & Co., Wholesale Flour, 
Grain and Feed, Augusta. One of Augusta's 
old-established enterprises is that conducted by 
Messrs. B. F. Parrott & Co., on Water Street, 
for it is over 30 years since this undertaking was 
begun, it having been founded in 1858. The 
concern does a wholesale business, handling 
Flour, Grain, Corn, Oats, Shorts, etc., very 
extensively, and occupying two floors of the 
dimensions of 55x100 feet, respectively. A 
well appointed Grist Mill is run in connection 
with the enterprise, so that Messrs. B. F. Par- 
rott & Co., are certainly in a position to supply 
anything in their line at manufacturers' prices. 
The flour produced by this house is in active 
demand among retailers, for they have found it 
to be a favorite article with their customers, 
who appreciate a fresh and pure article. 
Horse-owners, Stablekeepers, etc., also express 
a decided preference for the Feed coming from 
this concern as they say it is more uniform 
in quality thau any they are able to obtain 
elsewhere. However this may be, it is at all 
events sure that Messrs. B. F. Parrott & Co., do 
a very large business, and spare no pains to 
give their customers entire satisfaction. Or- 
ders are filled at very short notice and the low- 
est market rates are invariably quoted at this 
establishment. 



A. D. Ward, Formerly of Ward & Cogan, 
Plumbing and Steam Heating, Furnaces, Ranges 
and Kitchen Goods, Hardware, Iron and Steel, 
Paints, Oils and Varnishes, Carriage Stock, 
Agricultural and Carpenters' Tools, Cutlery, 
&c., 163 Water Street, Augusta. Mr. A. D. 
Ward needs no introduction to our Augusta 
readers for they will remember him as a mem- 
ber of the firm of Ward & Cogan as well as by 
the accommodations he has extended to the 
public since inaugurating his present enterprise 
in 1887. Mr. Ward was born in this city and is 
connected with the Free Masons. For a num- 
ber of years he has been prominently identified 
with the Plumbing, and Steam Heating business, 
and no man is considered a more competent au- 
thority on such subjects. His establishment at 
163 Water Street comprises five flooi-s of the 
dimensions of 20x.55 feet, and contains an unusu- 
ally heavy and complete stock of Furnaces, 
Ranges, Stoves, Kitchen Goods, Hardware, Iron, 
Steel, Paints, Oils and Varnishes, together 
with Carriage Stock, Agricultural and Carpen- 
ters' Tools, Cutlery, etc., not forgetting a full 
line of Plumbing and Steam Heating apparatus, 
Supplies, etc. Both a wholesale and retail busi- 
ness is done and employment given to twelve 
competent assistants, thus enabling Mr. Ward 
to promise prompt and skillful attention to 
orders, and the carrying out of the most dfficult 
work in superior manner and at reasonable 
rates. Plumbing cannot be done too carefully 
or too thoroughly, and much annoyance and not 
a little sickness would be avoided if the public 
were to remember this fact and place their 
orders only at such reliable establishments as 
that conducted by Mr. Ward, Steam Heating 
plants will be set up and warranted to give 
entire satisfaction and save fuel, and in 
this as in other departments, the charges made 
are very moderate. 



Henry W. Bicknell, Dealer in Tea, Cof- 
fee and Fancy Groceries, No. 158 Water Street, 
Augusta. While it is not the purpose of this 
book to praise one business enterprise at the 
expense of others, still the right has been exer- 
cised of calling attention to really meritorious 
establishments of all kinds, and it is in pur- 
suance of this policy that we give space to a 
consideration of the enterprise of which Mr, 
Henry W, Bicknell is the proprietor, and which 
is carried on at No, 158 Water Street, Augusta. 
This gentleman is engaged in the retailing of 
Choice Family Groceries of various kinds and 
makes a specialty of handling of such staple 
products as Teas, Coffees, etc., and in addition 
to these goods Mr, Bicknell carries a fine line of 
Cigars and Tobacco. He began operations in 
1881, and has built up a liberal degree of patron- 
age, for his business methods are such as to 
inspire general confidence and he has invari- 
ably made it a point to practice none but legiti- 
mate means of extending his trade. The prem- 
ises occupied are composed of one floor and 
basement, each 20x50 feet in size, and all the 
available space is taken up in accommodating 
the stock carried, for this is both large and. 
varied and will compare favorably with that of 
more than one store of greater pretensions. 
The prices too are as they should be, and those 
who wish to deal at an establishment where fair 
dealing, and a liberal spirit are always obsei'v- 
able, would do well to place a trial order at 
least with Mr. Bicknell, for we are assured that 
he stands ready to do his part toward estab- 
lishing a connection that must of necessity 
prove pleasant and mutually profitable. 



Bennett's Oyster and Dining-Rooms, 192 
Water Street, Augusta. " Good Food, Neatness 
and Cleanliness," are about all the attributes to 
be looked for in a first-class dining-room and as 
these are made specialties at the establishment 
conducted by Mr. I. Bennett, at No. 192 Water 
Street, Augusta, it is not to be wondered at that 
this is one of the most popular restaurants in 
the city and is doing a business that increases 
as the reputation of the accommodations ex- 
tended to guests become more widely known. 
The enterprise to which we have reference was 
inaugurated in 1868, and at once leaped into 
popularity as it was evident from the beginning 
that Mr. Bennett was determined to give his 
customers not fair but liberal treatment. He is 
a native of Augusta, and no man with whom 
we are acquainted has a more intimate knowl- 
edge of the business in which he is engaged. 
This restaurant comprises two floois, each 
65x35 feet in dimensions, and its dining-rooms 
are tastefully and conveniently fitted up. for the 
comfort of its many patrons. Employment 
is given to three experienced and courteous 
assistants. Food is served promptly as well as 
temptingly and the prices are put so low that 
no one need go hungry against his will. A 
large trade is also carried on in Oysters which 
are served in all styles of cooking and may be 
had at all hours. The same qualities which 
have won popularity for Mr. Bennett's Dining- 
Rooms are manifested in this department of 
his trade. We commend this restaurant to all 
our interested readers as an honorably con- 
ducted and first-class establishment. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



T. Fuller & Son, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Groceries, Provisions and Country 
Produce, Lambard Block, Water Street. Largely 
engaged in the wholesale and retail branches of 
the Grocery and Provision business we would 
mention Messrs. T. Fuller & tSon, who have for 
the past twenty-four years been recognized as 
among the prominent business nun concerned 
in promoting the commercial interests of Au- 
gusta. This business was established in 1865 
by Messrs. Fuller & Son, and from its inception 
gave promise of vitality, which the succeeding 
years have only rendered more apparent. The 
premises occupied for trade purposes comprise 
a store and basement, each 20x60 feet in dimen- 
sions, and is located in Lambard Block, Water 
Street. The stock is without exception one of 
the most complete in the city. They carry an 
immense stock of Groceries, Provisions and 
Country Produce, and are enabled to suit the 
large variety of tastes catered to, and every- 
thing is sold at the most reasonable market 
prices. The extensive wholesale and retail 
business transacted requires the services of 
four very capable assistants, and it may be 
safely asserted that in freshness, quality, and 
special variety, the stock carried here, has no 
superior in the city. Messrs. T. & A. T. Fuller 
are both natives of Augusta, where they are 
widely known and esteemed. 



F. L. Hersey, Dealer in Boots and Shoes, 
No. 1.56 Water Street, Augusta. What was un- 
known to our ancestors is now an imperative 
necessity for us. We speak of the retail Boot 
and Shoe stores. Formerly the local shoemaker 
was the pride of St. Crispin for the whole 
parish, and all the people submitted their 
understandings to him. Now all average 
shaped feet are supplied from immense and 
economically managed boot and shoe factories. 
American machinery, particularly Sewing Ma- 
chines, and American genius in meeting all 
diflSculties and surmounting them, are respon- 
sible for the great and beneficial change. 
Among other enterprising business men en- 
gaged in the boot and shoe trade in this city is 
Mr. F. L. Hersey, who keeps one of the finest 
assortments of ready made Boots and Shoes, 
for Ladies, Gentlemen, Youths, and Children, 
and at prices sure to suit the times, and cus- 
tomers' pockets. This enterprise was estab- 
lished by its present proprietor in 1878, and is 
located at 156 Water Street, and consists of a 
store and basement, where is transacted a live 
business in the above named line of goods. 
Mr. Hersey is well known among the repre- 
sentative business men and citizens of Augusta. 
His establishment is known all over the county 
as the Boston Boot and Shoe Store. Prices the 
lowest, as this store is the only one of its kind 
which transacts a strictly cmh business, 

Georgre S. Ballard, Dealer in Crockery, 
Glass, Plated and Britannia Ware, Manuf r of 
all descriptions of Tin Work, Augusta. There 
is no house in Augusta with better facilities for 
supplying Crockery than that of Mr. George 
S. Ballard. No. 165 Water Street. The premises 
which are desirably located, comprise two 
floors, each 20x60 feet in dimensions, and the 
stock in trade is very complete, comprising 
everything beautiful and desirable in the wide 



range of Crockery, Glass, and Plated Ware, 
plain and ornamented in beautiful designs, and 
suited to all requirements of the general public. 
In quality, variety, and prices, Mr. Ballard may 
safely invite comparison with any competing 
house in this city. He supplies Britannia Ware, 
Plain and Japanned Ware, and Fancy Goods of 
every description. He is also a Manufacturer 
of all descriptions of Tin Work, and has by his 
square dealing and energy, established himself 
in a prosperous retail trade which is steadily 
increasing. Mr. Ballard is a native of West- 
brook, Me., and has been established since 1857. 

Pbilbrook & Leigh ton. Dealers in For- 
eign and Domestic Dry Goods, No. 172 Water 
Street. Among the prominent merchants en- 
gaged in -this important branch of industry, 
we are pleased to call attention to Messrs. Phil- 
brook & Leighton whose fine and complete 
establishment ranks among the leading houses 
of its kind in Augusta. This house was estab- 
lished by the above-named gentlemen in 1882, 
and has already gained a large share of public 
favor. They occupy two floors of the handsome 
building located at No. 172 Water Street, cover- 
ing an area, each of 22x60 feet in dimensions. 
They carry a large and finely selected stock of 
Dry and Fancy Goods, consisting of the newest 
domestic and mostpopular foreign importations 
in the Dry Goods line. The extensive retail 
trade already acquired by this house requires 
the services of three thoroughly experien ced 
assistants and the details of the business are 
most ably managed under the direct personal 
supervision of the proprietors. The individual 
members of the firm are Mr. A, W, Philbrook 
and Mr, W. B. Leighton, both natives of Au- 
gusta, and well and favoi-ably known in social 
as well as business circles. They are men of 
rare natural ability and enjoy in a pre-eminent 
degree the respect and confidence of all who do 
business with them. 



E. Stone, Dealer in Coal, No, 123 Water 

Street. If the public needed to be reminded 
how important Coal had become during the 
last 25 or .30 years, they certainly have been 
given that reminder by the numerous and seri- 
ous labor troubles that brought about so pro- 
nounced a shortage in the supply last winter, 
and it is perfectly safe to say that more than 
one worried householder or manufacturer 
declared that if the time ever came when coal 
returned to its normal price, he would lay in a 
supply that would tide him safely over any 
such condition of affairs in the future. No 
house in Maine enjoys a better reputation as 
regards the handling of Coal in large or small 
lots, than does that conducted by Mr. E. Stone, 
at No. 12.3 Water Street, and nowhere else can 
oi'ders be placed with a more well-founded as- 
surance that they will receive instant and care- 
ful attention, Mr, Stone was born in Gardiner 
and is connected with the Odd Fellows, He 
has been identified with his present enterpi'ise 
since 1884 and has built up an extensive and 
permanent trade of which he may well be 
proud. Both a wholesale and retail business is 
done and employment is afforded to eight 
assistants. All the standard grades of Coal are 
handled, and the very lowest market rates are 
quoted on all kinds and sizes. 



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Dirij^o Siisiness CoUege^ R. B. 

Capeii, Water Street, Opposite Post 
Office, Augusta. That a prejudice 
exists aj^aiust Business Colleges in 
some quarters is undeniably true, and 
that this prejudice is not entirely 
lacking in foundation, is also a fact 
that must be acknowledged however 
it may be deplored. But it should be 
remembered that the faults of some 
institutions of this character should 
not in common justice be visited upon 
others that are conducted on radically 
different principles, and if some Busi- 
ness Colleges are more theoretical than 
practical, there are others that be- 
stow upon those attending them a 
valuable business training, unattain- 
able by any other means than those 
pi ovided by years of ill-paid drudgery 
at otiice-work. We speak with some 
earnestness, as our observations of 
practical business methods in this 
and in other States, have caused us to 
fully realize that a year spent under 
competent tuition will make a young 
man more valuable to his employers 
than an experience extending over 
four times that period in so-called 
"practical business life." The " Di- 
ri^o Business College." located on 
Water Street, opposite the Post Office, has been 
in operation siuce 1863, and doubtless many of 
our readeis are by this time conversant witli its 
merits. It is conducted by Mr. R. B. Capen, 
whose record as a progressive and conscientious 
educator is ample guarantee that the institution 
under his charge will not suffer for lack of 
skilled and painstaking direction. It is Mr. 
Capen 's aim to prepare his pupils for the duties 
of commercial life, to ground them thoroughly 
in the principles and practice of correspond- 
ence, banking, etc., and in short to so equip 
them that they will be able to use their natural 
abilities to the best advantage and successfully 
engage in the grand " competitive examination " 
going on constantly in all parts of the civilized 
world. Nothing is neglected that can aid in 
securing this end and particular attention is 
paid to the teaching of the " New Short-Hand " 
for " time is money," nowadays, and a knowl- 
edge of the art of Short-hand means the ability 
to save your employer time, and consequently 
money. The terms of tuition are very reason- 
able and further information will be cheerfully 
given by Mr. Capen on application. 




H. H. Hamlen, Harness Manufacturer and 
Dealer in Saddles, Harnesses, Blankets, Robes 
and Trunks. H. H. Hamlen at his store on 
Water Street, Augusta carries a large stock of 
Harnesses of all kinds, manufactured by him- 
self. He sells at both wholesale and retail, and 
his trade extends throughout Maine and New 
England. He also carries a very large line of 
Fur Robes, Wool and Plush Lap-Robes, Horse 
Blankets, Whips and Horse Goods of all 
descriptions, also Trunks, Bags, Extension 
Cases, etc. Having been in business in Au- 
gusta, where he was born, more than thirty 
years, he is well kuown and has the confidence 
of the community. 



Davis, Farr & Co. (Successors to Benja- 
min Davis & Co., Established 1817), General In- 
surance Agency, 129 Water Street, nearly oppo- 
site Post-office, Augusta. The amount of in- 
surable property in Augusta and its immediate 
vicinity, reaches a very high sum total, and if 
it is not all fully covered by policies in reliable 
companies, it is not by any means the fault of 
our insurance agents, for no more active or en- 
ergetic a set of men can be found in any busi- 
ness. Among those who have already attained 
a high position in this fraternity, are Messrs. 
Davis, Farr & Co.. Fire and Life Insui-ance 
Agents, located at No. 129 Water Street, nearly- 
opposite the Post-office. This agency was orig- 
inally established in 1817 by Mr. Benjamin Da- 
vis, and conducted by him until 1879, when the 
firm name was changed to Davis, Farr & Co. 
These gentlemen announce that they are pre- 
pared to "place insurance in reliable compa- 
nies at honest rates," and as no more than this 
can be asked by the most exacting customer, 
it is not surprising that they have found plenty 
of business to attend to. Prominent among 
the organizations represented are the Hartford, 
of Hartford, Phoenix, of Hartford, National, of 
Hartford, Home, of New York, Phenix, of 
New York, German American, of New York, 
Fi-anklin, of Philadelphia, Fire Association, of 
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, of Philadelphia, 
Royal, of England, Imperial, of England, Liv- 
erpool, London & Globe, of England, Mutual 
Life, of New York. These are noted through- 
out the eountry for their fair dealing and 
promptness in the settlement of losses. Mr. 
Farr is a native of Litchfield, Me., and well and 
favorably known in this community. He is a 
member of the Free Masons, Knight Templars, 
and Odd Fellows. He has also held the office 
of Town Collector and Supervisor of Schools 
in Litchfield. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



Thomas M. Baker, Dealer in Groceries 
and Meats, Darby Block. Augusta. It is the 
opinion of experts that certain Augusta houses 
show as large and desirable variety of the goods 
in which they deal as is to be found in similar 




establishments located in cities of much greater 
size and pretensions. For example they point 
to the store of Thomas M. Baker located at No. 
1 Darby Block, Augusta, and ask where a finer 
assoi'tment of Groceries of all kinds and Meats 
are to be found. The stock shown in the em- 
porium is certainly a fii'st-class and varied one, 
and it is hard to see what is lacking to make it 
perfect in all its details. This house was first 
founded by Messrs. Baker & Longfellow in 1877, 
and in 1882 the firm-name was changed to 
Baker & Yeaton, and in 1885 Mr. Thomas M. 
Baker, assumed full control. The present new 
premises occupied cover an area of 55x20 feet, 
and is finely stocked with a choice assortment 
of everything in the above mentioned line of 
merchandise. The services of two competent 
assistants are required to wait upon the many 
customers who daily throng this establishment. 
Mr. Baker is a native of Maine and all repre- 
sentations made by himself or his clerks may be 
confidently relied upon and accepted with the 
utmost confidence. 



W. R. Stone, Dealer in Fine Boots, Shoes, 
and Rubbers, Repairing Neatly and Promptly 
Done, Darby Block, No. 189 Water Street, 
Augusta. As the boot and shoe trade of 
Augusta forms a significant element in the 
make up of the city's enterprises, in referring 
to the above house it may be statetl that the 
special line to which its best energies ai-e con- 
fined is the handling of medium and first-class 
lines of Boots, Shoes and Rubbers. He carries 
some of the finest goods manufactured in New 
England. This house was established in 188;3, 
by Mr. W. R. Stone, since which date this gen- 
tleman has so successfully managed his large 
retail trade, that to-day his house ranks among 



the first in the city engaged in the shoe trade. 
Premises located at No. 189 Water Street, 
Darby Block, covering an area of 50x22 feet are 
utilized, and the assistance of experienced 
clerks are required, in addition to the close per- 
sonal supervision of the proprietor. A specialty 
is made of repairing of all kinds included in 
this branch of business, which is neatly and 
promptly done. Mr. Stone is a native of 
Palermo, Me., well known in this city and a 
prominent member of the Masons and Odd 
Fellows. In conclusion we will remark, that 
while we do not indulge in laudation of any 
house in particular, it shall be within our prov- 
ince to state to the trade and our readers that 
if they would have their interests highly con- 
served the acquaintance of this house should be 
made. 



H. L. Stone, Agent for Columbia Bicycles 
and Tricycles. 189 Water Street, Darby Block, 
Augusta. The ingenious and enthusiastic 
wheelman who divided cyclists up into two 
parts — " those who ride Columbias and those 
who would if they knew enough," might have 
been a little extreme in his statement, but he 
will be readily pardoned by those who have 
made practical trial of the famous Columbia 
wheels. From the "Mustang" of 1878 to the 
"Light Roadster" of ten years later, is a great 
stride, and yet the manufacture of the Columbia 
'Cycles have not the least reason to be ashamed 
of the "Mustang" and "Standard Columbia" 
of the fii'st-named date, for they were the em- 
bodiment of the most advanced ideas of the 
time, as the "Light Roadster" and "Expert" 
of the present day are. It is in this constant 
progression, in this never ending desire to pro- 
duce the best wheel possible, that the chief 
element of the wonderful popularity of the 
Columbia Machines is to be found, and we hon- 
estly believe that to-day for use on American 
roads, and especially the hilly ones of this 
State, there is not a Bicycle or a Tricycle in the 
world that can compete with the Pope Manu- 
facturing Company's production. Strength, 
rigidity, lightness, ease of propulsion, cheapness 
of repairing — all these are combined in these 
mac^jines and we do not wonder that since Mr. 
H. L. Stone, the resident agent, began opera- 
tions in 1885, he has been very successful in 
increasing the number of Columbia riders. 
His office is in Darby Block, No. 189 Water 
Street, and those wishing any information in 
the bicycle line would do well to give him a 
call, as he is very well informed on the subject 
and is willing to cheerfully give any informa- 
tion in his power. He can supply wheels at 
Boston prices and every one sold is fully 
guaranteed. 



Oscar H. Groves, Manufacturer of Parlor 
Furniture, No. 207 Water Street, Augusta. It 
is hardly necessary to say that Parlor Furni- 
ture when it is ready for use looks decidedly 
different from what it does when in process of 
manufacture, but for all that, no one who has 
never visited such an establishment as is con- 
ducted by Mr. Oscar H. Groves at No. 207 
Water Street, has any adequate idea of the 
many operations that must be gone through 
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.the market. Carelessness or undue haste in 
the carrying out of any of these operations 
may make a decided difference in the durability 
^nd real value of the article bandied, and it is 
chiefly owing to the painstaking care that is 
observed in this respect that the Furniture pro- 
duced by Mr, Groves bears so high and enviable 
a reputation among dealers and others ac- 
quainted with its merits. The gentleman 
alluded to was born in this State and is con- 
nected with the Odd Fellows, inaugurating his 
present enterprise in 1881. The premises util- 
ized comprise two floors of the dimensions of 
30x50 feet, and employment is afforded to 
seven skilled assistants. Mr. Groves' busi 



M. S. Moulton & Co., Dealer in Fish 
of all kinds, Oysters a Specialty, Water Street, 
Augusta. In these days of rapid progress and 
forgetfulness, what was unheard of yesterday 
is practiced to-day and forgotten to-morrow, so 
that we accept quite, as a matter of course, 
things tbat to our ancestors, and even ourselves, 
at an earlier date would have been looked upon 
as the wild dreaming of a madman. Among 
these may be mentioned the system, now prac- 
ticed as an ordinary function of the govern- 
ment, of stocking our ponds, rivers, lakes, and 
even the ocean itself, with fish. The impor- 
tance of Fish as a food supply for the people is 
just beginning to be rated at its full value, and 



ness is entirely manufacturing and whole- it is not too much to expect tbat under the 
sale, and he offers special inducements to influence of improved methods of fish culture, 
dealers who will introduce his goods into new despite the increased consumption, fish will be 



localities, guaranteeing that both the workman- 
ship and the price of his furniture will be satis- 
factory. 

Geo. O. Ayer, Photo. Artist, Corner Bridge 
and Water Streets, Augusta. Photography has 
come into great prominence of late years, and 
its application to the art of engraving and other 
industries has been of much service in facilitat- 
ing work, and saving much unnecessary and 
wearisome detail. Although largely used for 
mechanical purposes, photography at its best is 
by no means a mechanical art, and the truth of 
this statement will, we think, be apparent to 
all after a little consideration. A successful and 
artistic photographer, must not only have an 
intimate and perfect acquaintance with the 
various processes necessary in obtaining a per- 
manent and satisfactory picture, but he must 
also know under what conditions of light, etc., 
the exposure of the plate can best be made, and 
must arrange so as to secure these as nearly as 
possible. It is right here that the chief differ- 
ence becomes apparent between an artist and a 
bungler, and it is right here that Mr. Gejo. O. 
Ayer, at the - - . - 



cheaper and more plentiful in the future than 
has been the case in the past. A well-known 
house engaged in the fish trade in Augusta is 
that now conducted by M. S. Moulton & Co., 
retail dealer in all kinds of Fish, Oysters^ 
Clams, etc. This enterprise was inaugurated in 
1875 by B. S. Wright & Co., who were succeeded 
in 1881 by the present proprietor, who since 
that date has conducted the bu.siness under the 
style of M. S. Moulton & Co. Mr. Moulton was 
the Co., of Wright & Co., and managed that 
business since its inception in 1875. Mr. 
Moulton is a native of New Hampshire, and is a 
member of the Free Masons. The premises 
occupied cover an area of 20x60 feet and a large 
retail business is done, requiring the services of 
two thoroughly capable assistants. A large 
stock is constantly carried and goods are 
promptly supplied at rates that will compare 
very favorably with those quoted by other 
markets. 



Auffiista Marble Works, Robert Fox, 

proprietor. Cony Street, Augusta, Me. It is not 

corner of Bridge and Water I to be wondered at that people are very apt to 



Streets, this city, has clearly shown his 
superiority. He began business operations for 
himself in 1880, and conducted the business 
personally until 1885, when he bought out a 
Photographic Gallery in East Boston, at No. 74 
Meridian Street, and has ever since, most of the 



find themselves at a loss when suddenly called 
upon to place an order for a Monument, or for 
cemetery work of any kind, for knowledge of 
the most reputable and able house concerned in 
the production of such articles is not generally 
distributed, and hence it is hard to. determine 



time remained in that city. When this addi- whom to patronize. If any of our readers are 
tion took place he left his gallery in this city in this undecided condition, we feel that we are 
in charge of Mr. J. F. Libby, who is considered doing them a real service by calling their atten- 
as Augusta's most tasteful and skillful photo- tion to the work turned out at the Augusta 
grapher. He is extremely courteous and ac- 1 Marble Works on Cony Street, for Mr. Robert 



commodating, and enjoying the patronage of 
the elite of the city, and being a thorough 
artist, he has succeeded in making this place 
known all over the country. He is well assist- 
ed by Mrs. Ella Jones, a sister to Mr. Ayers, 
who is in charge of the printing department, 
and by viewing at the gallery the large variety 



Fox, the proprietor of this establishment, pro- 
duces Monuments, Gravestones, etc., that are 
fully equal to the best, and his prices are 
more moderate than those generally placed on 
work of the highest order of excellence. The 
enterprise to which we have reference was start- 
ed in 1884, and soon received liberal and cordial 



of work done during the year 1887, and by i support, as it was plainly evident from the start 
closely inspecting the views of private resi- { that Mr. Fox had no desire but to fully satisfy 

' ■' ' ' every customer. He shows a varied collection 

of beautiful and tasteful designs for Monuments, 
Headstones, and everything in that line, and 
will cheerfully give estimates of the probable 
cost of cemetery work of any kind, and guar- 
antee that he can carry out the same to the sat- 
isfaction of his patrons. Three assistants are 
employed, and orders are filled at very short no- 
tice. 



dences, etc., taken by Mr. Libby, and ornament 
ing the cosy waiting-room, we are bound to 
acknowledge that by leaving this gallery in 
charge of such an able artist as Mr. Libby and 
his assistant, Mrs. E. Jones, that Mr. Ayer is a 
judge of true artists, and such a business con- 
ducted in such a courteous and artistic way is 
bound to succeed beyond the usual expecta- 
tions. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



Pinkham & Sherburne, Props, of the 
Boston Branch Clothing House, 132 Water Street, 
Augusta. When the average citizen makes up 
his mind to buy anything, he wants to be con- 
vinced regarding the following points before 
placing his order : First, are the goods reliable. 
Second, are they of good style, and third, are 
they offered at the lowest market rates. No 
one wants to pay more for an article than it is 
worth, and certainly this is a very excusable 
feeling, for the most of us have to work hard 
enough for our money, and when we throw it 
away, we like to do so with our eyes open and 
not unwittingly. Now Pinkham & Sherburne, 
who carry on the Boston Branch Clothing Store 
at No. lo2 Water Street, announce that they are 
prepared to supply anything in their line at the 
" lowest living ijrices," and as they sell not only 
Clothing but also Furnishing Goods, Hats and 
Caps, Underwear, Traveling Bags, Rubber 
Coats. Umbrellas, etc., it will be seen that their 
" line " is a tolerably extensive one. This busi- 
ness which was formerly conducted by E. G. 
Storer came into the possession of the present 
firm in Oct. 1888. They occupy premises measur- 
ing 20x40 feet and if they have any space to spare 
it escaped our attention, for it certainly seemed 
as if the stock covered everything. The busi- 
ness corresponds with their stock, for it is very 
extensive indeed and is increasing with steadi- 
ness and rapidity. This firm employ purely 
legitimate methods and have built up their 
present trade by hard work and good judgment. 
They buy cheap and sell cheap and always give 
an equivalent for every penny received. 



J. M. Mixer, Druggist. No. 4 Bridge Block, 
Water Street, Augusta. No man can be en- 
gaged in any particular line of business for sev- 
eral years without becoming comparatively ex- 
pert and well informed in it, and particularly 
is this the case with one who is well fitted 
naturally to conduct such an enterprise as he 
has chosen, and who has made a careful study 
of the theory as well as had a large experience 
in the practice of the line of trade with which 
he is identified. Mr. J. M. Mixer of No. 4 
Bridge Block, 194 Water Street, needs no intro- 
duction to the residents of Augusta for he has 
carried on a first-class pharmacy in this city 
since 1886, and it is a very significant fact that 
those who are the most thoroughly familiar 
with his business methods speak in the warm- 
est terms of the advantages of trading with 
him and "practice what they preach," by 
giving him their exclusive patronage in the 
purchase of Drugs, Toilet Articles, etc. The 
premises occupied by Mr. Mixer comprises one 
of the handsomest Drug Stores in Augusta, 
covering an area of 50x2.5 feet, and fitted up in 
the most approved style, with a fine high, 
frescoed ceiling and mosaic floor and the stock 
includes Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals of all 
descriptions and every facility is at hand to aid 
in the compounding of physicians' prescriptions, 
or family receipts. Two competent and cour- 
teous clerks are employed and this establish- 
ment is noted for the accurate and prompt man- 
ner in which all orders and patrons are served. 
Pure and fresh ingredients only are used, and 
no exorbitant prices are ever charged, while all 
annoying delays are avoided. 



J. R. Manchester, House and Sign Paint- 
er, Grainer, Glazier and Paper Hanger, Dealer 
in Paints, Oils and Colors, Cony Street, Augusta. 
One of the well managed and thoroughly relia- 
ble Painting and Paper Hanging establishments 
in Augusta, is that conducted by Mr. J. R. 
Manchester located on Cony Street. It was 
founded in 1886 by its present proprietor, and 
since that time has won a wide custom arid 
reputation for the finest work, as the fitting 
rew ard of business enterprise, and careful atten- 
tion to the wants of patrons. The proprietor 
by long experience and thorough knowledge of 
every department of his business is admirably 
fitted to superintend the finest class of work, 
and is enabled to do this at unusually reason- 
able rates. He employs five thoroughly skilled 
assistants, and the large number of houses 
which he has painted and decorated in the 
most approved and beautiful styles, bear ample 
testimony to the high character of his work. 
He is prepared to fill all orders for House and 
Sign Painting, Graining, Glazing and Paper 
Hanging, and also deals in Paints, Oils and 
Colors of all kinds. He does the finest kinds of 
Graining and Wood-finishing and in every 
respect his work is first class. All patrons may 
place the most perfect confidence in his honor- 
able dealings and skilled and satisfactory work. 
Mr. Manchester is a native of Augusta and takes 
an active and honorable part in the commercial 
and social life of the city. 



Henry M. Faught, Manufacturer of and 
Dealer in every description of Cemetery Work 
in Marble and Granite, both Foreign and 
Domestic, Water Street, Augusta. The selec- 
tion of an appropriate monument or headstone, 
is generally a task of no small magnitude and 
of no little delicacy, for the choice must be 
governed by so many considerations that each 
individual case demands individual treatment. 
Under some circumstances a tall slender shaft 
of marble conveys the proper effect, while 
under other conditions a massive block of 
granite is more satisfying and appropriate. In 
fact no general rule can be given, and the best 
that can be done is to visit an establishment 
where ample facilities are at hand for the 
supplying of anything in the line of Cemetery 
work and taking advantage of the opportunities^ 
there offered for study and comparison. Such 
an enterprise is that carried on by Mr. Henry 
M. Faught on Water Street, the premises util- 
ized conprising two floors and a basement, of 
the dimensions of 27x53 feet, and an extensive 
stock of Marble and Granite, both Foreign and 
American, in the rough and finished, being at 
hand to select from. Mr. Faught has conducted 
his present undertaking since 1883 and does a 
very large business, both retail and contracting. 
He employs seven skilled assistants and there 
is no house of which we have knowledge that is 
capable of rendering more uniformly first-class 
and satisfactory service to its patrons. Enjoy- 
ing special facilities as regards the purchase of 
Foreign and Domestic Marble and Granite, Mr. 
Faught makes it a point to give his customers 
the benefit of his favorable relations with pro- 
ducers and hence fixes his prices at remarkably 
low rates. 



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129 



Ghas. H. Nasoii, Merchant Tailor, Manu- 
facturer of Fine Ready-M;ifle Clothins and 
Dealer in Hats. Caps, and Furnisliinoj (ioods, 
135, 137 and 139 Water Street " Fine feathers " 
may not make " fine birds." but they are very 
apt to exert a powerful influence in that direc- 
tion, and if the other old sayin:i, "birds of a 
feather flock together," be considered, it will be 
seen that those who take no p;iins with their 
dress and are slovenly and unattractive in 
appearance are very apt to be classed on a plane 
below those who are more careful. It pays to 
dress well. This may be accepted as an axiom 
and, within reasonable bminds. no young man 
can spend too much on his clothing. But he 
can throw away money by not baying to the 
best advantage, and right here we want to say 
that no better establishment can be found to 
deal at than that conducted by Mr Charles H. 
Nason at Nos. 135, 137 and 139 Water Street. 
This gentleman is a native of Halloweli, a 
member of the Free Masons and the Odd Fel- 
lows, and one of the most enlerpiising and at 
the same time reliable businessmen in Augusta. 
Two floors and a basement are occupied by 
him, the premises being of the dimensions of 
50x60 feet and a magnificent st »ck carried con- 
sisting of Fine Ready Made Clothing, Hats, 
Caps, Furnishing Goods, etc. Mr. Nason is a 
Manufacturer of Ready-Made Clothing and 
hence can offer such goods at bottom prices. 
He also does a very extensive Merchant Tailor- 
ing business, carrying a fine supply of Foreign 
and Domestic Woolens in stock, and making 
garments to order at but a slight advance over 
ready-made prices, perfection of fit and general 
satisfaction being guaranteed. Employment is 
afforded to 45 efficient assistants and orders can 
be filled at remarkably short notice, while the 
assortment of ready-made garments contains 
sizes and varieties to fit men of all figures. 



James E. Puller, Wholesale and Retail 
Grocer, 123 and 127 Water Street, Augusta. 
No matter what part of the country be visited, 
Maine or California, Minnesota or Texas — it 
will be found that the Grocery business is one 
of the most important branches of trade and 
that it absorbs a large share of the ability and 
capital of the community. Truly we must "eat 
to live" and the articles included under the 
general head " Groceries " are so many and so 
indispensable that existence would be practi- 
cally impossible without them. Of course, 
then. Groceries are in great demand and estab- 
lishments devoted to their sale are many and 
extensive, but few among them are worthy of 
more careful consideration than that conducted 
by Mr. James E. Fuller at Nos. 123 and 127 
Water Street, for this is one of the most popular 
houses of the kind in Maine, and enjoys an ex- 
tremely heavy and constantly increasing patron- 
age. Seven floors are utilized of the dimen- 
sions of 22x60 feet, together with a store-house 
of ample proportions, and it is hardly neces- 
sary to add after calling attention to accom- 
modations of such magnitude, that the stock 
carried is a very heavy one. Both a wholesale 
and i-etail business is done and employment is 
given to six courteous and efficient assistants. 
Buying in such large quantities, it of course 
follows that goods are procured at the lowest 



attainable rates and that all competition can be 
easily met. Orders are promptly and accurately 
delivered and every article sold is warranted to 
prove as represented. 

Augrusta Savings Bank, 174 Main Street, 
Augusta. It would be difficult to find an idea 
capable of working more mischief and at the 
same time more generally held, than that of 
making a fortune at a "jump." How many 
men there are who plod along taking no heed 
of the future but dimly believing that some 
time or other their time will come and they will 
find themselves raised in some mysterious 
way from poverty to wealth. How, they do not 
know; when, they do not know, but, neverthe- 
less, they hold to this faith year in and year out, 
confident in the truth of the proverb that "For- 
tune knocks at every man's door at least once in 
a life-time," and relying like the immortal Mr. 
Micawber on something "turning up." Now 
this is no way to live at all. It is childish and. 
foolish in the extreme, and those who allow 
themselves to be guided by such views will see 
youth slip away, middle-age come, and finally 
weakness and poverty assume chief control and 
land the believer in " luck" in the poor-house 
if not in a worse place. Provide in time of 
strength for time of weakness. You are now 
able to earn more than you need to spend, see 
that you insure against the time when the 
balance may be the other way. Small savings 
mount up wonderfully, and those who have 
noticed how soon the trivial sums expended 
here and there "spoil a ten- dollar bill," as the 
saying is, should bear in mind that this ratio of 
I increase will be even added to, if such suras 
j are deposited instead of being thrown away. 
Try it for a while. Open an account with the 
1 Augusta Saving's Bank and find out for your- 
self whether what we have said is true or not. 
Is not the plan worth trying? We do not ask 
you to spend a cent, quite the reverse in fact. 
If you find we have deceived you, that saving 
don't pay and that those who save are the igno- 
rant and not the intelligent members of the 
community, you can withdraw whatever de- 
posits you have made and proceed as before to 
wait for that marvelous event that is to put an 
end to all work and worry. But first, try our 
plan for a year at least. The Augusta Savings 
Bank has been in operation since 1848 and is 
as secure as such an institution can be. The 
gentlemen entrusted with its management are 
representative citizens, and are fully able as 
well as honestly anxious to protect the interests 
of depositors. The process of depositing and 
withdrawing money at this bank is very simple 
and involves but little delay and no annoying 
"red tape," and all business is transacted with 
courtesy and care. William S. Badger is Presi- 
dent; William R. Smith, Treasurer; Edwin C. 
Dudley, Assistant Treasurer. Liabilities— Jan. 
1, 1889. Deposits, $4,805,954.10; interest, $132,- 
318.34; reserved fund, $212,500.00; prem. ap., 
$1,010.74; total, $5,169,783.18. Resources— Dis- 
trict of Columbia bonds, $31,000; public funds, 
$2,496,600; railroad bonds, $1,317,857.50; bank 
stock, 60,000; loans to National Banks, 24,000; 
loans to cities, 12,000; loans on mortgages, 
$129,933; loans on collaterals, $416,944.54; real 
estate and furniture, $16,600; premiums, $88,- 
435.42; cash, 596,412.72. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



S. S. Brooks & Company, Dealers in 
Hardware, Iron, Nails, Glass, Carriage Wood 
Work, Paints, Oils and Varnishes, Manilla Cord- 
age, Belting, Lace Leather &c., Central Block, 
opposite Post Office, Augusta. Such a number 
of articles have come to be included within the 
term " Hardware," that exceptional experience 
and ability are called for on the part of those 
undertaking to carry on an establishment suc- 
cessfully in which Hardware is given special 
prominence. That this experience, and this 
ability are fully possessed by the gentlemen 
constituting the firm of S. S. Brooks & Co., no 
one acquainted with the facts will deny, for this 
house has been identified with the Hardware 
trade for nearly half a century, having had its 
origin in 1842. The firm is made up of S. S. & 
W. H. Brooks, both of whom were born in this 
city. The premises occupied are very spacious 
comprising seven floors of the dimensions of 
22x60 feet, and affording accommodation for 
the very heavy and complete stock that the im- 
mense business done compels the firm to carry. 
This business is both wholesale and retail, and 
the services of seven assistants are required to 
properly attend to orders. Iron, Nails, Glass, 
Carriage Wood-Work, Paints, Oils, Varnishes, 
Manilla Cordage, Belting, Lace Leather, etc,, 
are to be had here in quantities to suit, and at 
the lowest market rates, and every article sold 
is fully guaranteed to be as represented. The 
stoie is located in Central Block, opposite the 
Post Office, and callers will receive prompt and 
polite attention, and will find that their orders 
will be carefully observed. Messrs. S. S. Brooks 
& Co., are in a position to guarantee their cus- 
tomers prices as low as the lowest, and have no 
trouble in maintaining their position among the 
leaders. 



Steam Dye House, (a few doors south of 
R. R. Bridge), Emile Barbier, Proprietor. An 
Agency in every Maine Central station to Bar 
Harbor, and Knox & Lincoln Railroad station to 
Camden. These Steam Dye Works weie estab- 
lished in 1867 in Augusta, by the present pro- 
prietor, Mr. Emile Barbier, and so encouraging 
has been his success, that to-day he is the pro- 
prietor of the large Steam Dye House located 
on Water Street, a few doors south of the R. R. 
bridge, and since it was thrown open to the 
public, twenty-two years ago, has met with uni- 
versal approbation and a steadily increasing 
business. The premises occupy two floors, each 
20x40 feet in dimensions. The Works are 
equipped with the latest improved machinery 
and every requisite for their operation. Four 
skilled hands are employed and all work is 
guaranteed satisfactory. A specialty of this 
house is the dyeing, cleansing and pressing of 
Ladies' and Gentlemen's Garments without rip- 
ping or taking off the trimmings ; Lace Curtains 
are cleansed and finished to look as good 
as new: Kid Gloves cleaned and dyed 
black; Feather Beds and Pillows are thorough- 
ly renovated by steam ; general agency for the 
New England Crape and Lace Refiuishing Co. ; 
also, new goods or heavy cloth for stores, Dyed 
and Finished in the best manner at very low 
prices, and all work intrusted to this establish- 
ment will be done in the best manner, and the 
prices will be found as low as any similar con- 



cern. Mr. Barbier is an excellent business 
manager, whose qualifications have won for him 
a prominent position in this line of business. 
He is also highly esteemed as a citizen through- 
out the community. 



Boynton & Farr, Dealers in Groceries,. 
Provisions, Meats, etc.. Flour of all grades. Fine 
Teas and Coffees, Edwards Block, Water Street, 
Augusta. When Mr. E. M. Boynton started the 
enterprise with which he is now identified, in 
Dec, 1887. it was with the determination to carry 
on a strictly first-class family grocery, and we' 
are sure that none who have been familiar with 
the enterprise from its inception, will dispute 
that this resolve has been fully carried out. In 
March 1888 Mr. Boynton became associated with. 
Mr. Farr under the existing firm name and the 
steadily increasing patronage the concern re- 
ceive, is the best proof that their methods of 
doing business are honorable and enterprising. 
Mr. Boynton is a native of Liberty, Maine and 
is connected with the Free Masons, the Ancient 
Order of United Workmen and Seth Williams 
Post G. A. R., while his partner was born in 
West Gardiner. We spoke of the enterprise as 
a first-class family grocery, but in point of fact 
it is something more than that, as a full line of 
Provisions and Meats is carried, and thus practi- 
cally all the food supplies required can be obtain- 
ed here. P'lour is one of the most important food 
staples, and the firm have taken special pains 
to build up a reputation in the handling of this 
commodity, dealing only in such brands as they 
can conscientiously lecommeiid, and making 
their prices in accordance with the lowest mar- 
ket rates. Fine Teas and Coffees are always to 
be had at this popular store, and as "the proof 
of the pudding is the eating" we ask no stronger 
confirmation of the truth of this statement than 
tliat afforded by a careful trial of the goods of- 
fered. Staple and Fancy Groceries, Canned 
Goods, etc.. in immense variety are always in 
stock, and bottom prices and polite treatment 
are assured to every customer. 



A. J. Pierce, Successor to J. D. Pierce & 
Son, Importers and Dealers in Crockery, China 
and Glass Ware, French and Bohemian Fancy 
Goods, Silver and Nickel Plated Wares, No. 159^ 
Water Street, Augusta. Among the enterprises 
of this kind in Augusta few establishments have 
greater prestige than the extensive retail Crock- 
ery, China and Glass house of Mr. A. J. Pierce. 
This house was established in 1842, under the 
title of J. D. Pierce & Son, and so conducted 
until 1880, when Mr. A. J. Pierce assumed full 
proprietorship. Its field of operations is by no 
means confined to the city, but extends 
throughout the trade radius of Augusta. Such 
a business as is here transacted was not built 
up in a day; it is the result of careful industry^ 
a thorough knowledge of the wants of the 
trade, enterprise in procuring supplies at the 
fountain head, and handling them on small 
margins, and energy in maintaining a high 
standard of out-put and strict integrity and 
fair dealing. The premises utilized by Mr. 
Pierce are located at No, 159 Water Street, and 
consist of a store 20x65 feet in dimensions, and 
is fitted up with special reference to the busi- 
ness which involves the importing and retailing 



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of Crockery, China, and Glass Ware, French 
and Bohemian Fancy Goods, Silver and Nickel 
Plated Ware, Table and Pocket Cutlery, 
Scissors, Tea Trays, Lamps, Chandeliers, etc., 
etc. Mr. Pierce is a native of Augusta and a 
member of the United Workmen. Even the 
most casual observer upon visitinoj his store 
cannot fail to be impressed with the system 
and completeness of the establishment, and 
which it may be safely asserted has no superior 
in this city. 

Benj. Gardner, Dealer in Flour, Grain, 
Feed, Hay, Straw, Groceries, Provisions, and 
Country Produce, 42 and 44 Cony Street, East 
Side, Augusta. So prodigal is Ceres in her 
bounty in the State of Maine that there are 
many stores which are the rendezvous of the 
farmers with their harvest of grain and other 
produce. Augusta is particularly rich in first- 
class houses whose trade extends over the 
entire State. The house of Mr. Benj. Gardner 
is one of the most substantial and enterprising 
in the city, and carries a large stock of Flour, 
Grain, Feed, Hay, and Straw, also Groceries, 
Provisions, and Country Produce, at his prem- 
ises, situated at Nos. 42 and 44 Cony Street, 
East Side, which comprises two stores of two 
floors, and each floor covering an area of 40x60 
feet. This business was established by Mr. 
Gardner in 1880, who has since built up a flou- 
rishing retail trade, requiring the services of 
capable assistants. Mr. Gardner is a native 
and well-known citizen of Augusta, and a prom- 
inert member of the Odd Fellows. With 
capital ample for his requirements, and a 
thorough knowledge of all the details of the 
business, Mr. Gardner has met with success 
and prosiDcrity hitherto, which will doubtless 
continue with him as long as he remains active- 
ly concerned in the trade. 



Bangs Brothers, Manufacturers of Win- 
dow Frames, Doors, Sash and Blinds, East Side 
Kennebec Dam, Augusta. A very busy es- 
tablishment is that conducted by Bangs Broth- 
ers at the Kennebec Dam, for the productions 
of the mills carried on by them are in active 
demand, and no difficulty is experienced in dis- 
posing of all the work that is turned out. 
The business was begun in 1875, and it has 
steadily increased, until now fifty assistants, 
and a variety of improved labor-saving machin- 
ery are required to keep up with the orders re- 
ceived. Window Fi-ames are a specialty with 
them, and they use their patented Packet-cap, 
which is extensively used in Boston and vicin- 
ity, with hard-pine pulley stiles. Doors and 
Door Frames are very extensively manufac- 
tured, and Windows, both glazed and unglazed, 
are largely dealt in, both a wholesale and a 
retail business being done. Band-sawing and 
Circle work are done to order at short notice, 
and Planing of all descriptions is also given par- 
ticular attention. Messrs. Bangs Brothers en- 
joy special facilities for the successful carrying 
on of their business. The lumber (of which 
they use two million feet yearly) is left on a 
side track near their factory. Ample water 
power is available, and everything necessary 
to the filling of orders to the best advantage 



is at hand. The firm deal extensively in 
Hard Pine Lumber, and are prepared to furnish 
it at short notice in quantities to suit. The 
prices charged in every department will be 
found to agree with the very lowest market 
rates, and the character of the goods furnished 
speaks for itself. 



Report of the Condition of 
THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK 

OF AUGUSTA, ME., 

At close of Business, Dec. 12th, 1888. 

RESOURCES. 

Loans and Discounts $810,887.99 

Overdrafts, secured and unsecured. . 2,328.56 

U. S. Bonds to secure circulation 2.50,000.00 

Other stocks, bonds and mortgages. . 27,940.00 

Due from approved reserve agents. . . 71,913.42 

Due from other National Banks 1,829.32 

Real estate, furniture and fixtures. . . 200.00 

Current expenses and taxes paid .... 2,799.49 

Checks and other cash items 12,585.21 

Bills of other Banks 10,406.00 

Fractional paper currency, nickels 

and cents 101.08 

Specie 22,623.00 

Legal tender notes 4,000.00 

Redemption fund with U, S. Treas- 
urer (5 per ct. of circulation), 11,250.00 

Total $1,228,864.07 

LIABILITIES. 

Capital stock paid in $250,000.00 

Surplus fund 60,000.00 

Undivided profits 31,542.95 

National Bank notes outstanding 212,630.00 

Individual deposits subject to check. 658,090.54 

Cashier's checks outstanding 1,648.01 

Due to other National Banks 14,952.57 

Total $1,228,864.07 

State of Maine, County of Kennebec, ss.: 

1, C. S. Hichborn, Cashier of the above-named 
Bank, do solemnly swear that the above state- 
ment is true to the best of my knowledge and 
belief. C. S. Hichborn, Cashier. 

Subscribed and sworn to before me, this 15th 
day of December, 1888. 

J. R. Gould, Notary Public. 

Correct. — Attest : 

D. A. Cony, ) 

Thos, Lambard, ? Directors. 

Oscar Holway, ) 



D. 



DIRECTORS. 

A. Cony, President. 
Thomas Lambard. 

Oscar Holway. 

JA3IES W. North. 

Lendall Titcomb. 



D. A. Cony, President. 

C. S. Hichborn, Cashier. 

C. R. Whitten, Asst. Cashier 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 




H.C. Caswell, Flour, Groceries, Provisions 
Beef, Pork, Mutton, Lamb, Poultry, Sausage, 
etc Oranges, Lemons and Bananas, Tobacco 
and Cigars, No. 4 Granite Hall Block, Water 
Street, Augusta. Reliable goods, fair prices, 
prompt service, and courteous attention to cus- 
tomers. — these are the reasons for the liberal 
patronage bestovped upon the enterprise novr 
conducted by H. C. Caswell, at No. 4 Granite 
Hall Block, VVater Street, and our readers will 
admit that these are enough to gain success for 
any undertaking, and especially for one con- 
cerned in the handling of such indispensable 
commodities as Family Groceries, Provisions, 
etc. This establishment was inaugurated in 
1884 by Messrs. Blackwell & Turner, wdo were 
succeeded by the firm of Webber & Co. In No- 
vember, 1887, Mr. Caswell became sole proprie- 
tor. The trade is already a large one, and if 
the present rate of growth is continued, it will 
soon rank with that of the oldest established 
house of the kind in this section. The prem- 
ises, occupied comprise one floor and a base- 
ment each of the dimensions of 20x80 feet, and 
contain a very carefully selected stock of goods 
including the choicest grades of Flour, as well 
as the best selections of Groceries and Provis- 
ions of all kinds, such as Beef Pork, Mutton, 
Lard, Poultry, Sausages, etc., also Oranges, 
Lemons and Bananas, and the best and most 
popular brands of Tobacco and Cigai's. Low 
prices are quoted on all these articles and the 
most careful buyer will find that nothing is to 
be lost, and much to be gained, by placing their 
orders here. Three capable assistants are con- 



stantly employed, and every effort is made to 
serve customers promptly as well as politely, 
and orders are delivered without unnecessary 
delay. Mr. Caswell is a native of Augusta, and 
belongs to the A. O. U. VV. 



E. J. Roberts, D. D. S., Water Street, 
near Post-office, Augusta. In the rapid im- 
provements of the last quarter of a century, 
every branch of business has seemed to move 
forward, but none more so than the dental 
art, which would seem to be at its height, 
especially as we view the appliances and im- 
provements of our best dental rooms. Dr. E. 
J. Roberts is the leading man in this city en- 
gaged in this profession, and no pains or money 
is spared to provide every modern invention, 
and all branches of dentistry are conducted in 
an enlightened manner. Dr. Roberts occupies 
an elegant suite of rooms, handsomely fur- 
nished, and supplied with every convenience 
for the comfort of his many patrons. He is 
located on Water Street, near Post-office. Dr. 
Roberts founded his establishment in 1860, and 
has since that date obtained a reputation for 
first-class work and reasonable prices. He is 
thoroughly conversant with the dental art, and 
conducts it in all its varied and difficult opera- 
tions. Dr. Roberts is a native of Maine, and 
well and favorably known in social as well as 
business circles of this community. We com- 
mend him and his establishment to the favora- 
ble notice of all the interested readers of this 
volume. 



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133 



Geo. E. Macomber's Insurance Agency, 
Granite Hall Block, Market Square, Auajusta. 
Fire, Life and Accident Insurance in the best 
American and English Companies. Capital rep- 
resented, $50,000,000. Every man identified 
with the control of property, whether as owner, 
trustee or administrator, will recognize the im- 
portance of fire insurance. No man can lay any 
claim to business wisdom who disregards this 
duty, whether it be to himself or through him- 
self to others. It of course relieves a business 
man of much anxiety to feel that his stock is 
fully covered by insurance; but care should be 
taken that this is placed in perfectly responsi- 
ble and reliable companies, lest it should be 
discovered that the feeling of security was but 
ill-founded after all. As it is entirely out of the 
question for every man who desires insurance 
to personally investigate the solvency of the 
many companies now engaged in this business, 
the best plan, undoubtedly, is to intrust the 
placing of Insurance to some old-established, 
and well-known agency, which has served its 
customers well in the past, and has every in- 
ducement to continue to do so in the future. 
Life, compared to Fire Insurance, has to be 
looked upon in quite a different light. We 
have so often alluded to the importance of Life 
Insurance to the best interests of the communi- 
ty, that there is little rnox'e to be said to rein- 
force it. The most striking argument that can 
be offered for it is to be drawn from some one 
of the practical examples of '"sudden deaths" 
that from time to time occur. We can quote 
instances where well-known parties have had 
their lives insured during the first days of a 
month, and who suddenly died but a few days 
later, their policy being $10,000. The shcatuess 
and uncertainty of life — how often do we read 
and hear the words, until they fall on the ear as 
a thrice-told tale, and, while we mentally give 
our assent to it, apply it rather to our neighbor 
than ourselves. It must come to us all, howev- 
er, sooner or later, and the prudent man real- 
izes that it is his duty, as well as his interest, to 
protect himself against the chance of an abrupt 
termination of his life. The satisfaction it af- 
fords in the feeling of security arising from the 
knowledge that no matter when the dread de- 
stroyer comes, your family is provided for, is of 
itself sufficient reason for insurance. In regard 
to accident policies, similar reasons could be ar- 
gued in particular to the public who are travel- 
ing considerable, and where in such cases acci- 
dents are apt to take place at any moment, with- 
out warning, and even though taking all possi- 
ble precautions. Any party representing such 
three lines as Fire, Life and Accident, may just- 
ly be called " a city's most important person- 
age," and as this sketch is based upon matters 
of facts, and relating to Augusta, Me., Mr. Ma- 
comber is actually, in every way this city's prin- 
cipal Insurance man. Since 1870, Mr. Macom- 
ber has controlled this Agency, the companies 
he represents being the largest and soundest, 
are as follows : ^tna of Hartford, Conn. : Com- 
mercial of Hartford ; Hanover of N. Y. ; Insur- 
ance Co. of North America. Philadelphia; In- 
surance Co., State of Pa.. Philadelphia; Conti- 
nental of N. Y. ; Springfield, Mass.: Niagara, 
N. Y. ; First National, Worcester: New Hamp- 
shire, Manchester; Merchants, Newark, N. J.; 
Queen of England ; London & Lancaster of 



England: Norwich Union of England; Citizens 
of Pittsburg; Granite State, Portsmouth, N.H. ; 
Quincy Mutual, Qumcy. Mass.; Lancashire of 
England; Holyoke Mutual, Salem, Mass.; Com- 
mercial Union of England; Peoples of Man- 
chester, Eng. ; Fireman's Fund of California; 
Traders & Mechanics, Lowell, Mass. ; North 
British & Mercantile, England; Fire Insurance 
Association of England ; Western of Canada; 
Northern of England: ^tna Life of Hartford, 
Conn.; Travellers' \Mg and Accident, Hartford, 
Conn.; Lloyds Plate Glass, N. Y. ; the total 
amount being .$100,000,000. Mr. Macomber is 
at present Mayor of Augusta, it being the third 
term he is serving in that capacity. Being high- 
ly respected, and taking a lively interest in the 
growth and welfare of the city, much of the 
piosperity of Augusta's flourishing business is 
due to its Mayor's high business qualifications 
and activity. He is well known, not only in this 
city and County, but tliioiigh the entire State of 
Maine. Mr. Macomber solicits corre-sponiience, 
and is ever ready to afford any additional infor- 
mation desired. 



G. A. & H. Cony, Stable, Market Square, 
Augusta. The Livery and Boarding Stable car- 
ried ou by Messrs. G. A. &, H. Cony has long 
been known as one of the best appointed in the 
State, but since it was remodeled and enlarged 
in September 1888, it has held a higher position 
than ever, and the facilities for the accommo- 
dation of customers seem now incapable of im- 
provement. There is a carriage- room on the 
first floor, measuring 50x110 feet, and a room 
of sioiiliar dimensions ou the second floor ca- 
pable of accommodating fifty horses, there be- 
ing five roomy and well-ventilated box-stalls and 
every provision made for the comfort and well- 
being <»f the animals cared for. Horses will be 
boarded by the week or month at very moder- 
ate rates, and we can assure our readers that 
the most valuable animals may be left here in 
perfect safety as the conveniences are first-class 
and kind treatment is invariably given. The 
upper story gives ample accommodation for 
thirty tons of hay. and the building also con- 
tains an elegant offio<- with fine toilet room, a 
parcel room, one for the storage of Robes, a 
Harness room. Hostler's room, etc. Business 
was begun in ]874underthe firm name of Cony, 
Farrar & Co., but since the death of Mr. Farrar 
in 1888. the present style has been adopted. 
The property has been owned from the first by 
the Messrs. Cony, Mr. Farrar simply having an 
interest in the livery stock. The location is re- 
markably central and convenient, being adja- 
cent to the railway station and but half a block 
from the steamboat landing, and strangers in 
Augusta should by all means embrace the op- 
portunity oflEered to drive about the city and 
vicinity— known throughout New England as 
among the most picturesque in the country. 
The firm are very liberal in catering to the 
public, and take pride in furnishing unexcep- 
tionable turnouts at low rates. Experienced 
and civil drivers will be supplied if desired, and 
we feel convinced that those who patronize this 
establishment on the representations here made 
will have reason to thank us for calling atten- 
tion to the advantages offered.* 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



"The Bazaar," Gents' Furnishings, Um- 
brellas, Overalls, Jumpers, etc. Crockery, 
Glass and Tin Ware, 5, 10 and 25 Cent 
Goods. Novelties added weekly. Frederick 
H. Owen, Bazaar, Water Street, Augusta. 
Before paying 15 or '/O cents for an article 
elsewhere, be sure it is not on our 5 or 10 
Cent Counters. If the word "Bazaar" be 
defined to mean an establishment where 
goods in great variety are sold at lowest 
rates we believe that no one familiar with 
the facts would question the justice of its 
application to the emporium conducted by 
Frederick II. Owen, at the Bazaar, Water St. 
This gentleman may be entitled one of the 
leaders in this line of trade in Augusta, and 
it would be difficult to find a man more 
thoroughly posted, or one more alive to the 
demands of the times. He began business 
in 1S85 and during the time since elapsed he 
has built up a reputation for low prices and 
fair dealings. He is a native of this city 
and is one of the most widely known of our 
Augusta merchants. Two floors are occu- 
pied and a stock carried which is hard to 
parallel elsewhere either for size or variety. 
Among the moie prominent goods handled 
are Novelties, Fancy Articles, Toys, Games 
and hundreds of other things which our 
limited space will not arlmit of mention. 
All these goods are classed and sold as 5, 10, 
and 25 cent good.*^. Thiee reliable and cour- 
teous assistants are employed and the entire 
business is conducted by Mr. Owen on a 
high plane of honor and fair representation 
of all goods and one price, that the lowest. 



Mis.s Li. 31. Jordan, Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, No. 154 Water Street, Augusta. 
Among the many fine stores located on 
Water Street one of the most attractive in 
its line is that conducted by Miss L. M. 
Jordan. This establishment was founded 
in 1878 by its present proprietress, and from 
its inception has ranked among the first- 
class establishments in this line of trade in 
Augusta. The store covers an area of 20x50 
feet, and is elegantly fitted up for the taste- 
ful display of the large stock handled, which 
embraces a complete line of Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, and in fact everything usual- 
ly called for in a first-class Millinery and 
Fancy Goods Store. Experienced assistants 
are employed and all orders are filled 
promptly. It is with pleasure that we 
recommend Miss Jordan and her establish- 
ment to tire favorable attention of all our 
readers who have not patronized her; here 
they can obtain fresh goods of the latest designs 
and newest fashions at fair and reasonable 
prices. Miss Jordan is a native of Augusta and 
is thoroughly experienced in all the details of 
her business and well deserves the success she 
has achieved. 




J. J.PMaher & Co.. Edward's New Block, 
North End Clothing House, Augusta. Travel- 
ers in this country from foreign lands, however 
much else they may see to admire, always find 
time to notice and to express their surprise at 
the well-dressed condition of the people here 
as a whole. There is no such attention paid to 



the wants of the people by clothiers abroad, as 
there is here, where the competition among 
those engaged in the business is so keen, that 
$2.00 is more often made on suits of clothes 
than $5.00, and where most of the dealers be- 
lieve it is better to sell a large quantity at a 
small profit, than a small amount at a large 
profit. The clothing business is so arranged 
now that dwellers in the metropolis have no 
advantage whatever over those living in the 
surrounding smaller cities in the matter of pur- 
chasing clothing. It is a well-known saying, 
and one of no small amount of credence, that 
" the clothes make the man." But they must 
be good clothes, however, which is quite an- 



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135 




bit» business, one of the city's well-known and 
hishly-respected citizens, and is what may be 
termed "a self-made man." 



other thing, and the trouble is nowadays to 
find an establishment where garments suitable 
for the outer covering of a gentleman are made 
of good, honest material, which are of fashion- 
able style, perlect fit, and last, but by no means 
least, at a reasonable outlay. This business of 
J. J. Maher & Co. was started Nov. J 2, 1887. 
The store contains as full and as complete 
an assortment of clothing, Underwear, Hats, 
Caps, etc., etc., en Jin, everything belonging 
to a first-class gents' furnishing goods store, 
as can be found in any store even in the me- 
tropolis. The stoie is well lighted, and meas- 
ures 24x60 feet in dimensions. The policy up- 
on which Mr. Maher conducts his business is 
characterized by libeiality, and the careful fos- 
tering of the interests of his patrons, so that 
transactions once entered into with him may 
be not only pleasant for the time beins-, but of 
a permanent nature. Buyer or no buyer, every 
one is requested lo inspect his assortment be- 
fore making a bargain anywhere, and the gen- 
eral opinion has always been that .). J. Maher 
& Co., the clothiers, carry an A I complete as- 
sortment, and is invariably the cheapest in 
Augusta, which means a great deal. Beside 
clothings. Mr. Maher is manager of the firm of 
Dr. J. J. Maher & Co., the proprietors of the 
celebrated " Clover Bitters," " Clover Balsam 
and Relief Liniment," all of which are so well 
known all over New England that further rec- 
ommendation of these celebrated medicines by 
our pen is entirely unnecessary. Mr. Maher 
was born in Springfield, Mass., is a prominent 
member of the A. O. U. W., was in 1887 elected 
overseer of the poor for a teim of three years, 
and is today, through perseverance, honest 
dealings, and strict "personal" attention to 



Cliarles Bryant, Dentist, 140 Water 
Street, Augusta. American dentists have the 
reputation of being the best in the world, and 
certainly if they are not they should be, for 
they have an excellent opportunity to practice 
their profession on +heir fellow-countrymen, as 
the latter have the poorest teeth of any nation. 
Another advantage they enjoy is in the supe- 
rior inventive talent of citizens of the United 
States, which has been used to such good pur- 
pose of late years in dentistry, that much of 
its attendant drudgery is now greatly lightened, 
and much trouble and expense are thus saved. 
Among the dentists who have gained the con- 
fidence of the public the establishment con- 
ducted by Charles Bryant holds a deservedly 
high position. This gentleman began the prac- 
tice of his profession in Augusta, in 1884. His 
patronage is at present large and select. At 
this establishment one may have their teeth 
extracted, and artificial ones inserted. His op- 
erating room is supplied with all the latest 
modern instruments and facilities for thorough 
and artistic work, and all unnecessary display 
of them is carefully avoided, a point that will 
be appreciated by nervous or timid patrons. 



D. P. Knowlton, Dealer in Picture Mold- 
ings, Oil Paintings, and Steel Engravings. Pic- 
ture Framing a Specialty. Upholstering and 
Jobbing. 101 Water Street, nearly opposite 
Post-office, Augusta. The artistic taste of a 
community is a sure index of its refinement 
and culture, and we are safe in asserting that 
in no city of equal magnitude is this more evi- 
dent than in Augusta. This city possesses, to 
a marked degree, in its establishments, every 
facility for fostering the aesthetic tastes of the 
community, and it is in a large measure due to 
a house like that of Mr. D. P. Knowlton, which 
serves as a prominent type that these to-be de- 
sired results have been obtained. Mr. Knowl- 
ton has been established in this line of busi- 
ness in Augusta since 1881, and during the pe- 
riod elapsed this enterprise has steadily ad- 
vanced in importance until it has attained its 
present position. The premises utilized for 
the business are located at 101 Water Street, 
nearly opposite the Post-office, and comprise 
two floors and basement, each 20x60 feet in 
dimensions, where is tastefully displayed the 
very fine and complete assortment of goods 
handled, which consists of a fine selection of 
Picture Moldings, Oil Paintings, and Steel En- 
gravings. Employment is given to capable 
and reliable assistants, and the extensive retail 
trade, which is under the direct management 
of Mr. Knowlton, is most efficiently managed. 
Mr. Knowlton makes a specialty of Picture 
Framing, and in additon to the above-named 
line of business he is prepared to do Uphols- 
tering Work, and all jobbing in this line is 
promptly attended to. All work intrusted to 
his care is executed in the best manner possi- 
ble, and patrons visiting this establishment will 
find many inducements to purchase, difficult to 
duplicate elsewhere. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



Charles C. Hunt, Hallett & 
Davis Pianos, Augusta. The recog- 
nized superiority of the Hallett Sc 
Davis Pianos over many others in ii^e 
has of late years created a demand for 
these instruments almost equal to the 
facilities for their productions, grent 
as they are. Popular among the denl- 
ers who are agents for these instru- 
ments is Mr. Charles C. Hunt, who.'-e 
establishment is located on \Vat< r 
Street, Augusta, and is so efficiently 
and ably managed by him. Mr. Hunt 
is acceded to be one of the ablest and 
most reliable judges of musical instru- 
ments, especially Pianos and Organs. 
The premises occupied consist of three 
floors, each 20x60 feet ill" dimensions, 
■where many fine specimens of these 
popular instruments are displayed. 
The business transacted here com- 
prises an extensive retail trade iu 
Pianos, Organs, and Sheet Music, re- 
quiring the assistance of two thor- 
oughly competent clerks, who are 
polite and courteous in their attention 
to visitors, who are invited to inspect 
the goods dealt in hen% before pur- 
chasing elsewhere. Mr. Hunt is a 
native of Peadfield. Me., and a mem- 
ber of the Free Masons. He is an 
efficient business man and in his 
keeping the interests of his patrons 
are admirably subserved. 

Georg-e D. Haskell, Dealer ia 
Choice Family Groceries, Wholesale 
and Retail, Provisions, Teas and Cof- 
fees, Cony St., East Side. We know of 

no more worthy example of the old 

and representative houses of Augusta than the 
popular establishment now conducted by Mr. 
Geo. D. Haskell, and located on Cony Street, 
East Side. This establishment was originally 
started under its present title of George D. 
Haskell. This house possesses a valuable and 
extended experience in the Grocery and Pro- 
vision interest, and by liberal treatment of 
customers has rapidly advanced in public favor. 
Mr. Haskell occupies attractive premises, com- 
prising three floors, each covering an area of 
40x65 feet, which are well stocked and very 
conveniently arranged, and the trade is very 
large, both in wholesale and retail. Four very 
competent and experienced assistants are in 
attendance, thus insuring the patrons of the 
house prompt attention. A large and well- 
selected stock is constantly kept on hand, in- 
cluding the choicest Family and Fancy Gro- 
ceries, Provisions and Meats. Also Fresh and 
Salt Fish of all kinds (the only Fish Market on 
the East Side), Glass Ware, Crockery, and 
Earthen Ware, Lamps, Flower Pots. Wooden 
Ware, etc. Mr. Haskell is also Agent for the 
Barton Cheese and Coburn Butter. No infe- 
rior goods are sold, and every effort is made to 
avoid adulterated articles. The low prices and 
fine assortment carried have given this estab- 
lishment the large trade it enjoys. Mr. Has- 
kell is a native of Augusta, and a member of 
the Odd Fellows, and is an active business man, 
enjoying the respect and esteem of this 
community. 




O. Williamson, Manufacturer and Dealer 
in Furnaces, Stoves, Hardwaie, Tin Ware and 
Cutlery; Plumbing; also Coal Merchant. A 
full line of Agricultural Tools, IMoweis, Horse 
Rakes, Plows, Plow Castings. No. 6 Union 
Block, Augusta. An Augusta businejs house, 
whose reputation is by no means confined to 
the city, or even the State, is that now con- 
ducted under the name of O. Williamson, at 
No. G Union Block, Augusta. Mr. Williamson, 
who is now the sole propiietor and director of 
this enterprise, is a native of Maine. This 
Manufacturing and Retail business in Furnaces, 
Stoves, Hardware, etc., was established twenty 
years ago, under the firm name of Williamson 
& Greenwood, and so continued until 1879, 
when the firm was changed to Williamson, 
Ward & Cogan, and in 1887 Mr. O. Williamson, 
the present proprietor, assumed the full con- 
trol and management of the business. The 
premises utilized for Hardware and Plumbing 
comprises four floors of the building, each cov- 
ering an area of ;"0x2:J feet. lie has also five 
floors devoted to Agiicultural Implements,. 
Seeds and Phosphate, opposite 6 Union Block. 
The energies of this liou^e are devoted to the 
manufacture and retail branches of the above- 
named lines of business, giving employment to 
twelve thoroughly reliable and experienced as- 
sistants. The stock carried embiaces Fur- 
naces, Stoves, Hardware, Tin Ware, Cutlery, 
etc., and in the Plumbing depaitmeut. Force 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



137 



Pumps, Tubs, Copper Boilers, Stop-cocks, and 
Lead and Iron Pipes. Also Mowers, Horse-rakes, 
Plows, Plow Castings, and everything usually 
kept in a first-class agricultural store. A spe- 
cialty is made of job work of all kinds, which 
is promptly attended to. Mr. Williamson is 
one of our prominent and well-known citizens, 
having been a member of the School Committee. 




Edwards Manufacturing' Company, 

Cotton Mills, Water Street, Augusta. For a 
good many years New England has maintained 
her supremacy in the line of Cotton Manufac- 
turing, and the State of Maine has done its 
share toward securing this condition of affairs. 
Maine has always labored under some disad- 
vantages as compared with her sister states, by 
reason of her comparative remoteness from 
the great centers of trade, but the natural ad- 
vantages she possesses in the shape of valua- 
ble water-powers, etc., together with the enter- 
prise and industry of her citizens, have done 
much to neutralize the offset referred to, and 
have led to the establishment within her bor- 
ders of such mammoth undertakings as that 
carried on by the Edwards Manufacturing Com- 
pany, on Water Street, by the Kennebec! Dam. 
The plant utilized at this point is very exten- 
sive indeed, and jet is so far insufficient to 
supply the active and increasing demand for 
the companies goods, that there is being 
erected a large five-story factory, in addition to 
the buildings already occupied. These consist 
of three mills, comprising five stories and a 
basement each, and within these buildings 
may be found 1,.500 looms and 60,000 spindles, 
employment being given to seven hundred 
hands, and the monthly pay roll amounting to 
$18,000. The goods produced are Prints and 
Shirtings, and the output of the Edwards Man- 
ufacturing Company is too well known to the 
trade in general to make it necessary for us to 
call attention to its superior and uniform excel- 
lence. The selling agents are Bliss, Fabyan & 
Co., 100 Summer St., Boston, and 71 Thomas St., 
New York, and the management of the Co.'s 
affairs is in the hands of the following well- 
known gentlemen:— President, Dexter N. Rich- 
ards; Treasurer, Jacob Edwards; 'Agent, N. W. 
Cole ;f Clerk, Chas. B. .Fohnson; Directors, Dex- 
ter N. Richards, Jacob Edwards, Isaac Fenno, 
Chas. U. Cotting, J. H. Manley, J. Manchester 
Haynes, O. H. Alford. 



J. A. Fairbanks, Dealer in Fishing Tackle 
and Fine Cutlery, Sewing Machines, Dog Col- 
lars, Whistles, Bells, etc. Roller Skates in great 
variety. Fine Breech-Loading Rifles and Double 
Guns a Specialty. Gun Store and Office, 111 
Water Street, Augusta. One of the best stores 
in Maine for the purchase of Fishing Tackle, 
and everything used by sportsmen, is conducted 
by J. A. Fairbanks. He is well known among 
sportsmen, and his store is 
the headquarters for all kinds 
of Amunition, Whistles, Bells, 
Roller Skates, etc. In addi- 
tion, he sells Sewing Machines 
of popular makes, and all in 
want of one of these useful 
articles would do well to ex- 
amine his stock. Too much 
cannot be put into either the 
manufacture or selection of 
a Gun, for all considerations 
of safety and prudence de- 
mand that it be made of the 
best material by experienced 
hands. It is chiefly on ac- 
count of his productions be- 
ing fully up to the highest 
standard, that Mr. Fairbanks 
has built up so large a pat- 
ronage. Experienced and careful assistants aro 
employed. Orders are given prompt attention, 
and Repairing is done in the best manner, at 
the shortest notice and lowest price. It is 
believed that no house can offer more liberal 
inducements, or is in any way better prepared 
to fully satisfy its patrons. 



6EANITE NATIONAL BANK 

OF AUGUSTA. 

Desig-nated Depositary of the United 
States. 

Capital, 8100,000. 

Surplias, 825,000. 

Augusta, Me., Jan. 12, 1889. 



OFFICERS. 



Pkesident, 
Vice-President, 
Cashier, 
Assistant Cashier, 



D. ALDEN". 



J, W. BRADBURY. 

TREBY JOHNSON. 

ASA W. HEDGE. 



DIRECTORS. 

D. ALDEN, 

J. W. BRADBURY, 

JOHN W. CHASE, 

HORACE H. HAMLEN, 

TREBY JOHNSON. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



Charles Jenkins, Dealer in Fresh, Salt, 
Smoked, Canned and Pickled Fish, Oysters and 
Claras, Opposite Kennebec Journal OflSce, 
Water Street. A very popular establishment in 
this city is that carried on by Mr. Charles 
Jenkins, opposite the Kennebec .Tournal office 
on Water Street, and this popularity is due not 
only to the business methods of the firm men- 
tioned, but also to the nature of the commodity 
in which he deals, for everybody likes fish, and 
there is no house in the State that takes more 
pains to supply a good and reliable article, than 
that of Mr. Charles Jenkins. The premises 
occupied are of the dimensions of 18x40 feet 
and contains a stock made up of Fresh, Salt, 
Smoked and Pickled Fish, Oysters, Lobsters, 
and Clams. Pickles by the jar or gallon are 
also extensively handled and Oyster and Fancy 
Crackers are on hand in great variety. A pop- 
ular feature of the enterprise is the free deliv- 
ery of goods to any part of the city, and in fact 
the business methods throughout are as liberal 
as they are intelligent. This undertaking was 
founded in 1876 and during the past twelve 
years has become more or less familiar to every 
citizen. Therefore we need hardly say that it 
deserves hearty support, for the public have 
long since discovered that a due equivalent is 
given here for every penny expended and that 
the best of goods are supplied at the lowest 
market rates. 



Parker N. Savage, Livery Stable, Cony 
Street, Augusta. Getting a horse at the average 
Livery Stable is a good deal like getting a wife 
— you may strike a good one the first time but 
the chances are all against you. Now on the 
goodness of the horse depends all the enjoy- 
ment of driving, for one can put up with 
ancient and springless carriages, rough roads, 
and even bad weather on a pinch, as long as they 
have a speedy and willing animal between the 
shafts; but the finest vehicle and smoothest 
roads are of no avail if the horse has to be 
" driven " in fact as well as in name. A Livery 
Stable which since its establishment in 1884, 
has gained a high reputation and a large 
amount of custom by the fine character of the 
turn-outs furnished by it, is that conducted by 
Mr. Parker N. Savage on Cony Street. This 
gentleman is a native of Augusta and widely 
known here. The premises in use by him com- 
prise one building with all the facilities of a 
modern Livery and Sale Stable. A large num- 
ber of Horses and Carriages are now accom- 
modated here and those wishing to procure a 
stylish and elegant team at a reasonable price, 
should give Mr. Savage a call. Employment is 
given to capable assistants and all horses en- 
trusted to this stable are assured the best of 
care and attention, and the kindest treatment. 



F. Li. Webber, Dealer in Choice Family 
Groceries, Fine Flours, Meats, Country Produce, 
etc., No. 4 Union Block, Augusta. It is useless to 
ask our readers if they wish to be assured of 
polite treatment and fair dealing when placing 
their orders for Groceries and Provisions, for 
everybody of course does have just this wish 
and is by no means always able to gratify it. 



However, we can afford some assistance at 
least to those who are not entirely satisfied 
with their present relations with grocers, etc., 
for we feel assured that Mr. F. L. Webber, of 
No. 4 Union Block, Water Street, Augusta, is 
in a position to satisfy all who may favor him 
with their custom, and we have no doubt but 
that those who have dealings with him will 
sustain us in recommending his establishment 
to all who appreciate reliable goods and courte- 
ous treatment. This concern was first estab- 
lished twelve years ago and after one or two 
changes in its management, came under the con- 
trol of Messrs. Blackwood & Webber in 1875, 
and was successfully managed by them until 
1882, when Mr. F. L. Webber assumed full pro- 
prietorship. The premises utilized by him are 
6.5x20 feet in dimensions, and the stock on hand 
is sufficient to fill all the available space, being 
made up of Choice Family Groceries, Fine 
Flours, Meats, and Country Produce, etc., and 
beifig complete in every detail. Employment is 
given to three assistants, and Mr. Webber 
endeavors to handle no goods except such as 
he can recommend, and to place his prices at 
such figures that all will be satisfied. Mr. 
Webber is a native of Maine, and well known 
in social as well as business circles, being a 
member of the Masons, Odd Fellows, and 
United Workmen. 



J. S. Hendee, Photographer, Augusta. 
Since the time that the great French artist dis- 
covered the art of daguerreotyping, photo- 
graphy has been making rapid and continual 
advances, until to-day it occupies a position of 
commanding infiuence. Mr. J. S. Hendee, 
opened his Photographing Studio here in 1859, 
and the popularity and success which have at- 
tended his subsequent progress speaks most 
conclusively for his skill as an artist, and the 
good taste of the people of Augusta. He occu- 
pies three well-fitted up rooms, each 22x72 
feet in dimensions, and located on Water Street, 
and is prepared to offer all his patrons the 
most satisfactory work in the way of fine photo- 
graphy, and every facility is at hand in the way 
new and improved apparatus for the production 
of first-class work. An examination of his work 
and the testimony of his large circle of patrons 
will confirm all the claims for his talent and 
workmanship. Mr. Hendee is a native of Ver- 
mont and has made many friends in our midst by 
his thorough and uniform courtesy and trained 
skill as an artist. He is ably assisted in his 
Studio by the talented and popular Miss Juliet 
Bigelow, who is considered to be one of the 
finest retouchers in Maine. 



A. C. TITCOMB, 

SURGEON DENTIST, 

DENTAL ROOMS, 

Cor. Water and Bridge Sts., 

AUGUSTA, 3IE, 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



139 



Cony House, G. A. &, H. Cony, Proprie- 
tors,iWater Street, Augusta. It is fittincr and 
proper that in this review of tlie commercial 
interests of Augusta and vicinity, we should 
make prominent mention of such an establish- 
ment as the Cony House, for the leading hotel 
of the State's capital is certainly worthy of re- 
spectful consideration. This house Las been 
conducted without change in ownership for 
nearly a score of years, in this respect standing 
alone among similiar institutions in this city. 
The premises occupied comprise four floors of 
the dimensions of 90x60 feet, and are divided 
up into fifty rooms. Both Messrs. G. A. & H. 
■Cony are natives of Augusta, and are so univer- 
sally known here that further personal mention 
of them is hardly called for. Suffice it to say 
that although they take pride in the past record 
of the Cony House, they are by no means dis- 
posed to rest on their laurels, but on the con- 
trary are ever on the alert to improve the char- 
acter of the service offered to the public. Ten 
experienced assistants are employed and a care- 
ful supervision of the entire establishment is 
kept up, thus assuring that guests shall receive 
the attention and respect that are their due, and 
that the complete system in operation shall not 
suffer from neglect in any of its details. The 
table is supplied at all«seasons of the year with 
the best that the market affords, and the bill of 
fare is sufficiently varied to suit all tastes. Cook- 
ing and serving will be found very satisfactory, 
for great pains have been taken in this depart- 
ment and the result is most gratifying and ac- 
ceptable. The terms for regular or transient 
guests will compare favorably with those asked 
for decidedly inferior acccmimodations else- 
where, and in short liberality and experience 
are plainly observable in the management of 
this establishment from roof to cellar. A first- 
class Livery Stable is connected with the hotel, 
this being conducted by Messrs. G. A. & H. 
Cony, and having been in operation since 1874. 
Messrs. G. A. & H. ('ony are natives of this 
city, and Mr.G. A., a member of the Free Masons, 
and Mr. H. Cony, an Odd Fellow, both gentle- 
men being well known about the city. Car- 
riages will be furnished for any occasion at 
short notice, and experienced and careful 
drivers are furnished when desired. Single and 
double teams can be obtaifued here at very low 
rates, and horses suitable for ladies (»;riving can 
always be supplied. 



Augusta & Waterville Marble Works, 

W. H. Turner, Proprietor; Monuments, Tablets, 
and Grave Stones, of Italian and American 
Marble, also Scotch and American Granite 
Monuments, Bridge Street, Augusta. Main 
Street, Waterville. The enterprise known as 
the "Augusta and Waterville Marble Works," 
must be familiar to every resident of this city, 
for it has been carried on for nearly 40 years, 
having been inaugurated in 1850. A branch 
house is maintained in Waterville, on Main 
Street, and the premises occupied in this city 
comprise two floors 20x.50 feet in dimensions 
together with ample yard-room, the establish- 
ment being located on Bridge Street. Monu- 
mental Tablets and Grave Stones of Italian and 
American Marble, are dealt in very extensively 
and will be made to order at short notice. 
Designs will be furnished on application, and 



Cemetery Work of all kinds done at the lowest 
market rates and in an eminently satisfactory 
manner. The proprietor, Mr. W. H. Turner, is 
a native of Augusta and a member of the Free 
Masons. He employs five experienced and 
skilled assistants and permits no work to leave 
his premises that is not fully up to the stand- 
ard which the public have learned to expect in 
connection with orders filled at this old estab- 
lished concern. Both a wholesale and retail 
business is done and Marble is by no means 
the only material worked, for both Scotch and 
American Granite are handled to a considerable 
extent and some very tasteful and beautiful 
monuments are produced. The importance of 
combining good taste and fine workmanship in 
Cemetery work can hardly be over-estimated, 
and those having any orders to place in this 
line can do no better than to give Mr. Turner a 
call. 



Bean & Hamlin, Pianos, Organs, and Sew- 
ing Machines, 128 Water Street, next to Ken- 
nebec Saving Bank, Augusta. A most desirable 
place in Augusta, for the purchase of Pianos, 
Organs and Sewing Machines of all makes is that 
of Bean & Hamlin located at No. 123 Water St. 
This lepresentative firm was formed here in 
1888, and has from the beginning met with 
decided and deserved success. The office and 
store room are located at the above address and 
are filled to the utmost capacity with the ele- 
gant assortment of Pianos, Organs, and Sewing 
Machines of all styles and makes. They 
supply everything in their line at the lowest 
prices, for first-class instruments, and all are 
warranted, and satisfaction always guaranteed. 
Both are natives of Maine, and well known 
in the business circles of this community. They 
have unsurpsissed facilities for successfully con- 
ducting a large trade. They are reliable and re- 
sponsible in business, and have won success in 
trade here because of their sterling worth and 
ability. 

Bussell & "Weston, Foreign and Domestic 
Dry Goods, under Cony House. Augusta be- 
ing one of the most popular and enterprising 
cities of the State, it is not at all surprising 
that this city is also a great distributing point 
from which goods are sent to all the sections 
adjacent. There are many enterprising firms 
here engaged almost exclusively in this class of 
trade and among these none bears a higher 
reputation, not only for energy and shrewdness, 
but also for strict commercial probity, than 
does that known as Bussell & Weston, doing 
business on Water Street, under the Cony 
House. This enterprise was founded in 1881 by 
Messrs. Bussell and Weston. The house deals 
in Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods at retail, 
and occupies a store 2.5x40 feet in dimensions, 
for the accommodation of the heavy and com- 
plete stock which is constantly on hand. Large 
quantities of everything included in the Dry 
and Fancy Goods line are disposed of, and three 
very capable, and thoroughly efficient assistants 
are employed. The individual members of the 
firm are Mr. \V. F. Bussell and Mr. N. Weston, 
both natives and highly respected citizens and 
business men of Augusta. Their trade is 
rapidly growing and they evidently have a 
bright future before them. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF AUGUSTA. 



G. A. Bryant, Livery and Sale Stable, 
Bowman Street, Augusta. Of the many means 
of relaxation and recreation open to the peo- 
ple nowadays, few, if any, have that perpetual 
charm and infinite variety that characterize 
riding and driving. There is something in 
associating one's self with a good Tiorse that 
almost invariably tends to drive away " the 
blues," and when gliding along behind a 
speedy stepper, the brisk motion, the fresh air, 
and the sense of power that comes when con- 
trohng a spirited and powerJul animal, all 
combine to make a man forget the rise in com 
or the drop in wheat, and cause him to be 
happy and irrepressible for the time being. So 
it is no wonder that riding and driving are pop- 
ular, and that Livei y Stables increase and mul- 
tiply. Of course to experience the pleasurable 
sensations hinted at above, you want a good 
horse, and one of the surest ways of securing 
one, if you propose to hire a turnout, is to call 
on -Mr. G. A. Bryant, who conducts the Livery 
and Sale Stable, on Bowman Street, Augusta. 
This establishment was founded in ]88;3, by 
the piesent proprietor. Two stables are occu- 
pied, covering an area of 30x100 feet, affording 
ample room for the hoises placed here on sale, 
in addition to those owned by Mr. Bryant. 
The business requires the services of very capa- 
ble assistants. Mr. Bryant is a native of, and 
extremely well known m Augusta, and his in- 
telligent efforts to provide a much more desir- 
able service to his patrons than the average sta- 
ble aflfords, have met with great success, and 
tiained him many well-wishers. The prices for 
letting horses aie as low as circumstances will 
permit, and carriages can be fuinishtd for any 
occasion at short notice. 



G. A. Bryant, Proprietor Fianklin House, 
corner Cony and Bowman Streets. Augusta 
has many fine hotels, but Jew of them com- 
bine, in so satisfactory a manner, the com- 
forts of a home and the conveniences of a 
public house, as does the j.opular Franklin 
House. It will be seen that the location of the 
house is central, and this faet, together with 
the liberal and accommodating manner in 
which the hotel is managed, have had much to 
do with the success of its entei prising propri- 
etor, Mr. G. A. Bryant, who has conducted it 
since 1885. The hotel contains eighteen looms, 
all of good size and well lighted. The closest 
inspection of the house, from roof to cellar, 
will only discover neatness and order, as the 
proprietor keeps a vigilant watch over the 
whole establishment, and not only requires his 
employees to keep affairs in that condition, but 
by personal supeiintendence satisfies himself 



that his orders are strictly complied with. 
The best of accommodation is furnished for 
either transient or regular boarders, at most 
reasonable rates, the best that the market af- 
fords being served to guests, and the large 
number that patronize the house shows how 
the treatment received is appieciated. 



C. Beale & Co., House and Sign Painters, 
and dealers in Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Japan, 
Putty, Glass and Paper Hangings, No. 5 Union 
Block, Water Street. The work of the house 
painter is very important, combining as it does, 
utility and beauty, and it is becoming more and 
more important every year as the popularity of 
'• Queen Anne," and similar styles of houses in- 
creases. The day has gone by when a square 
structure covered with white paint answered 
for a dwelling house, and nowadays we have 
cosy looking buildings with a bewildering con- 
fusion of angles, etc., painted in three or four 
colors and appearing as homelike without as 
they are inviting within. But to get the best 
effect from such dwellings it is essential that 
they should be painted by experienced hands, 
and n-t only that, but the material used should 
be firhi-class and able to stand the severity of 
our New England weather. Therefore house- 
owners will find it worth their while to take 
some little trouble to place all work of this kind 
in competent hands, and they can possibly do 
no better than to leave their orders with Messrs. 
C. Beale & Co., doing business at 5 Union 
Block, Water Street, Augusta, for this concern 
has been engaged in the painting industry since 
1833, when it was established by Mr. J. Beale 
and continued by him until 1837, when Mr. 
Heath was admitted to the firm, and its style 
became Beale & Heath. In 1850 it was changed 
to Beale & Farnham, and so continued until 
1873, when the present style was adopted of C. 
Beale &, Co. They have gained a reputation 
second to none for durable, tasteful, and en- 
tirely satisfactory work. The individual mem- 
bers of the present firm are Messrs. C. Beale, F. 
H. Beale, and E. F. Blackman, all of whom are 
natives of Maine, and well-known and highly 
respected business men of this community. 
The business piemises occupied by Messrs. C. 
Beale & Co., consists of three floors and base- 
ment of the building, each (50x22 feet in size, 
where in addition to custom work in House and 
Sign Painting they have a wholesale and retail 
qrade in Paints, Oils, Varnishes. Japan, Putty, 
Glass, and Paper Hangings. Employment is 
given to a larpe number of thoroughly experi- 
enced and skilled assistants, and all orders in 
any of the above lines of business will be 
promptly filled and executed in the [most satis- 
factory manner. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



-OF — 



GARDINKR. 



MN this State of magnificent rivers, the Kennebec has been widely regarded as 
unsurpassed for its beauty, and the power and charms of tlie towns and cities 
which adorn its banks. Since the early days of the colony, Gardiner has always been 
among the most influential and prominent of the communities in this part of the State. 
With Hallowell and Augusta it gives a solidity and power to this heart of the State 
which makes it a great center of industrial and political interest. The Kennebec 
Indians were the first known human occupants of this vicinity. They have left 
traditions and memorials not loud but deep. The bones of tlieir departed ancestors 
are occasionally discovered throughout this region. All evidences go to show that 
the tribe was powerful and advanced beyond the ordinary Indian standard. Their 
form of government and mode of life was nearly the best that has been discovered to 
exist upon the hunting stage. They had their councils and chiefs, their orators, poli- 
tical managers and medicine men. The fertility of the soil made them more than 
commonly agricultural in their tastes, so that they were in the main a peaceful tribe, 
and did not give much annoyance to the p]nglish, who first came into this region to 
form a permanent settlement about the middle of the 18th century, though there had 
been trading stations alonsr the river before that time. 

After various transitions of ownership, a grant of this region was made in 1729 to 
William Bradford, of the New Plymouth colony, the title later revoking to the 
colony itself. Through the " Kennebec Purchase," Dr. Sylvester Gardiner became a 
proprietor in the company endeavoring to colonize this region in 1754, and to him 
this region owes more than to any other man. Dr. Sylvester Gardiner was one of 
Boston's most talented, learned and able professional men. Greatly interested in the 
growth of this vicinity, he gave such earnest and energetic attention to its progress 
that a large grant of land here was awarded him for his services. In 1760, he sent 
out a little company of seven men and four women, with their families, who were 
landed at this point of the river, and laid the foundation of the town afterward 
named in Dr. Gardiner's honor. 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF GARDINER. 



In the following year Dr. Gardiner had a mill erected here, which was of great 
utility to the little but growing village. Among the earliest settlers were Thomas, 
Fitch, Lovis, Winslow, Davis, McCausland and Philbrook. The first white child 
born was Jonathan Winslow. Before the settlement advanced very far it was con- 
fronted with the intemperance question in the large importation of bad whiskey, etc., 
which obstruction to their progress was not removed until after a long and hard 
struggle. Benaiah Door, who came here in 1763, became influential in the early days 
of Gardiner. 



Dr. Sylvester Gardiner, 
though very energetic and 
successful in the druggist 
business, where he made his 
fortune, had strong conserv- 
ative leanings. He was one 
of the largest proprietors in 
the State of Maine, owning 
here over 100,000 good acres ; 
but when the Revolution 
came on he gave them all up 
for the sake of principle and 
the mother country. As he 
espoused the British cause he 
was obliged to leave Boston 
and his great possessions be- 
hind. But through many lit- 
igations after the war, his 
sons managed to gain pos- 
session of their legitimate 
heritage, which gave im- 
mense returns for Dr. Gardi- 
ner's laborious efforts. After 
the war, Dr. Gardiner re- 
turned to Boston, and died at Newport in 1786. 

The Revolution, however, found few Tories in this vicinity. Great enthusiasm was 
shown in the support of the principles and battles of the Revolution. By united 
action the settlers around were able to send a company of thirty men, under Reuben 
Colburn, to Cambridge in 1775. Others also enlisted in the disastrous expedition to- 
Canada under Benedict Arnold, who passed through the Kennebec valley in the fall 
of 1775. The town contributed more than its due share, and took the deepest interest 
in the great cause; none rejoicing more heartily in the Declaration of Peace in 1783. 

The closing years of the eighteenth and first of the nineteenth century were ones 
of marked progress. By 1803, this part of the region had so increased as to be set 
of£ from Pittston and incorporated as a separate town. Its original name was " Cab- 
bassia," from the Indian, meaning "the place where sturgeon abound." At this time 
the population was estimated at about two hundred and fifty inhabitants. 




The "CASTLE," one of the Oldest Buildings. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF GARDINER. 



14a 



The first town officers were as follows: — Moderator, Dudley B. Hobart; Town 
Clerk, Seth Gray; Selectmen, B. Gannett, D. B. Hobart and William Barker. Soon 
after tliis the primitive name was changed in honor of the family which had done so 
much to upbuild the place. The Gardiner Lyceum was founded in 1822, and was a 
strong influence in advancing the intellectual life of the place from that time on. 

Among the most prominent citizens of Gardiner at this period was the Hon. Geo. 
Evans, who represented this District in Congress and was a leading man in State 
politics for many years. 

An important commercial epoch was inaugurated in 1826, by the arrival of the first 
steamer run on the Kennebec, The Waterville. Since then the facilities for transpor- 
tation on water have rapidly increased, and now constant communication by water i» 
maintained with Boston and other great cities. This fact has been very helpful to- 
our business interests, developing them and rendering Gardiner one of the choicest- 
places for manufacturing settlement in the State. This place is now the practical 
head of summer navigation on the Kennebec. 

In 1848, the beautiful Oak Grove Cemetery was completed and consecrated. In 
1850, the arrival of the first telegraphic dispatch ; and in 1851, the entrance of the 
first railroad train into Gardiner were events of deep and wide importance, whose 




RESIDENCE OF ME. W. H. RING. 

influence of upbuilding has been constantly felt up to the present time. Among the 
most remarkable men Gardiner produced in the first half of the century was William 
Burns, born in 1819, who achieved a great success, both in Boston and New York, as 
a leading journalist. The population of Gardiner in 3 850 had arisen to 6,486, and its 
valuation was $2,098,000. In the same year it was incorporated as a city, the first 
mayor being Mr. R. H. Gardiner, and the city clerk John Webb. Since that time 
Gardiner has continued to develop its municipal government until it is so effectual 
and reliable that it is a model, and has been, to many new cities. The Kennebec river 
at Gardiner can easily float a vessel of 800 tons, and during the first half of this cen- 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF GARDINER. 



tury the shipping interests of Gardiner were prosperous and progressive. The decay 
of this interest, and the separation from Gardiner of other towns, tended to retard its 
growth, but tlie introducing of manufacturing enterprises has neutralized it and inau- 
gurated a great advance movement. 

The military history of Gardiner has been honorable and energetic. A riflemen 
company was formed in 1813, which took an important part in the land troubles about 
Augusta in that year. In the Mexican war the city was represented by Col. F. T. 
Lally, Capt. Chas. N. Bodfish and other gallant soldiers. The duties involved by the 
civil war were discharged witli eagerness and celerity. A full quota of men was sent, 
largely enlisted in the 1st, 3d, 9th, 11th, 14th, 15th, 24th, 28th and 29th State Volun- 
unteer Regiments. Col. Geo, M. Atwood, of the 24th, and other gallant officers and 
men maintained the honor of the city, not without loss "and death. The city contrib- 
uted generously to all allied measures, and has not ceased to cherish the memory of 
its noble soldier sons. 



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The water supply 
of Gardiner is chief- 
ly confined to the 
Cabossee Center riv- 
er, though there is 
a possibility of vast 
power to be obtain' 
ed from the Keime- 
bec by wise utiliza- 
tion. On the former 
stream there are 
eight powers whose 
lowest possible value 
is 1200 horse, and GARDINER WATER WORKS. 

which is capable of great advancement. The privileges for manufacturing here are of 
the finest, both as concerns the natural power and facilities of market. Among the 
chief interests are lumber, machines, iron work, furniture, grain, plaster, woolen goods, 
paper, carriages, axes, brooms and other utensils. No observant man can doubt that 
Gardiner is destined to great progress along these and other industrial lines. 

Gardiner has always been famed for its refinement and high moral standard. The 
schools are liberally and wisely managed; the churches and all charities and benevo- 
lent work admirably sustained. The situation of the city is remarkably beautiful and 
healthful. All sanitary measures have received careful attention, and natural advan- 
tages improved by wise measures and works. The water supply is unsurpassed, and 
no luxury or utility necessary to a modern city is lacking. It is a most delightful 
spot for a long and delightful summer residence. The cool breezes from the river, the 
charming drives throughout the vicinity which contains many attractions, and the 
easy communications possible with the great cities, render it a favorite among summer 
visitors, who have come to see its advantages. Every year these become better 
known, and as the fame of the city spreads, there can be little doubt that the spirit 



HISTOBICAL SKETCH OF GARDINER. 



145 



which carried it forward in the past will continue its development until before many- 
decades it takes its natural jjlace among the leading social and industrial centers of 
the State. 

From the commercial standpoint recent years have brought good results and promise 
of greater things in the immediate future. A more admirable situation to enjoy and 
share all the advancing prosperity of the Garden State could hardly be chosen. With 
the finest water and 




rail facility, being on 
the main line of the 
Maine Central rail- 
road, and connected 
with Boston also by 
a steamer route mak- 
ing several round 
trips a week. Mag- 
nificent passenger 
steamers render this 
line a most enjoya- 
ble one during the 
season, and freight 
rates to Boston and 
the whole country 

are reduced by the transportation of this excellent route. The large business devel- 
opment in many lines has served to advance the prosperity of the whole city. 

The advantages of locating here for any manufacturer could hardly be over esti- 
mated. Great inducements are oflfered and the facilities and privileges here are un- 
surpassed. With \,\e tested and reliable enterprise of its citizens, and the great 
opportunities now opening before the city, it is not unreasonable to expect that Gar- 
diner is destined to sure and advancing prosperity, and that it will come to be one of 
the leading centers of the Kennebec valley, after all, and prominent among the largest 
and most influential cities of the State. 



THE STAR OF THE EAST. 



10 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



a^RDI^ER, ME. 



Z. F. Liittle, Dealer in Dry Goods, Water 
Street, Gardiner. There are not a few people 
who have a preference for being served with 
promptness and politeness when purchasing 
goods of any kind, and such people are very 
apt to fail to see the advantages of dealing at 
an immense establishment, where there is so 
beautiful a " system," that while the customers 
are waiting for their goods so much time elapses 
that there is danger of their being out of style 
before they are received, and will not tolerate 
being obliged to waste time, as is frequently 
the case in larger stores — Boston and New 
York. Many shoppers know from sad experi- 
ence what it is to make their way through a 
struggling crowd to some counter in an im- 
mense store, only to be told that the " depart- 
ment" of which they are in search is some- 
where in the vicinity of a half-mile or so far- 
ther along, and finally, after having by persist- 
ent exertion reached the spot pointed out, had 
to wait anywhere from five minutes to half an 
hour before they transacted their business and 
received the goods. But those familiar with 
shopping at the dry goods establishment con- 
ducted by Mr. Z. F. Little, of Water Street, 
Gardiner, will, by entering this popular store, 
select his goods, pay for them, and be on the 
street again in less time than the first opera- 
tion could be gone through with in some places. 
When hunting for " bargains," don't forget 
that " time is money," and few of us can afford 
to waste it. Without any exaggeration, this 
store may be considered as one of the largest 
and best conducted this side of Boston. It 
contains two floors, each 50x80 feet in dimen- 
sions, both splendidly lighted and well venti- 
lated, divided into several departments, all of 
which are attended to by courteous assistants. 
The shelves are filled with a complete assort- 
ment of everything pertaining to a first-class 
Dry-Goods Store, and the counters always con- 
tain a great variety of "great bargains." Not 
only Dry and Fancy Goods are on hand, but 
also a select stock of Carpets, Wall Papers and 
Crockery. Mr. Little started in business in 
Gardiner, January 1, 1883, a few doors from his 
present store, but as the trade increased to 
such an extent that room for customers was 
sometimes at a premium, he was compelled to 
have an establishment built according to his 
need of space, which was done under his own 
directions, and on September 1, 1885, he re- 
moved into his present capacious emporium. 



Mr. Little is one of the shrewdest buyers, and' 
dealing with the manufacturers directly, as he 
buys in quantities, he is enabled to defy any 
competitors, and his prices therefore are "bed 
rock." As a man of great business capacity, 
enterprising and courteous to all, Mr. Little has 
contrived to make his establishment the most 
popular one for miles surrounding, and is al- 
ways willing to further the interests of the city 
by giving Jiis personal support to any new 
enterprise. Mr. Little is looked upon as one of 
Gardiner's most energetic and honored business 
men and citizens. 



J. C. Lander, Dealer in Hardware, Ship 
Chandlery, Crockery, Glass and Plated Ware, 
Paints, Oils, Cordage etc., 233 Water Street, 
Gardiner. Goods delivered free of charge. 
This year marks the 22d anniversary of the 
founding of the enterprise carried on by 
Mr. J. C. Lander at No. 2-33 Water Street, and 
it is fitting that this iwiew of Gardiner's bus- 
iness interests should make prominent mention 
of the house in question, not alone from the 
fact alluded to above, but also because this en- 
terprise is one of the most popular in this sec- 
tion of the State, and is generally recognized 
as being a truly representative undertaking. 
Operations were begun under the firm name of 
Tibbets & Lander, the present proprietor 
assuming sole control in 1874, or just eight 
years after the business was established. He 
is a native of this city, and is almost universally 
known hereabouts, having served in the City J 
Government, and being prominently connected * 
with both the Free Masons and the Odd 
Fellows. Mr. Lander occupies premises of 
the dimensions of 25x60 feet, compi'ising three 
floors, and also utilizes a spacious storehouse 
for the accommodation of a portion of his 
large and varied stock, which includes Hard- 
ware, Ship Chandlery, Crockery, Glass and 
Plated Ware. Paints, Oils, Cordage etc. These 
goods are offered at the lowest market rates, 
Mr. Lander enjoying the most favorable rela- 
tions with producers etc., and hence being 
able to buy to the best possible advantage. 
He acts as agent for the sale of White, New 
Home and Remington Sewing Machines and j 

does a large business in this department alone, 
as the inducements he offers are too exceptional 
to disregard. Orders are promptly filled and. 
goods delivered free of charge. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 



147 



A. C. Stilphen, j^ttorney and Dealer in 
Investment Securities, Gardiner. One of the 
best known gentlemen in Kennebec County is 
A. C. Stilphen was born in Dresden, Lincoln 
County, Me., in 1842, coming to Gardiner in 
1862, since which time he has been identified 
with its interests. During the late war, and for 
several years after, Mr. Stilphen held the posi- 
tion of deputy collector of Internal Revenue, 
much of the time acting as collector. In 18(39, 
was admitted to the bar in Augusta, since 
which time he has practiced in Gardiner. Ow- 
ing, however, to his large practice from corpo- 
rations, and his interest in financial matters, he 
has withdrawn from general practice, confin- 
ing himself to corporations only. He is a di- 



absolute correctness the quality of every title 
submitted to him. The three rules to be ob- 
served as requisite to a good mortgage loan are 
the following, viz.: — Firxt, Ample security in 
the value of the property mortgaged. Second, 
An absolutely perfect title. Third, Proper care 
and watchfulness of the property mortgaged 
as security, after the loan has been made to 
prevent waste and depreciation. We claim 
that every loan we make is, and shall be, 
founded upon an unqualified observance of the 
three rules above mentioned; and we further 
claim that our mortgage loans will bear the 
closest inspection by the most conservative in- 
vestors; and to make valid and available this 
claim, this committee will repurchase any loan 



rector in the Oakland Manufacturing Company, it makes and sells, if the purcliaser of it, after 
and was general manager for the first seven \ an examination of the security, can demon- 
years. He is also director and general repre- i strate that the security was not exactly as we 



sentative for Maine of the Commonwealth Loan 
and Trust Company, who negotiate and deal in 
First Mortgages on Improved Farm and City 
Property in Eastern Kansas and Western Mis- 
souri. Also in strictly first-class City, County, 
School and Water Bonds. We take the follow- 
ing from their circular: — 

"The business of this Company is to obtain, 
by loans of money, first mortgages on improved 
farms and city property in Kansas and Mis- 
souri, in sums varying from $200 to $10,000, and 
offer the same for sale to Eastern investors. 
We do not loan money in the far Western and 
undeveloped counties of Kansas, Nebraska and 
Dakota. We prefer to accept a lower i-ate of 
interest than is obtair ed by some other Com- 
panies that loan there, and thereby save all 
doubts as to the character of our securities. 
We make loans in Eastern Kansas and Western 
Missouri (in the counties bordering on Kansas), 
where corn, cattle and hogs constitute the 
chief products of the farming communities, 
and are a never-failing source of profit to the 
farmer. We loan only on first mortgages, cover- 
ing improved property valued at not less than 
three times the amount of the loan in each in- 
stance. The principal and interest of all our 
loans are payable at our Boston ofiice (interest 
semi-annually). We deliver to each purchaser 
of a loan a full set of papers, viz.. Mortgage 
Note or Bond, Mortgage Deed, Abstract of Ti- 
tle, and Insurance Policy when there is insur- 
ance on the buildings. We take care of every 
loan we sell until it is paid off — principal and 
interest. We collect and pay the interest, see 
that taxes are paid by the borrower on the 
property mortgaged, and that the insurance is 
kept in force. We watch the property to pre- 
vent strip or waste, or depreciation for want of 
proper repairs, and thereby save the investor 
all trouble and expense of looking after his 
security. We do not make a loan on any prop- 
erty until our inspector employed for this 
special purpose examines and reports all the 
facts respecting it, and such report has been 
approved by the Kansas City office. Our in- 
spectors are salaried men, and the tenure of 
their employment with us depends upon the 
ability, accuracy and care they exhibit in mak- 
ing a thorough examination and conservative 
estimate of the value of the properties they 
inspect. Abstracts of title are examined with 
tlie utmost care by an attorney, with special 
reference to his competency to certify with 



represented it to be when he purchased it. 
This is the plan on which the Commonwealth 
Loan and Trust Company does business, and 
we do not believe in any other plan. Intelli- 
gent Eastern investors buy Western mortgages 
of those companies, or persons, in whom they 
have personal confidence. Large capital stock 
and high-sounding phrases do not influence 
them. The absolute fact that the security is 
ample and the borrower a trustworthy debtor, 
are the business conditions that every investor 
should insist on. We secure these conditions, 
and can assure our customers that the princi- 
pal of the loans purchased of us will be paid at 
maturity, and the interest promptly paid as it 
accrues. Our accounts are kept at the Boston 
office, and will show at any time the exact fi- 
nancial condition of the Company; and any of 
our customers or stockholders are cordially in- 
vited to call on us at any time, and receive a 
statement of our assets and liabilities. Inter- 
est coupons on all loans sold by us are cashed 
at our Boston office, 131 Devonshire Street. 
Funds may be deposited with us, at either of 
our Eastern offices, for investment, and inter- 
est at six per cent per annum will be allowed 
on the same from the date of deposit until 
placed in satisfactory mortgage loans and the 
loans delivered. At close of business, July 31, 
1888, being the end of its first eighteen months 
business, the Company had deduced in divi- 
dends fifteen per cent on its capital stock, and 
had additional undivided profits amounting to 
fourteen per cent. 

BOARD OP DIRECTORS. 

HoK. Oscar H. Bradley . . . East Jaffrey, N. H. 
Pres. Monadnock Savings Bank. 

Geo. M. Woodward Taunton, Mass. 

Pres. Taunton Copper Mnfg. Company. 

Geo. F. Baker Boston, Mass. 

A. C. Stilphen Gardiner, Me. 

Counselor-at-law. 

Edwin B. Rogers Brookline, Mass. 

Treasurer Bay State Boot and Shoe Co. 

F. H. Foster Topeka, Kan. 

Counselor-at-law. 

F. M. Hayward Topeka, Kan. 

Counselor-at-law. 

Dr. F. D'Obert Topeka, Kan. 

C. A. Parks , Boxton, Mass. 

W. W. Mason Bostc^i. Mass. 

L. R. Smith Kansas City, Mo. 

Late Cashier Bank of Odessa. 



148 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 



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OAKLAND MANUFACTURING CO., 

Manufacturers and Wholesale Dealers in 

(Jutstef^, Conductoi'^, Moldiiig^, Bed plafs^, 

Spring Bed Stack, BrDDm Handles, &c. 

74 and 96 Summer Street, Gardiner. 



One of the prominent manufacturing enter- 
prises that h;ive done so much to give (iardiner 
the leading po-ition it occupies, is that carried 
on by the Oakland Manufacturing Company, 
74 to 96 Summer Street. This Company pro- 
duces and sells at wholesale, Gutters, Conduc- 
tors, Moldings, Bed Slats, etc.. together with 
Broom Handles, Spring Bed Stock and other 
commodities of similar character. The entire 
plant utilized, covers an area of two acres of 
ground and includes five buildings, fitted up 
with improved machinery and supplied with 
100-horse water power, in addition to that 
aflforded by a 40horse steam engine. The 
annual out-put of the works is very large, the 
company having prosecuted the enterprise in 
question for about seventeen years and built up 
a heavy and increasing demand for its pro- 
ductions. The success attained is of cour.se 
due to various causes, but the chief element 
which has aided in bringing it about is the lib- 
erality and enterprise the company has shown 
in keeping itself fully up to the times as re- 
gards facilities for carrying on the business to 
the best possible advantage. By taking this 
course, it is enabled to easily meet all compe- 
tition, either as regards the excellence or the 
cheapness of the articles handled, and thus add 
to i'ts list of customers continuously. The 



President, Mr. J. Gray, and the Treasurer, Mr. 
A. E. Wing, are both well-known citizens who 
are highly esteemed in the community, and the 
works are under the immediate supervision 
of Mr. A. W. McCausland, the efficient Superin- 
tendent. 

To meet all demands for large orders for 
quick delivery, they carry an immense stock of 
hard and soft wood lumber, which is kept in 
huge piles in their mills, stock-houses and 
yard.s. Their four dry-kilns are kept in con- 
stant use night and day, drying stock for dif- 
ferent uses. All of their mills and yards are 
well protected from fire by eight hydrants, 
which are connected directly with the city 
water company's mains, and show a pressure 
of ninety-five pounds, thus requiring no other 
power to force an abundance of water to any 
point required. Adding to the above watch- 
men's clocks, electric alarms, etc., their cus- 
tomers can feel assured of prompt attention. 

The work of such Mills has wrought a great 
change in carpentering, relieving it of the hard 
hand work formerly spent upon planing and 
jointing, tongueing and grooving, woi'king 
gutters and moldings, sawing brackets, etc. 
The proprietors thoroughly understand their 
business. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 



149 



C. E. VV^AKEFIELD & SON, 

WATER STREET, GARDINER, 




taken as a whole, is hard to match in this city. 
It includes Fresh, Salt, Dry and Pickled Fish, 
Beef, Pork, Lamb, Mutton, Poultry, Veal, Tripe, 
Salt and Smoked Provisions, Flour, Staple and 
Fancy Groceries, Country Produce, Cigars and 
Tobacco, etc., and is offered at prices that have 
done much to build up the very heavy trade 
that this firm is engajied in. Deserving to rank 
among the -eally great inventions of the nine- 
teenth century, is that by which food products 



DEALERS IN 

Fresh, Salt, Dry and Pickled Fish, 

Beef, Pork, Lamb, Mutton, Poultry, Veal, Tripe, Salt Provisions, Sausages, 

Choice Brands of Flour, Staple and Fancy Groceries, Country Produce, 

Cigars, Tobacco, Fruit and Vegetables. 

The first necessity of life is food. We may 
manage to do without proper clothing, and may 
retain health with perfect ease when dressed in 
rags, but no long continued abstinence from 
nutritious food is possible without its resulting 
in serious harm. Therefore the question of 
food supply is of prime importance, and the 
reason why we have given great prominence to 
the establishments devoted to furnishing the 
public with Groceries, Provisions, etc., becomes 
evident to all. The enterprise carried on by 
Messrs. C. E. Wakefield & Son, on Water St., 
is worthy of particular mention in this con- 
nection, and when we come to review the man- 
agement given it during that long period of 
time, we have done much to explain the large 
measure of success attained. Judging from the 

results at hand, there seems to be no question may be perfectly and cheaply preserved for any 
b ut that from its inception this business has period of time, for, by this process, a possible 

future shortage of the crops may be 
provided for, or those who would other- 
wise be deprived of the healthful influ- 
ence of fresh meats or fresh vegetables, 
supplied with both these articles in 
first-class condition. There is an im- 
mense amount of capital engaged in the 
packing industry, and some brands of 
these goods have gained a world-wide 
celebrity; but for evenness of merit and 
fineness of flavor, there are none which 
deserve to be classed above those sold 
here. It has been well said by one who 
had made the subjpct a life-study, that 
the sea, baiien and sterile as it appears, 
was nevei tlieless capable of producing 
more food to the iicre than any species 
of soil, however fertile. The great value 
of fish, oysters, etc., as a cheap and em- 
inently nutritious food, has been known 
for many years, but as by analysis, ex- 
perimenting, etc,, the peculiar proper- 
ties of the vaiious articles of food 
been carried on with an eye to the interest of | used by man have been ascertained, fi sh has 
patrons as well as to those of the firm. It is become more firmly established than ever in 
evident that the popularity of this house could 1 popular favor. Fresh fish to be good must be 
not be nearly so great as it is were the contrary fresh, and the best way of assuring one that 
the case, and as this is the right spirit in which it is supplied in that condition is to deal only 
to conduct any business venture, we are very with a responsible and reliable house. The 
happy to be in a position to give it the public | premises occupied comprise two floors and a 
recognition it deserves. The interests of the j basement, and measure 20x60 feet, employ- 
customers are looked out for in various ways. | ment being afforded to four competent assist- 
First, the quality of the goods handled is kept ants, and both a wholesale and retail business 
as high as possible; then every effort is made to I done. Mr. C. E. Wakefield was born in 
assure prompt and polite attention to all pa- \ Gardiner, and is widely known about towH. 
trons, and finally, the goods are sold at the ] He is connected with the Odd Fellows, and 
very lowest rates consistent with a living profit, j both he and his sou are much respected for 
These gentlemen carry a stock that is remark- 1 uniform fair dealing, and as enterprising and 
able alike for extent and variety, and that, ; progressive business men. 




150 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 



J. A. Jackson, Druggist aud Apothecary, 
wholesale and retail dealer in Patent Medicines, 
Taney Goods, Paints, Oils, Dye Stuffs, Perfum- 
ery and Cigars, Corner Store, opposite Evans 
Hotel, Gaidiner. It would be a strange omis- 
sion did we not make mention of the time- 
honored establishment conducted by Mr. J. A, 
Jackson on Water Street, opposite the Evans 
Hotel, for this enterprise is a truly representa- 
tive one in every sense of the word, and no 
review of Gardiner's business interests can be 
considered as complete unless it contains some 
account of the undertaking in question. Oper- 
ations were begun in 1855, under the firm-name 
of -J. A. Jackson & Co., and five years later Mr. 
Jackson assumed sole control, and has since re- 
tained it. He is a native of Pittston, aud a 
member of the Odd Fellows, being known 
throughout the community. The premises 
utilized comprise two floors and a basement; 
the stock on hand is as varied as it is large, 
being made up of Patent Medicines, Fancy 
Goods, Paints, Oils, Dye Stuffs, Perfumery, 
Cigars aud many other articles, a very extensive 
wholesale and retail business being carried on. 
Mr. Jackson employs two experienced and cour- 
teous assistants, and all callers are assured 
prompt and polite attention. The compound- 
ing of Physicians' Prescriptions is made a 
specialty, and great pains are taken to continue 
the high record this establishment has held for 
so many years in this department. The stock 
of Drugs, Chemicals etc., is very large and most 
carefully selected, and so far as experience and 
ability will admit, mistakes are made impossi- 
ble. The charges will be found to be moderate 
and fair, and orders will be filled with the 
utmost celerity consistent with safety. 



G. S. & G. L. Kogrers, Jewelry and Sil- 
ver Ware, Water Street, Gardiner. It is impos- 
sible to use too much care in the selection of 
Jewelry, for there is no article of personal wear 
that is looked upon as more accurately repre- 
senting the taste and position of its owner. 
Eichness is to be sought for, while showiness 
is of course to be avoided, and the most satis 
factory method with which we are acquainted, 
to obtain jewelry that will please the eye and 
not offend the taste, is to visit such an estab- 
lishment as that conducted by Messrs. G, S. & 
G. L. Rogers, on Water Street, and make 
choice from the many standard articles and 
fashionable novelties kept in stock. As this 
enterprise has been cairied on for the last 
thirty-one years, its proprietors ought certainly 
to have a well-established reputation by this 
time, and such of our readers as live in Gardi- 
ner or vicinity need hardly be told what stand- 
ing is held by Messrs. G. S. & G. L. Rogers, for 
this concern has ranked with the most reliable 
in the State for many years. The premises 
utilized are 20x60 feet in size, and the assort- 
ment of Jewelry, Silver Ware, etc., shown, is a 
most complete and varied one. This firm are 
in a position to meet all honorable competition, 
and while they pay more attention to the qual- 
ity of their goods than to offering cheap arti- 
cles, their prices will be found to compare fa- 
vorably with those quoted at other establish- 
ments on goods of equal merit. 



R. A. Sagrer, Manufacturer and Dealer in 
Harness, Saddles, Bridles, Collars, Whips, 
Robes, etc., 146 Water Street, Gardiner. Some 
horses are so intelligent that they can do about 
everything but talk, and it is to be regretted in 
some cases that they cannot do that also, for if 
they could, they would be able to express their 
opinion of the kind of harness they have to 
wear sometimes, and this opinion would be 
well worth hearing, you may be sure. It pays 
to get good harness every time. Your horse 
feels better, acts better, moves better, and looks 
better, and the expense of providing him with 
a first-class harness is not necessarily any 
more than the price that is often demanded for 
an inferior article. The whole secret is, — go 
to the right place. Mr. R. A. Sager, of No. 
146 Water Street, has been known in connec- 
tion with his present enterprise since 1848. He 
is, as may be supposed, a thoroughly expert 
harness maker, and allows nothing to leave his 
shop that is not done in a careful and work- 
manlike manner. Mr. Sager was born in Hal- 
lowell, Me., and is a member of the Free Ma- 
sons. He is known thi'oughout this section, 
and his work is even better known than him- 
self, for it is in active demand, and is recog- 
nized as being of standard quality. The prem- 
ises in use measure 20x50 feet, and five compe- 
tent assistants are employed. Harness, Sad- 
dles, Bridles, Collars, Whips, Robes, and other 
horse goods, are kept in stock, and offered at 
bottom prices, and no one wanting a trustwor- 
thy article of this kind will regret placing their 
order with Mr. Sager. 



J. B. Libby, Carriage aud Sleigh Manufac- 
turer, corner Church aud Mechanic Streets, 
Gardiner. That it is always best to get a 
good article is a tolerably safe assertion to 
make, for the few exceptions that might be 
pointed out only serve to emphasize the rule. 
Particularly is this the case where Carriages 
and such light vehicles are concerned, for these 
articles have many severe strains, and much 
constant wear put upon them, and hence it is 
absolutely necessary that they be constructed 
of the best materials, put together in a careful 
and skillful manner. The Carriages and Sleighs 
made by Mr. J. B. Libby, at his establishment 
on the corner of Church and Mechanic Streets, 
serve to prove the truth of what we have stated, 
for these productions have gone into general 
use since Mr. Libby began operations in 1873, 
and their enviable record under the most unfa- 
vorable conditions, shows that selected stock 
and good workmanship can always be depended 
upon to win. The premises occupied comprise 
three floors, of the dimensions of 20x60 feet, 
and are fitted up with all the machinery, etc., 
necessary to carry on the manufacture of Fine 
Carriages and Sleighs to the best advantage. 
Particular attention is given to Order Work, and 
Mr. Libby is always ready to hear suggestions 
from his patrons as regards the style and ar- 
rangement of their vehicles, and to carry them, 
if practical, or show where they can be im- 
proved, if improvement is necessary. Repair- 
ing is also done with neatness and dispatch, at 
low rates, and seven competent assistants are 
at hand to fill all orders without delay. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER.^ 



151 




.THE ONLY •• • • 

SHOE PPLISH 



A. Li. Stephenson, Successor to J. W. 
Estes & Son, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, 125 
Water Street, Gardiner. There are probably 
very few of our readers but what have experi- 
enced more or less difficulty in getting foot-wear 
to suit them, for it is a well-known fact that 
boots and shoes are among the hardest of all 
articles of wearing apparel to select. The most 
successful dealer is the man who recognizes the 
diversity of taste among his customers, and 
acts accordingly. Therefore after inspecting 
the stock carried by Mr. A. L. Stephenson at 
No. 125 Water Street, one feels no surprise at 
the very extensive business carried on, for it is 
plainly evident that provision is made for sup- 
plying widely varying wants. Boots and Shoes 
for business, street and dress wear are included 
in the assortment offered, and by no means the 
least noticeable characteristic of this establish- 
ment are the bottom prices quoted in the vari- 
ous departments. Mr. Stephenson acts as 
agent for the celebrated '' James Mean's Three 
Dollar Shoes " and also for the famous Howard 
Shoes, which take a high rank among the finest 
goods produced. He is also agent for the 
American Rubber Company, and always has a 
full assortment of the standard rubbers, over- 
shoes etc., made by that well-known corpora- 
tion. Mr. Stephenson is a native of Hingham, 
Mass., and is connected with the Odd Fellows 
and the Knights of Pythias. He succeeded 
Messrs. J. W. Estes & Son in the control of his 
present business early in 1888, and his reputa- 
tion for enterprise and fair dealing is already 
firmly established. Customers not only know 
what they are gettihg, but also know that they 
are being supplied at the lowest market rates, 
and the stock is so large and varied that the 
most difficult feet can be fitted, while the latest 
novelties are always to be found therein. 



William Jewell, Livery Stable, 61 Water 
Street, Gardiner. The person that doesn't go 
to ride more or less when in Gardiner or its 
vicinity, makes a big mistake, for if he or she 
is ill, it will do them good, and if sickness is 
not present, the invigorating motion, the pure 
air, and the enjoyment of the beautiful scenery 
will drive it farther away than ever. The man 
■who told a friend that remonstrated with him 
for spending his money on horse hire, that he 
was " only paying his doctor's bill in advance, 
and getting a bij; discount," evidently knew 
just what he was talking about, for pure air 
and healthful diversions are the cheapest of 
drugs, and are all the more worthy of being 
taken advantage of because they are within 



the reach of all. A team can be hired for a 
very small sum of money, and if you don't 
believe that a good horse and carriage can be 
secured at a Livery Stable, just call on Mr. 
William Jewell, on Water Street, and see what 
he can do for you. Mr. Jewell only opened 
his stables in 1886, but he has already obtained 
a large circle of patrons, and owes the greater 
part of this success to his policy of furnishing 
first-class accommodations at reasonable rates. 
He was born in Topsham, Me., and has many 
friends in this city. The premises utilized 
measure 40x70 feet, and three competent assist- 
ants are employed, all orders being given 
prompt and painstaking attention. 

Wadsworth Brothers, Manufacturers of 
Cherry. Imitation Cherry, Ash and Oak Cham- 
ber Sets, Water Street, Gardiner. No doubt 
most, if not all of our readers, have noticed the 
improvement in quality and reduction in price 
that have occurred in connection with the man- 
ufacture of household furniture of late years, 
and if so, some of them must have wondered 
how this condition of affairs was brought 
about. Well, it may be broadly said that the 
chief reasons are the general introduction of 
improved machinery, and the dividing-up of 
furniture-making into specialties. For in- 
stance, the well-known house of Wadsworth 
Brothers, doing business on Water Street, this 
city, makes a specialty of the manufacture of 
Cherry, Imitation Cherry, Ash and Oak Cham- 
ber Sets. The premises utilized comprise four 
floors of the dimensions of 40x70 feet, and two 
floors measuring 40x20 feet, costly and ingen- 
ious machinery being operated by water power, 
and employment being given to fifteen expe- 
rienced assistants. This enterprise has been 
carried on for nearly a quarter of a century, 
having been inaugurated in 1865 by Messrs. 
Morgan & Sypher. The firm name was changed 
during the same year to L. W. Tibbetts & 
Morgan, and again in 1866, to Tibbetts. Morgan 
& Co. In 1868, Mr. M. C. Wadsworth, the 
senior partner of the present firm, assumed 
control, and in 1886. the existing co-partnership 
was entered into under the style of Wadsworth 
Brothers. Both members of the firm are na- 
tives of Pittston and members o( the Free 
Masons, and Mr. M. C. Wadsworth has filled 
many public positions of trust, such as mem- 
ber of the city council and of the school com- 
mittee, representative to the legislature for 
two years, etc., beside being connected with 
the Grand Army. He saw a good deal of ac- 
tive service during the Rebellion, going in as a 
private in Company B of the 16th Maine, and 
coming out as 2d lieutenant. Some of the 
most important engagements of the entire war 
were participated in by Mr. Wadsworth, for he 
fought at South Mountain. Fredericksburgh, 
Chancellorsville and Gettysburgh, being taken 
prisoner on that last historic field, and confined 
for twenty long months, during which time he 
saw the inside of Libby, Danville, Macon, Sa- 
vannah, Charleston, and Columbia prisons. 
Both Mr. M. C. Wadsworth and his brother are 
very extensively known in Gardiner and vicin- 
ity, and in a business way are even more widely 
acquainted, shipping goods to nearly every part 
of the State, and carrying on a large and in- 
creasing trade. 



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A. Bailey, Fire Insurance, Depot Square, 
Gardiner. In spite of the fact that American 
fire apparatus is unquestionably the finest in 
the world, and that the Fire Departments of our 
large cities are made up of picked men, drilled 
with almost military severity, and capable of 
accomplishing astonishing results, fire losses 
in this country are greatly in excess of those 
occuring in other civilized communities, where 
the provision made for fighting fire is not near- 
ly so elaborate or so effective. The explanation 
of this apparent contradiction lies in the diif- 
erence between the method of building at home 
and abroad ; the English or French Warehouses 
and other large structures being so arranged, 
and composed of ^such material that even 
should a fire break out in one room, it can gen- 
erally be confined to the single apartment in 
which it started. Under existing American 
methods, the only wise thing for merchants 
and others to do, is to insure as completely as 
possible, for no matter how careful one may be 
to avoid setting fire to his own premises, they 
are apt to be consumed at any time by reason 
of the carelessness or ignorance of his neigh- 
bors. Fortunately there are plenty of facilities 
offered for the placing of Insurance in perfect- 
ly reliable companies, and among these may be 
mentioned the enterprise conducted by Mr. A, 
Bailey in Depot Square, of this city. This 
gentleman is a native of Gardiner and com- 
menced operations in his present line of busi- 
ness in 1884. Owing to energetic and liberal 
business methods, he has already been instru- 
mental in the placing of many policies, and the 
popularity of his agency is largely due to the 
standard character of the companies represent- 
ed. They are as follows : Liberty of New York 
Mutual Life of New York, Hanover, New York, 
Phoenix, Hartford, Springfield, Springfield, 
North British and Mercantile, London, Royal 
Insurance Co., Liverpool, and Portland Marine 
Underwriter. Mr. Bailey is in a position to 
write policies in these well-known organiza- 
tions at bottom rates, and gives prompt atten- 
tion to all orders. 

C. H. Harden, Dealer in Drugs and Med- 
icines, Choice Perfumeries, Toilet and Fancy 
Goods. Prescriptions a Specialty. 165 Water 
Street, Gardiner. We are often told that con- 
fidence in one's physician is a most important 
aid to recovery, and the experience and common- 
sense of us all, combine to support the truth of 
this statement. But if confidence in one's 
medical adviser is so powerful an element in 
the regaining of health, confidence in the phar- 
macist who is called upon to compound his 
prescriptions, must also be no small service, for 
no physician, however skillful, can foresee the 
errors which may be made in the filling of such 
orders, and therefore the only thing to do is to 
have them carried out by some one who is 
known to be both competent and careful. It is 
hardly necessary for us to state that Mr. C. H. 
Harden, of No. KJS Water Street, is fully pre- 
pared to compound the most difficult prescrip- 
tions at short notice, and in a most accurate and 
conscientious manner, for this gentlemim has 
been identified with his present enterprise for 
nearly a decade(having become connected with it 
in 1879), and has long since proved himself 
worthy of the fullest confidence. He was born 



In this city, and is a member of the Free 
Masons, being widely known here as a skillful 
pharmacist and an enterprising business man. 
The store he conducts has been in operation 
since 1830, but was never more completely 
stocked, or more capable of meeting all demands 
upon it than it is at the present time. Drugs, 
Medicines and Chemicals are on hand in great 
variety, and a most beautiful assortment of 
Choice Perfumeries, Toilet and Fancy Goods is 
also open to the inspection of the public. 



Preble & Keene, Dealers in Furniture, 
Carpets and Bedding. Undertaking a specialty. 
Upper end of Water Street, Gardiner. That it 
is wise to make home as attractive as possible, 
we think no intelligent person will deny. A 
man owes a duty to his wife, to his children, 
and to himself in this respect, and the reasons 
must be very weighty that can excuse him from 
doing his utmost to furnish his dwelling to the 
best advantage. The expense is not necessa- 
rily great by any means, for furniture is now 
sold at remarkably low rates, and this cheap- 
ness is not attained by the sacrifice of durabil- 
ity, either. Of course we mean provided the 
furniture be bought at a reputable establish- 
ment, and in this connection we may well say 
a few words concerning the goods offered by 
Messrs. Pieble & Keene, at their store on 
Water Street. To begin with, this firm suc- 
ceeded, in 1882, Mr. James Nash, who began 
operations in 1870. Messrs. Preble & Keene 
have thus been before the public for about six 
years, and the unanimous verdict is that they 
give full value for money expended, every time. 
Furniture, Carpets, Bedding, etc., are very ex- 
tensively handled, as may be judged from the 
fact that the premises utilized comprise seven 
floors, each of the dimensions of 50x50 feet, 
and is one of the largest establishments in 
Maine. Mr. Preble is a native of this city, and 
Mr. Keene was born in Randolph, Me., both 
gentlemen being members of the Odd Fellows. 
Employment is given to five assistants, and 
customers are promised courteous treatment as 
well as standard goods at low rates. Particu- 
lar attention is paid to Undertaking, and the 
facilities at hand are all that could be desired, 
while no exorbitant charges are made. 



C. F. Trask, Livery Stable, Water Street, 
Gardiner. Everybody is familiar with those 
people who are said to "enjoy life as they go 
along," and really such a disposition is to be 
envied, although of course in enjoying the 
present, the future should not be entii'ely lost 
sight of. Relaxation is as necessary to a hard- 
working man as it is to a steel spring, or to a 
piece of rubber, for although the spring may 
be kept bent and the rubber stretched for 
years, if necessaiy, still neither will last so long 
as it would under different circumstances. 
Many a man who found his head aching daily, 
and a generally uncomfortable feeling all over, 
has been made "as good as new" by a little 
riding in the open air, and in fact there is 
nothing that is more powerful in driving away 
the blues, and making a new man of one, than 
a brisk drive along a good road. If you don't 
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Mr. C. F. Trask, on Water Street, and hire one 
of his stylish and speedy turnouts. Take your 
wife along, of course; or if you have no wife 
take an agreeable companion of some sort, and 
if you don't come home with an appetite like 
a horse, and with new strength and courage to 
take up your daily tasks again, why the only 
thing to do is to repeat the dose on the next 
pleasant day, and keep it up until health and 
cheerfulness are restored. Mr. Trask is very 
reasonable in his charges, and no expense is 
too great, anyway, where happiness is con- 
cerned. He is a native of Jefferson, Me., and is 
connected with the Free Masons, having a large 
circle of friends in town, and having been iden- 
tified with his present enterprise since 1884. 
Mr. Trask's accommodations are always satis- 
factory, and it is not strange that his establish- 
ment is very liberally patronized. 



B. W. Partridg"e, Merchant Tailor, and 
Dealer in Fine Ready-Made Clothing, Water 
Street, Gardiner. There are many things in 
which an American citizen can take honest 
pride, and one of the most gratifying of these 
is the generally well-dressed appearance of his 
fellow countrymen. In other lands the nobility, 
the so-called "upper-classes,"' enjoy almost a 
monopoly of handsome and comfortable cloth- 
ing, but in the United States, rich and poor, old 
and young, dress neatly, tastefully and season- 
ably. Exceptions can be pointed out, of course, 
but these are by no means confined to any 
station in society, for we have fully as many 
rich men, proportionately, who wear shabby 
clothes as we have workingmen who do not 
care to dress as handsomely as their fellows. 
The general prosperity of this country, is, of 
course, the prime reason for this gratifying state 
of affairs, but there is another powerful factor 
that helps to make it possible, and that is the 
moderate price at which good clothing can be 
obtained. Let us, for instance, visit the estab- 
lishment of Mr. B. W. Partridge, on Water St., 
and see what he has to offer in the way of goods 
and prices. We choose this establishment as it 
is one of the best-known in this section and is a 
truly representative one in every respect, hav- 
ing been founded over half a century ago by Mr. 
O. H. Partridge, the exact date being 18;!5. The 
present owner took control in 1887, and has 
fully maintained the ancient prestige of this 
time-honored house. He is a native of this 
city and a member of the Knights of Pythias. 
Two fioors and a basement, of the dimensions 
of 22x65 feet are occupied, and employment 
given to fifteen assistants. Merchant Tailoring 
in all its branches is carried on, and a very 
heavjr stock of Imported and American Suit- 
ings, is at hand for the inspection of customers, 
the goods being of late styles and guaranteed 
excellence, and garments being made from 
them at short notice and in a thoroughly first- 
class manner. A full assortment of Fine, 
Ready-Made Clothing is also constantly carried, 
and perfection of finish and generally honest 
workmanship throughout, make these garments 
very desirable and very cheap at the prices 
quoted on them. No one need to be ill-dressed 
while such an establishment is in operation, 
and we take pleasure in unreservedly commend- 
ing it to our readers. 



City Steam Laundry, Kenniston Block, 
156 Water Street, L. B. Wing, Proprietor, Gardi- 
ner. Public Laundries have not been in general 
operation for a very long space of time, but 
nevertheless their sudden withdrawal would 
cause widespread and serious inconvenience to 
the community at large. People have to get 
accustomed to the idea of having their clothes 
washed away from home, just the same as they 
do any other novelty, but the family that aban- 
dons the practice after having once commenced 
it, is the rare exception, for its advantages far 
outweigh any real or fancied drawbacks. Not 
a few people are deterred from sending their 
clothes outside by the fear that such a cotrrse 
is very expensive, but really this fear has little 
or no foundation in fact, for if any of our read- 
ers will acquaint themselves with the price-list 
in force at the well-known " City Steam Laun- 
dry," No. 156 Water Street, Kenniston Block, 
they will find that the service rendered is as 
economical as it is efficient. The enterprise 
alluded to was started in 1884, and has already 
attained great popularity. Its proprietor, Mr. 
L. B. Wing, is a native of Gardiner and a mem- , 
her of the Odd Fellows, and has hosts of friends 
in this community. The premises occupied 
by him are 20x60 feet in size and include two 
floors, employment being afforded to seven 
competent and careful assistants. Mr. Wing 
guarantees that the work done here shall be 
first-class in every respect, and the arrange- 
ments for the prompt* delivery of packages 
are very satisfactory. 



G. E. Warren, Apothecary, Milliken Block, 
Gardiner. It is impossible to have extended 
dealings with Mr. G. E. Warren of Milliken 
Block, Water Street, without feeling that he 
thoroughly understands his business in every 
detail; and indeed it is no wonder that he is 
thoroughly acquainted with it, for, in addition 
to his five years' experience in this city, he con- 
ducted a similar enterprise in Hallowell for 
fifteen years. Mr. Warren was born in Farm- 
ingdale, where he was Town Clerk for some 
time. He is a member of the Free Masons, and 
has made many friends in Gardiner and vicin- 
ity since beginning operations here. The prem- 
ises occupied measure 20x60 feet, and a heavy 
and most skillfully selected stock is carried, 
comprising Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, etc., 
of all kinds, Mr. Warren spares no pains to 
make his establishment entirely trustworthy in 
every respect, and endeavors to give all cus- 
tomers complete satisfaction. That he has 
succeeded admirably thus far. is proved by the 
liberal patronage received, and there can be no 
doubt but that a continuance of the methods 
employed will steadily add to the popularity of 
his establishment. Prescriptions are com- 
pounded with the utmost care, and those who 
desire to feel assured that they can rely upon 
the manner in which their orders of this kind 
are filled, should, by all means, patronize Mr. 
Warren, as he is as skillful and experienced as 
he is careful, and so is especially well-equipped 
for the carrying on of work of this kind. His 
prices are very reasonable, and all -customers 
are promptly served. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 



Josiah Maxcy & Sous, Insurance Agents 
and Brokers, 195 Water Street, Gardiner. The 
laws of man are constantly being changed, and 
are not infrequently violated witli impunity by 
those whom they should bind, but not so the 
laws of nature. Natural law is unchanging 
and inviolable; if one goes against it, the 
consequences are sure, and ofttinies terrible, 
and as nature is no respecter of persons, all 
are equally forced to obey her behests. Grad- 
ually, but surely, the fundamental principles of 
existence are being discovered and acted upon, 
and it is owing to the great law of average 
that powerful companies can be formed to 
insure the community against loss by fire. 
Insurance is one of the great interests of the 
age. In money, power, and influence, it ranks 
\yith banking, railroading, mining and mercan- 
tile pursuits. The penniless and dependent 
are protected through its blessed influence. 
All over the globe the protecting power of this 
science is felt. The only question to be con- 
sidered is, Which are the best conducted and 
safest companies in which to insure? In our 
day it is manifestly the part of prudence to 
"divide risks" when effecting a large amount 
of insurance, as the surest safeguard against 
loss is to obtain policies in a number of the 
best companies. But the facilities possessed 
by those desiring insurance, for ascertaining 
the status of companies doing business in their 
locality, are not always the best, and they 
largely rely on the underwriters having agen- 
cies in their midst. It of course relieves a busi- 
ness man of much anxiety to feel that his stock 
is fully covered by insurance, if care is taken 
that it is placed with perfectly responsible and 
reliable companies. As before mentioned, it is 
entirely out of the question for every person 
who desires insurance to personally investigate 
the solvency of the many companies now en- 
gaged in this business, and the best plan is 
therefore undoubtedly to intrust the placing of 
insurance to some old-established and well- 
known agency, which for years has served its 
customers faithfully, with every inducement to 
do so in the future. Such an agency is carried 
on by Messrs. Josiah Maxcy & Sons, 195 Water 
Street, Gardiner. It was established by Josiah 
Maxcy in 1860, who conducted it alone till 187.3, 
when he admitted as partner his son, Josiah 8., 
who has constituted one of the firm ever since, 
and in 1881, Mr. W. E. Maxcy entered the firm, 
the name remaining Josiah Maxcy & Sons. 
The integrity of this foremost of all insurance 
agencies in Gardiner is almost a proverb, and 
representing the most substantial and reliable 
fire insurance companies in the world, we may 
safely state that the bulk of all the insurance 
placed with any agency of this city goes to the 
oldest and best conducted, that of Messrs. 
Josiah Maxcy & Sons, and they represent the 
following well-known companies: Hartford 
Fire Insurance Company; Home, of New York; 
Insurance Company of North America, of Phil- 
adelphia; Fire Association of Philadelphia; 
Commercial Union of London; Imperial, of 
London; National, of Hartford. This enter- 
prising firm also transact a general brokerage 
business, making loans on mortgages, and the 
members of the concern being young and en- 
ergetic, taking active part in the furthering of 
this thriving city's welfare, the Messrs. Maxcy 



are considered as some of Gardiner's foremost 
merchants and citizens, and being leaders in 
society their names as business men and favor- 
ites of the inhabitants for miles surrounding, 
are so well known that comments from our pen 
are entirely unnecessary. 



Brann Brothers & Co., Dealers in Gro- 
ceries, Meats and Provisions, 97 and 99 South 
End Water Street, Gardiner. Among those 
Gardiner establishments which may well be 
called "popular" in every sense of the word, 
that conducted by Messrs. Brann Brothers & 
Co., at 97 and 99 South End Water Street, must 
be given especial mention. This firm handle 
Groceries, Meats and Provisions, and do a 
business that is increasing steadily, although it 
has been established about fourteen years, and 
is already very large. Two floors are occupied, 
measuring 25x60 feet, and a sufficient number 
of assistants is employed to permit of all or- 
ders being filled with promptness and care. 
The firm is constituted of Messrs. A. A. and W. 
E. Brann, and J. E. Cunningham, the two first- 
named gentlemen being natives of Gardiner, 
while the latter was born in Waterville. All 
aie well known and highly esteemed in this 
city, Mr. A. A. Brann having an especially 
large circle of friends, as he served for two 
years in the city council. The stock on hand 
is composed exclusively of goods of standard 
character, as the firm cater to the best trade, 
and have no desire to handle other than satis- 
factory articles. The prices quoted are as low 
as can be named on such commodities, as the 
concern enjoys the best of relations with pro- 
ducers, wholesalers, etc., and is consequently 
able to buy to the best advantage. The assort- 
ment of Staple and Fancy Groceries is very 
complete, and includes full lines of Canned 
Goods, Relishes and other luxuries. 



John C Houlehan, Dealer in Pure Drugs 
and Medicines, Select Toilet and Fancy Arti- 
cles, Perfumes, Fine Cigars, at No. 142 Water 
Street, Gardiner. A Tasty Drug Establish- 
ment. During the past summer Mr. John C, 
Houlehan, who for over fifteen years had 
served in the capacity of chief clerk in one of 
the leading drug stores in Gardiner, decided to 
make a change, and go into the Drug business 
for himself, and accordingly leased the store 
No. 142 Water Street, which he proceeded to 
have fitted up, and about September 1st opened 
one of the prettiest and most convenient Drug 
Stores to be found in this section. The fixtures 
are of mahogany, and with plate glass windows 
and electric light, the effiect in the evening is 
very telling. Mr. Houlehan handles everything 
connected with a first class Drug Store, using 
only the best of chemicals, dealing extensively 
in a certain Sarsaparilla and Spruce Gum 
Cough Syrup, both of which are not to be 
equalled anywhere, and enjoy a very large sale. 
Mr. Houlehan has a high reputation as a care- 
ful and reliable Druggist, and is fully acquainted 
with every detail of his trade. Being a favor- 
ite in society, counting his friends by the score, 
and being young and enterprising, he will no 
doubt soon succeed in ranking among the most 
prominent of Gardiner's business men. 



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WATER STREET, GARDINER. ME. 



Bicknell & Neal, Clothing and Furnish- 
ings, Water Street, Gardiner. It is not neces- 
sary at this late date to call attention to the fa- 
vorable manner in which ready-made Clothing 
compares with that which is made to order. 
Every intelligent person knows that the day of 
*' slop-work " has gone by, and that ready-made 
garments are now produced that are undistin- 
guishable from the best Clothing made to meas- 
ure. Of course there are some Clothiers who 
cater to an inferior class of trade, or who de- 
pend on the inexperience of their customers to 
make a sale, but if an establishment similar to 
that conducted by Messrs. Bicknell & Neal, on 
Water Street, be visited, it will be seen that the 
garments in stock will bear the most severe 
examination and comparison. The firm al- 
luded to began operations in 188.5, and have 
established an enviable reputation for furnish- 
ing customers with stylish, durable, and per- 
fect-fitting Clothing, at the lowest market rates. 
Of course, under the circumstances, their trade 
was bound to rapidly increase, and in point of 
fact there are few similar enterprises in the 
State that can show so great a development in 
the same length of time. One floor and a base- 
ment, measuring 22x65 feet, are occupied, anjd 
a fine stock is carried, comprising not Cloth- 
ing alone, but. also Gentlemen's Furnishing 
Goods of the latest patterns and most approved 
manufacture. A judicious buyer can make a 
small sum of money go a good ways, nowadays, 
in the Clothing line, and no better establish- 
ment is known to us at which to accomplish 
this than that carried on bv Messrs. Bicknell & 
Neal. 



W. H. Moore, Manufacturer of Bed Slats 
and Spring Bed Materials, Water Street, Gardi- 
ner. As a third of one's life is, or should be, 
passed in bed, it is not surprising that the de- 
mand for beds should be brisk and constant. 
The Spring Bed has been called " the index of 
civilization," and as a matter of fact we believe 
that Spring Beds are unknown in uncivilized 
lands. They have gone into universal use in 
this country, however, and the house without a 
Spring Bed is quite a rarity nowadays. Im- 
proved methods of manufacture have so les- 
sened the cost of the luxuries that they can 
now be afforded by all, and one of the foremost 
of those who have brought about this gratify- 
ing condition of affairs is Mr. W. H. Moore, 
who has manufactured Spring Bed Material for 
the last score of years, having begun operations 
in 1868. The premises he utilizes are very spa- 
cious, the plant covering some half an acre of 
ground, and five buildings being occupied. 
Employment is afforded to twenty-five assist- 
ants, and a very large amount of material is 
annually produced. Mr. Moore is a native of 
Gardiner, and is well known in and about the 
city, having been elected to the Board of Alder- 
men. The manufacture of Excelsior from 
Spruce, which is by a new process, patented in 
March, 1888, forms a very important depart- 
ment of his business, and the demand for these 
goods is extensive and increasing. Mr. Moore 
makes it a point to exercise a close, personal 
supervision over the various details ot his en- 
terprise, and is thus in a position to guarantee 
that all articles leaving his factory are thor- 
oughly and honestly made. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GABDINER. 



Joseph Perry, Machinist and Millwright' 
and Manufacturer of Circular Saw Mills, Shin- 
gle and Clapboard Machines, Water Wheels, 
Shafting, etc. Mill Work and Jobbing' done 
promptly. Circular Saws constantly on hand. 
Corner Bridge and Summer Streets, Gardiner. 
Wof)d-working machinery is naturally in active 
demand in a State so liberally endowed with 
lumber and with manufacturing facilities as 
is Maine, and of all the machinery of this kind 
placed upon the market, none bears a higher 
reputation, both for efiiciency and durability, 
than that manufactui-ed by Mr. Joseph Perry, 
at the corner of Bridge and Summer Streets. 
Mr. Perry should certainly produce a superior 
article, if experience has anything to do with 
it, for he has been identified with his present 
enterprise for over half a century, having in- 
augurated it in 1836. He is a native of Tops- 
ham, Me., and is a recognized authority in this 
city on municipal affairs, having been a coun- 
cilman for three years, and a member of the 
Board of Aldermen for two years. Mr. Perry 
occupies premises comprising three floors, of 
the dimensions of 35x80 feet, and utilizes a 
twenty-five horse-power engine in the running 
of the necessary machinery. Employment is 
given to twenty-one assistants, and Circular 
Saw Mills, Shingle and Clapboard Machines, 
Water Wheels, Shafting, etc., are very exten- 
sively manufactured. Mill work and jobbing 
of all descriptions are done at short notice and 
at reasonable rates, and the past record of this 
establishment shows that all such orders are 
insured painstaking attention, and will be car- 
ried out in the most durable and workmanlike 
manner. Mr. Perry carries a complete assort- 
ment of Circular Saws constantly in stock, and 
offers the same at the very lowest market rates 
on goods of equal quality. 



Bartlett & Dennis, Groceries and Grain, 
Water Street, Gardiner. Thirty years is a long 
time for any business euterpise to be continued, 
and considering that the firm of Bartlett & 
Dennis has been before the public for the pe- 
riod mentioned, it is not surprising that this 
concern should be one of the best known in 
the city, or that we should deem it worthy of 
special mention in a work that is intended to 
call attention to the most prominent and truly 
representative of Gardiner's mercantile under- 
takings. Messrs. Bartlett & Dennis operate a 
well-appointed Grist Mill, that is run by water- 
power, and that ofttimes finds its capacity se- 
verely taxed in meeting the demands upon it, 
and are also extensively engaged in the hand- 
ling of Groceries, etc., conducting a spacious 
establishment, located at 210 Water Street, and 
comprising three floors and a basement, of the 
dimensions of 2{)x8() feet. Employment is 
afforded to six efficient assistants, and both a 
wholesale and retail business is done. Mr. 
Bartlett is a native of this city, and is very 
widely known here, as is also Mr. Dennis, who 
was born in Litchfield, and is connected with 
the Free Masons. The firm has established a 
most enviable reputation for progressive enter- 
prise and strictly honorable business methods, 
and we take pleasure in making note of the 
success of so highly deserving a house. 



J. R. Sawtelle, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealer in Lime, Plastering Hair. Hydraulic and 
Rosendale Cement. Wool, Hides and Wool 
Skins, Water Street, Gardiner. An entei'prise 
which bids fair to attain extended proportions 
in the future, is that carried on by Mr. J. R. 
Sawtelle, on Water Street, and this fact is grat- 
ifying, not only to the gentlemen mentioned, 
but also to the public at large, for as Mr. Saw- 
telle deals chiefly in building materials, the 
prosperity of his business indicates correspond- 
ing prosperity in the surrounding community. 
He began operations here in 1882, and occupies 
premises comprising two floors, of the dimen- 
sions of 25x60 feet. Lime, Plastering Hair, 
Hydraulic and Rosendale Cement are among 
the more important commodities dealt in, and 
Wool, Hides and Wool Skins are also exten- 
sively handled. Mr. Sawtelle has had an ex- 
tended experience in his pi'esent line of busi- 
ness, and understands it thoroughly in every 
detail. He has carried on operations in Hallo- 
well for fifteen years or so, and is well known 
throughout the trade as a careful and discrim- 
inating buyer, who sells goods entirely on their 
meiits, and hence exercises unusual care in the 
selecuon of the same. Employment is given 
to two efficient assistants, and every effort is 
made to give all orders prompt and painstaking 
attention, and supply goods of standard qual- 
ity at the lowest market rates. 



Geo. W. Brown, Successor to E. S. 
Brown & Co., Dry Goods, 185 Water St., Gar- 
diner. "Brown's Dry Goods Store" has been 
widely and favorably known in this vicinity 
for over a quarter of a century, and no higher 
praise can be given Mr. George W. Brown, the 
present proprietor of this establishment, than 
to say that since he assumed control in 1880, 
the enterprise has become more popular and 
more largely patronized than ever before. The 
business was founded in 1860 by Messrs. E. S. 
Brown & Co., and was carried on under that 
style until the change mentioned above took 
place. The premises occupied are located at 
No. 185 Water Street, and comprise two floors, 
of the dimensions of 22x55 feet. A very heavy 
and varied stock is carried, made up of Foreign 
and Domestic Dry Goods of all descriptions. 
Dress Goods, Hosiery, Gloves, Corsets, etc. 
Special attention is given to the sale of Small 
Wares, and a very desirable selection of such 
goods is always at hand to choose from. Mr. 
Brown is a native of Gardiner, and is well 
known as an enterprising and progressive busi- 
ness man, who believes in and practices liberal 
methods. He employs five efficient assistants, 
and assures to all callers prompt and polite 
attention. The motto of this establishment 
has long been '"Not to be undersold," and the 
present proprietor is certainly well fitted to so 
manage as to fully live up to it, for he is a care- 
ful and experienced buyer, and enjoys such 
relations with produceis and wholesalers as to 
enable him to easily meet honorable competi- 
tion at all times. Low prices, reliable goods, 
prompt service, courteous treatment — these 
certainly form a strong array of attractions, 
and fully explain the great and increasing pop- 
ularity of the establishment w^e have noticed in 
this article. 



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jiC. A. Woodward, Dealer in Fine Watches, 
€locks, Jewelry, Solid Silver & Plated Ware, 
No. 200 Water Street, opposite Post Office, 
Gardiner. Repairing promptly attended to. 
Since the birth of civilization, even in its low- 
est form, the love of the beautiful, as displayed 
in jewelry, has been a prominent characteristic 
of the race, and has only strengtliened and 
grown with time; and with the advancement 
of any community in wealth, intelligence and 
culture, the fine arts of decoration and adorn- 
ment prosper, and the skill and taste of the 
jeweler is brought more constantly and gener- 
ally into requisition. Twenty years ago, it 
•would have been impossible to have found cus- 
tomers for that class of goods, which is now 
really in the greatest demand. It is usually 
thought by the public, that large cities always 
contain the choicest articles from which to se- 
lect, which was actually the case, perhaps ten 
years ago or so; but if the purchaser, in need of 
jewelry etc , would inspect the assortments 
kept in the stores of jewelers in cities like 
Gardiner, they would come to the conclusion, 
that the store kept by Mr. C. A. Woodward of 
200 Water Street, can display as complete and 
as varied a stock of Silver Ware, Clocks, 
Watches, etc., etc., as any other store through 
the whole State of Maine. In regard to prices, 
we may safely state, that as Mr. Woodward 
receives his goods directly from the manufac- 
turers, he is able to successfully compete with 
any jewelry establishment this side of Boston. 
Since Mr. Woodward started this business, June 
1st, 1888, he has succeeded in building up as 
flourishing a trade as only energy, geniality 
and liberality can produce. Jewelry of every de- 
scription is displayed in handsome show-cases, 
from the plated ware to the pure, eighteen 
carat, and with a choice assortment of Diamonds 
and Watches from the best manufacturers in 
this country, and imported French and Swiss 
ones, this store may safely be called the "palace 
of gems." Opera and Marine Glasses in large 
variety. Eye-glasses to fit everyone are always 
on hand, and the Repairing Department is paid 
extra attention, as Regulating and Repairing 
Jewelry of any description, and Watches in 
particular, is to-day considered as the most im- 
portant one among the Jewelers. The store is 



handsomely fitted up. A full stock of Cut- 
leiy is another attraction of this well-kept 
and stocked " palace of gems." Mr. Wood- 
ward is constantly in attendance on the steadi- 
ly iiicieasing customers, whose verdict invaria- 
bly has been, that the cause of success, which 
so far has and will pursue Mr. Woodward in 
this new enterprise of his is on account of 
honest dealings, and knowledge of the selec- 
tion of his elegant, and complete stock. Mr. 
Woodward was born in Dresden, Maine, and 
although not having resided in Gardiner more 
than a year, he is well-known in society, count- 
ing his friends by the score, being one of this 
thriving city's most popular young men on ac- 
count of his genialty and liberality. He is a 
member of the Masonic Lodge and Knights of 
Pythias. 

S. N. Maxcy IHanufacturing- Co., Man- 
ufacturers and' Dealers in Gutters and Mold- 
ings, Dooi-s, Sash, Blinds, Door and Window 
Flames. Job Work of all kinds done promptly, 
Summer Street, Gardiner. One of the most 
completely equipped establishments in Gardi- 
ner, is that conducted by the S. N. Maxcy Man- 
ufacturing Company, on Summer Street, and 
the annual output of Gutters, Moldings, 
Doors, Sash, Blinds, Door and Window Frames, 
is very large indeed. This enterprise was in- 
augurated in 1865, and ranks with the most 
firmly-established in the Stare, the productions 
of the company being accepted as of standard 
quality, and the demand for them being brisk 
and continuous. The entire plant in operation 
covers an area of some two acres, and com- 
prises several large buildings, some fifty horse- 
power being utilized. Employment is given to 
fifteen assistants, and no pains are spared to 
fully maintain the record long since established, 
of furnishing a uniformly superior article at 
the lowest market rates. Mr. Maxcy is a na- 
tive of Gardiner, and is one of the best-known 
of our business men throughout this vicinity. 
The company with which Mr. Maxcy is identi- 
fied makes a specialty of Gutters, Moldings, 
and House Finishing Materials, and is most 
excellently prepared to fill orders of this kind 
at short notice, and in an entirely satisfactory 
manner-. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GAEDINER. 



Hollinsrsworth & Wliitney Paper Co., 

Water Street, (THidinei-. The names of Hol- 
lingswoith & Whitney are too permanently 
identified with tlie manufacture of Paper in 
this country to ever be forgotten when that in- 
dustry ib under consideration, and some idea of 
the extent of the business carried on by the Hoi 



tide. As a specialty, be pays considerable 
attention to orders for Rubber Stamps, an 
article which for the last year or so has become 
an almost indispensable article, not only for 
the business community, but also for the house- 
hold, ns stamps for clotlies are so cheap that 
few housewives can dispense with one. Orders- 



lingsworth «& Whitney Paper Company may be for printing of all descriptions, as well as en- 
gained from the fact that their mills in this city, ; graved work, such as visiting, wedding and 
large as they are and capable of turning out invitation cards, are neatly executed, and th» 
fourteen tons of Paper daily, are after all but a i prices so low that competition from other par- 
small portion of their entire plant, which in- [ ties is out of the question. Mr. White being 
cludesoneat Windsor,Conn.,one at Watertown, born in Gardiner takes great interest in the 
Mass., and one at South Braintree in the same welfare of this booming city, and being young, 
State. The Gardiner establishment covers five energetic and enterprising, a successful future 
acres of ground and comprises eight buildings, | business career awaits him, and he is today 
two steam engines being utilized, of the power | considered as one of Gardiner's promising lead- 
of one hundred and fifty and one hundred horse, ing young business men. 
respectively. Employment is givtn to one hun- j 
dred men, and s-ince operations were begun i 

here in 1875, an enormous quantity of Paper [ Gardiner SavinsT.s Iustitution,WaterSt.^ 
has been produced and an amount of money i Gardiner, Although the city of Gardiner pre- 
^„ ,„ „ i„. .„ .1 .^ 11 1 sents many an indication of prosperity and 

thrift, and the general appearance of its stores 
and other business enterprises clearly proves- 
the existence of a progressive and enlightened 
spirit among those making up the population, 
still, to our mind, the very best evidence of all 
going to show that Gardiner is a desirable place 
to live in, is that afforded by the carrying on 
of such an institution as the Gardiner Savings 
Institution, and tlie remarkable financial show- 
ing made by that old-established enterprise. To 
successfully operate a Savings Bank, it is ne- 
cessary, first, to put it under the management 
of men in whom the community has absolute 



put in circulation in this vicinity, which has 
been of great service in developing the business 
resources of the community. Gardiner has 
many advantages as a manufacturing center, 
and it is the successful operation of just such 
vast enterprises as the one under consideration 
that will go faither than anything else to make 
these advantages generally known, and cause 
them to be utilized to the mutual benefit of all 
parties concerned. The Hollingsworth ife Whit- 
ney Company is under the immediate direction 
of Messrs. Sumner Hollingsworth, C. A. Dean 
and E. B. Eaton, the first-named gentleman oc- 
cupying the position of President, the second 



Charles R. TVliite, Mercantile Printing, 
Office Supplies, Rubber and Metal Stamps, Sta- 
tionery, Wall Paper, etc., 8 Depot Square, Gar- 
diner. We can justly say that one of the most 
gratifying evidences of the increase of correct 
artistic taste among all classes of society is the 
great attention that is now paid in the beauti- 
ful designs in the way of Job Printing of every 
description. Our productions in this line are 
not surpassed by those of any other country in 
the world, and every year this gratifying feat- 
ure becomes more marked, and there is plenty 
of work for those that turn out first-class jobs. 
We have here mentioned the merits of Print- 
ing, and representing in able manner this very 
important article in Gardiner, we call the read- 
er's attention to one of this city's most prom- 
ising young business men, Mr. Charles R. 
White, whose office is located at .3 Depot 
Square. This business was established by the 
present genial proprietor in 1886, and since its 
inception it has rapidly increased in patronage, 
Mr. White's motto being '-Fair dealing, quick 
sales and small profits." His office contains a 
full supply and well selected stock of Office 
Supplies in all its branches. Bill files of all 
kinds and account books ready made or to 
order. Wall Paper is also extensively dealt in, 
as Mr. White deals directly with the most 
prominent manufacturers of this necessary ar- 



officiating as Vice-president and Selling Agent, confidence; second, to so conduct its affairs as 
andthethirddischarging the responsible duties to prove this confidence to be well deserved; 
of manager. This is one of the leading indus- and third, to bring forcibly before the minds of 
tries of the State, and we take pleasure in giving the people the many advantages consequent 
It the prominence it deserves. upon the formation of saving habits, and the 

comparative ease with which nearly every man 
can save a portion of his earnings if he leally 
tries to do so. Man has been called "a bundle 
of habits," and in many respects such a char- 
acterization is just. Comparatively few of our 
daily acts are performed entirely by the volun- 
tary exercise of the will, and it is just as easy 
to get into the way of saving mechanically, as 
it is to follow the more general course and 
spend mechanically. Nor is any reasonable en- 
joyment lost by so doing. A man who puts 
money aside, who has a thoughtful care for the 
future, and who seeks to protect his family 
from prospective want by the exercise of pres- 
ent prudence, finds true and generous compen- 
sation for his self-denial, and takes satisfaction 
in the thought of the growing sum to his credit 
that is in no way tainted by any miserly love of 
money for its own sake. A saving community 
is a prosptrous, peaceable, intelligent and 
cheerful one, and he who casts his lot with 
such a people has every reason to expect hap- 
piness and contentment. The Gardiner Sav- 
ings Bank has been carried on for over half a 
century, its inception dating back to 1834. It 
has for officers, Mr. Weston Lewis, President, 
and Henry S. Webster, Treasurer, the Board of 
Trustees being composed of Messrs. Weston 
Lewis, Edward Robinson, David Dennis, L. D. 
Cooke, W. W. Bradstreet, Isaac J. Carr, Sanford 
N. Maxcy. No detailed individual mention of 
these gentlemen is necessary. They are known 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 



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throughout this vicinity, and the fact that the 
institution under their charge has now deposits 
confided to it amounting to over $1,750,000, 
shows the esteem in which they are held. A 
reserve fund of $100,000 is carried, and cer- 
tainly the Gardiner Savings Bank has no reason 
to fear comparison with any similar institution 
in the country. 



J. S. & F. T. Bradstreet, Saw Mills, 
Water Street, Gardiner. Considering the large 
number of Saw Mills carried on in this State, 
and the immense capacity of many of them, it 
seems almost incredible that the supply of lum- 
ber should have held out to the present time, 
and still more surprising that those in a posi- 
tion to know should maintain that there is 
more merchantable standing timber in Maine 
today than there was a score of years ago. 
Those making this assertion explain it by say- 
ing that the former hap-hazard way of procur- 
ing lumber has for years been done away with, 
and that under present methods of lumbering 
the future is fully provided for. Some idea 
of the annual consumption of Maine lumber 
may perhaps be gained from the fact that a 
single establishment at South Gardiner turns 
out about 100,000 feet daily. This mill is run 
by Messrs. J. S. & F. T. Bradstreet, who have 
an oflBce on Water Street. Operations were 
begun in 1878, and employment is given to 150 
men, the entire plant in use covering an area of 
two acres of ground, and including a steam- 
engine of 350 horse power. Both members of 
the firm are natives of Gardiner, and the enter- 
prise they conduct is one of the most impor- 
tant in the city, and has done and is doing 
much to extend the fame of Gardiner as a 
manufacturing center. 



Kennebec Steam Towing Company, 

William Perkins, Agent, Water Street, Gardi- 
ner. The value of the services rendered by 
the steam towboats of the present day in ex- 
tending the navigable area of rivers, and other 
confined and winding streams, can hardly be 
overestimated, and it is especially noticeable in 
this State, which ships enormous quantities of 
ice and other commodities, in a manner that 
would be impossible were it not for the numer- 
ous and powerful fleet of steam tugs main- 
tained in this vicinity. The chief requisites of 
an efficient and satisfactory steam-tug service 
may be summed up as promptness, reliability, 
and the maintenance of moderate charges, and 
we need hardly say that the general popularity 
enjoyed by the Kennebec Steam Towing Com- 
pany among ship-owners, consigners, etc.. is 
largely due to the fact that this Company 
spares neither trouble nor expense to furnish 
just such a service as we have mentioned. Op- 
erations were begun in 1880, and a most grati- 
fying change was soon noticeable in the man- 
agement of our river traffic. Mr. William Pei-- 
kins, the Gardiner agent, has an office on 
Water Street, and gives instant and careful at- 
tention to all orders received. The Company's 
charges are fair and reasonable, and the service 
is strictly first-class and entirely satisfactory. 



E. I>. Tasker & Co., Hack & Livery Sta- 
ble, opposite Depot, Gardiner. First-Class 
Teams Furnished at all Hours on Reasonable 
Terms. During the ten years that the enter- 
prise conducted by Messrs. E. D. Tasker & Co. 
has been carried on in this city, it has become 
one of the most largely patronized undertak- 
ings of the kind in this section, and it is but 
due to its proprietois to say, that every provis- 
ion has been made to meet all demands in a 
first-class and liberal manner. The premises 
occupied, are located oppo.-^ite the Depot and 
are 40x140 feet in dimensions, employment 
being given to three competent assistants. The 
firm announce that they are prepared to fur- 
nish Frst-class Teams at all hours on reasonable 
terms, and those who have made trial of their 
accomodations are foremo.'st in proclaiming 
that this announcement is fully justified by the 
facts. Hacks will be supplied for Funerals, 
Parties, Weddings or other occasions at short 
notice, and careful and expert drivers are inva- 
riably placed in charge of such conveyances. 
The facilities for boarding horses are of the 
best, animals being assured proper care and 
comfortable quarters. Mr. Tasker was born in 
Randolph, while Mr. C. O. Turner, his associ- 
ate in business, is a native of Wiscasset; both 
these gentlemen being connected with the Free 
Masons, and Mr. Turner with the Odd Fellows 
also. Sale Horses are constantly kept on hand, 
and we would most certainly advise those wha 
wish to purchase a trustworthy animal, to call 
and see what this firm has to offer them. The 
advantages of buying of a reputable concern 
should certainly be apparent to all, and there 
need be no fear of imposition when dealings are 
being had with a house of such standing. 



J. S. Lambard, Jewelry and General Va 
riety. Auctioneer and Real' Estate, 153 Water 
Street, Gardiner. Few, if any, of our Gai'di- 
ner readers, need to be informed that Mr. J. S. 
Lambard is one of the best-known business 
men in the city, for this gentleman has carried 
on operations here ever since 1856, and has 
been prominently identified with Real Estate 
and General Commercial Interests for a num- 
ber of years. Mr. Lambard occupies one floor 
and a basement, 22x65 feet, and handles Jew- 
elry and General Variety Goods very exten- 
sively. The stock he offers is one well worthy 
of a much more detailed description than we 
can give it in these columns, and we should 
certainly advise any one who wants anything 
in the line of Jewelry, etc., to give Mr. Lam- 
bard an early call. His goods are all fully 
guaranteed to prove as represented, and his 
prices only need comparison with those of 
other houses to be appreciated. The high rep- 
utation held by this establishment is the best 
proof of the uniform excellence of the goods 
dealt in, and the services of two assistants are 
required to attend to the many orders received. 
Ml". Lambard was born in Gardiner, and is con- 
nected with the Free Masons. He is considered 
an authority on local Real Estate, as he has 
given close and long-continued attention to this 
subject, and has handled many valuable prop- 
erties. As an Auctioneer Mr. Lambard is also 
most favorably known, and his services are fre- 
quently availed of in^this capacitj-. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 



Gardiner Water Company, Gardiner. 

Although "doctors disagree" very frequently 
regarding minor points, there are certain prin- 
ciples which are unanimously subscribed to by 
physicians of all schools, and prominent among 
these is that relating to the paramount im- 
portance of a pui-e and abundant water sup- 
ply. The painstaking and exhaustive re- 
searches into the origin and causes of the more 
prevalent and dangerous diseases, made by sci- 
entific men of late years, have resulted in the 
discovery of many startling facts, and it has 
been demonstrated beyond the possibility of a 
reasonable doubt, that some of the most de- 
structive epidemics — epidemics which have 
swept away thousands of lives, and placed 
whole communities in mourning — would never 
have occurred had proper attention been paid 
to the water question. Not a few popular 
beliefs have been proved to be totally errone- 
ous, and one of the most widespread of these 
(that well water is necessarily purer and more 
wholesome than that fiom ponds or rivers) is 
so far at variance with the facts that, generally 
speaking, it may be said, that a well is the 
worst possible source from which to obtain 
driuUing water. Taste is of but little use in 
determining the true chanicter of water, for 
careful analysis has demonstrated that filth 
and poison may be present without being de- 
tected by the palate or seen by the eye. Under 
these circumstances the beneficent effects of 
such an enterprise as that conducted by the 
Gardiner Water Company can hardly be over- 
estimated, for leaving the question of protec- 
tion from fire entirely out of the reckoning, the 
general health of the community cannot fail to 
be materially heightened by the opportunity 
presented of obtaining an unfailing supply of 
pure water at a comparatively nominal ex- 
pense. These Water Woiks were built in 1885 
by Messrs. Weston Lewis and Josiah S. Maxcy, 
the supply being taken from the Cobbossee 
river, at a point just above the stone dam 
erected by the company, and conducted 
through some fourteen miles of pipe to Gardi- 
ner, Farraingdale and Randolph. A powerful 
Blake pump elevates the water to a reservoir 
230 feet above the Kennebec river, thus giving 
sufficient " head " for all purposes. There are 
now some seven hundred consumers on the 
company's books, and the demand for water 
service is steadily growing. As the Cobbossee 
river drains a chain of lakes remarkably free 
from chances of contamination, the water is 
admirably suited for domestic use, being pure, 
sweet and clear, and in short, ranking with the 
best in the countiy. Whatever the enterprise 
that Messrs. Lewis and Maxcy undertake, it is 
bound to succeed, as both gentlemen aie con- 
sidered to be the most active and most shrewd 
of Gardiner's business men, taking energetic 
measures, whenever an opportunity presents 
itself, to further the interests and welfare of 
this, one of Maine's most prosperous of cities. 
Both above-named gentlemen are highly hon- 
ored and respected by all who have had busi- 
ness connections with them, on account of 
their square dealings aud liberal methods of 
doing business. With such men as Messrs. 
Lewis and Maxcy the city of Gardiner may 
justly be proud aud honored to count them in 
their midst. 



P. H. Oilson, Manufacturers of Light Car- 
riages and Sleighs, Heavy Wheels, Rims, Shafts, 
and Mortised Hubs for sale, 26-;>0 Maine Ave- 
nue, Gardiner. There is many a Carriage and 
many a Sleigh in this vicinity that came from 
the shop of P. H. Gilson, for this gentleman 
has beeu concerned in the manufacture of such 
goods for thirty-seven years, and has produced 
a large number of Vehicles during that time. 
He was born in Boston, Mass., and is a mem- 
ber of the Free Masons and also of the Knights 
Templar, having a very large circle of friends 
in Gardiner and vicinity. The premises occu- 
pied are located at 26-30 Maine Ave., and com- 
prise four floors of the dimensions of 20x50 feet, 
there being a blacksmith, a paint, and a wood- 
working shop in operation, and employment 
being given to seven assistants. Light Car- 
riages and Sleighs, Heavy Wheels, Rims, Shafts, 
and Mortised Hubs, are manufactured and sold 
at low rates, and the reputation this establish- 
ment has held for so many years, of turning 
out durable aud trustworthy work, is as well 
deserved today as ever. Mr. Gilson takes pride 
in the lecord of his factory in this respect, as 
he has every reason to do, and gives close per- 
sonal attention to the various processes of man- 
ufacture so as to assure a continuance of so de- 
sirable a celebrity. Selected stocks and the 
most improved methods combine to make the 
Carriages, etc., manufactured here fully equal 
to the best, and equal care is taken in the doing 
of Repairing, such orders being filled at short 
notice, in a thorough and neat manner. 



A. H. Potter, General Truckman and 
Stevedore, and Dealer in Coal, Roger.>*' Block, 
Depot Square, under Journal office, Gardiner. 
It is just ten years ago that the enterprise 
known as the "Citizen's Coal Yard " was estab- 
lished in this city, and as Mr. A. H. Potter as- 
sumed control of the undertaking in 1885, he 
has had it under his management during about 
one-third of its existence. Under his liberal 
business methods the enterprise has become a 
popular and largely patronized one, and many 
of our citizens would never think of obtaining 
their supply of coal elsewhere. Mr. Potter 
has made it a rule from the inception of opera- 
tions to handle only coal of standard quality, 
and hence he is in a position to guarantee sat 
isfaction to all who may favor him with an 
order. Employing ten experienced assistants, 
he is also able to promise early and accurate 
delivery, and as a large supply of coal is gener- 
ally on hand, orders for any kind or size can be 
filled without delay. The yard affords capacity 
for the storage of three thousand tons, and is 
very conveniently located. Mr. Potter's office 
is in Rogers' Block, Depot Square, under the 
Journal office, and favors left there or sent by 
mail will receive prompt and careful attention. 
A General Trucking and Stevedore business is 
also carried on by Mr. Potter, and he is espe- 
cially well-prepared to undertake heavy job- 
bing at short notice and on reasonable terms. 
His teams are powerful and well-equipped, aud 
are in charge of careful and experienced drivers. 
Mr. Potter is a Gardiner man by birth, and is a 
member of the Free Masons, being very widely 
and favorably known. 



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Gardiner Marble Works, (formerly 
works of Hiram Preble.) Gardiner, Monuments. 
Grave Stones, Tablets and everything: in Marble 
or Granite Work. The enterprise now known 
as the " Gardiner Marble and Granite Works" 
■was inaugurated just thirty years ago, its foun- 
ders being Messrs. Preble & Johnson. Mr. 
Hiram Preble carried it on alone for an extend- 
ed period of time, and finally, in 1SS2 the 
business came into the hands of Mrs. Emma J. 
Preble who has since had sole control. When 
this lady announced her intention of carrying 
on the undertaking, there were not a few who 
prophesied failure, and many, even of those 
who wished her every success, considered her 
chances dubious. But what has been the re- 
sult? During the six years that have since 
elapsed the patronage accorded the enterprise 
has increased in no small degree, the character 
of the work turned out was never better than 
it is to-day, and in short the Gardiner Marble 
and Granite Works are fully prepared to meet 
all honorable competition, and to produce 
stone-work that cannot fail to satisfy any fair 
minded person. Monuments, Gravestones, 
Tablets etc., are made to Older at the shortest 
possible notice, and Cemetery Work of all de- 
scriptions will be done in a prompt and pains- 
taking manner. Mrs. Preble is prepared to give 
personal attention to the wishes of her custom- 
ei's, and those who wish anything in the line of 
stone-work are invited to notify her by mail, 
when she will visit them in person, show spec- 
imens of work etc, and give full information 
regarding prices. The advantage of dealing 
directly with the proprietor rather than with 
some irresponsible agent is obvious, and will be 
appreciated by all who are acquainted with 
business methods. Mrs. Preble employs seven 
experienced and skillful assistants and occupies 
premises on both Church and Bridge Streets. 
Her prices are as low as is consistent with good 
work and satisfaction is fully guaranteed. 



Kane & Stuber, Cigar Manufacturers, 
Hats and Caps, Water Street, Gardiner. The 
firm whose card we print above, comprises two 
industries which are not frequently associated, 
but the results attained have been so gratify- 
ing that we need not say that their undertak- 
ing is a pronounced success. Operations were 
begun in 1876, and a very large business has 
since been built up, for exceptional induce- 
ments are offered in some respects, and the 
public are quick to take advantage of liberal 
methods and honorable dealing. Mr. Kane is a 
native of W^ilmington, Del., while Mr. Stuber 
was born in Utica, N, Y., both gentlemen being 
intimately acquainted with the various details 
of their business, and giving close personal at- 
tention to the filling of orders. The premises 
occupied comprise one floor and a basement, 
and employment is afforded to five experienced 
and efficient assistants. The Cigars manufac- 
tured by Messrs. Kane & Stuber are noted for 
their uniform excellence, both of material and 
of workmanship, and it is not surprising that 
they should be in active and increasing demand. 
Hats and Caps of the latest and most fashiona- 
ble patterns are also handled very extensively, 
and supplied at the very lowest market rates. 
II 



Artbur L. Berry, Insurance Agent and 
Broker, Water Street, Gardiner. Insurance 
has become so universally recognized a factor 
in modern business methods that the man who 
is not insured lias become the exception rather 
than the rule, and we find the most intelligent 
and progressive members of the community 
taking the fullest advantage of the opportuni- 
ties offered for the protection of their families 
and themselves. As it is convenient to place 
all policies, whether Fire, Marine, Accident or 
Life, through a single agency, it is not surpris- 
ing that Mr. Aithur L. Berry, of Water Street, 
should find a brisk and continuous demand 
made upon his services, for he represents some 
of the strongest companies in the world, and 
can write Fire, Maiine. Life or Accident Poli- 
cies on the most favorable terms. He was born 
in this city, and has been identified with his 
present undertaking since 1882. Two offices 
are occupied, and two assistants employed, all 
callers being given prompt sind courteous at- 
tention, and any desired information cheer- 
fully afforded. As for the character of the In- 
surance offered, no further proof of its reliabil- 
ity can be required than the standing of the 
companies represented, a list of which is here- 
with given : German American. Phoenix, Queen, 
Guardian, New Hampshire, Lancashire, Mer- 
chants, New York, Peoples', Holyoke Mutual, 
Provident, Washington, Travelers' Life and 
Accident of Hartford, and the Equitable Life 
Assurance Society of New York. It will be 
seen that risks placed by Mr. Berry are widely 
distributed, and it would be difficult to make 
up a list that would combine more real ad- 
vantages. 



Sniitb, Tobey & Co., Commission Mer- 
chants, and Dealers in Staple and Fancy Gro- 
ceries, all kinds Fresh Fish and Meats, Whole- 
sale Fruits and Produce, 242 and 244 Water 
Street, Gardiner. The firm of Smith & Tobey 
began operations in 1882, and soon e-^tablished 
a business that has steadily and rapidly grown, 
until now it will bear comparison with that of 
many houses of much greater age. Both part- 
ners are natives of Gardiner, and both are 
members of the Odd Fellows, being well known 
in the community as enterprising and progres- 
sive business men. The premises utilized are 
located at 242 and 244 Water Street, and com- 
prise two floors, each of the dimensions of 
50x83 feet. A very heavy stock is carried, and 
it is as varied as it is large, for it includes Sta- 
ple and Fancy Groceries, all kinds of Fresh 
Fish and Meats, together with Fruits and 
Country Produce. The business done is both 
Wholesale and Retail, an important depart- 
ment of it being the selling of goods on com- 
mission, an industry for the successful pros- 
ecution of which this concern enjoys special 
advantages. Consignments are solicited, and 
returns will be made with promptness and 
accuracy. Employment is given to four effi- 
cient assistants, and the retail department of 
the establishment is most liberally patronized, 
for the public are quick to learn where to buy 
to the best advantage. Reliable goods and 
bottom prices are bound to tell, and the trade 
is evidently destined to continue to" grow for 
some time to come. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 



Senjamia U. Dill, Dealer in Corn, Flour 
and Provisions, Ship Stores, West India Goods, 
New Bedford Cordage, Oakum, Bone and other 
Fertilizers, opposite Public Library, Gardiner. 
There is no need of our saying that the under- 
taking conducted by Mr. Benjamin U. Dill in this 
city is one of Gardiner's representative enter- 
prises, for the fact is too well known to require 
argument or even statement. Mr. Dill was 
born in Gardiner, and began operations here in 
1865. From 1865 to 1888, is a long period of 
time, very nearly a quarter of a century, yet 
during all that time the establishment with 
which Mr. Dill is identified has maintained its 
position as a leader among enterprises of a 
similar character. The premises utilized are 
located on Water Street, opposite the Public 
Library, and comprise two floors and a base- 
ment, of the dimensions of 25x70 feet. Corn, 
Flour, Provisions, Ship Stores, Family Gro- 
ceries, etc., are handled very largely, and New 
Bedford Cordage, Oakum. Bone and other Fer- 
tilizers, are also extensively dealt in. As might 
naturally be supposed in the case of so old-es- 
tablished an enterprise, the most favorable 
relations are enjoyed with producers, wholesal- 
ers, etc., and as a consequence the inducements 
offered to customers are many and pronounced. 
A competent force of assistants is employed, 
and all orders are filled with the utmost 
promptness, the quality of the goods being in 
all cases guaranteed to prove as represented. 
Mr. Dill is thoroughly conversant with every 
detail of his business, and gives close personal 
attention to its supervision. As a member of 
the city council he has rendered valuable ser- 
vice, and is in every respect a truly representa- 
tive citizen. 



H. W. Jewett & Co., Manufacturers and 
Dealers in Lumber, Clapboards, Shingles and 
Laths. All kinds ef Dimensions Sawed to Or- 
der. Bridge Street, Gardiner. No resident of 
Maine at least needs to be informed regarding 
the importance of Lumber as an article of com- 
merce, for it is to her vast supplies of this ma- 
terial that the State chiefly owes her present 
position, nor is this supply so nearly exhausted 
as some people would have us think. On the 
contrary, it is asserted by those in a position to 
speak with authority, that there is actually 
more merchantable standing timber in Maine 
now than there was ten years ago, and they 
ascribe this fact to the more scientific methods 
practised by the lumbermen of today than 
were employed in the past. It is at all events 
sincerely to bo hoped that this statement is 
justified by the facts, for Maine can poorly 
afford to lose the revenue brought in by the 
sale of Lumber. One of the best-known houses 
in this vicinity, handling this indispensable 
commodity, is that of Messrs. H. W. Jewett & 
Co., doing business on Bridge Street. This en- 
terprise was inaugurated in 1863, and is of no 
small magnitude, the entire plant in operation 
covering an area of five acres of ground, and 
employment being afforded to ninety assist- 
ants. Lumber, Clapboards, Shingles and Laths 
are very largely manufactured, the works being 
run by water power, and about ten million feet 
of Lons: Lumber being produced annually. All 
kinds of Dimensions are Sawed to Order, and 



the facilities are such that such woi"k can be 
done at short notice and most reasonable rates. 
Mr. H. W. Jewett was born in Alna, Me., and 
is known thi-oughout the Lumber trade. The 
entire enterprise may be considered as a repre- 
sentative one, and is a credit to the locality in 
which it is carried on. 



S. D. Warren & Co., Copsecook Mill. 
Paper Manufacturers, Water Street. Gardiner. 
There is not an article that is used so exten- 
sively and known so little about by the general 
public as Paper, and notwithstanding all that 
has been said and written on the subject, we 
question if one man in a hundred of those not 
directly acquainted with the business could 
give the least idea of the processes by which 
Paper is produced. Its uses we know more 
about. And even the fact that car-wheels and 
boats are made of this material, is a common 
matter of knowledge. As fine an example of 
a modern paper-mill as can easily be found is 
that afforded by the Copsecook Mill, conducted 
by Messrs. S. D. Warren & Co., on AVater 
Street, and some idea of the magnitude of this 
enterprise, and of the ready market that is 
found for the product of the mill, may be had 
from the fact that the amount of paper daily 
produced is no less than four tons. This un- 
dei taking was founded in 1860, and has long 
ranked with the leading industries of Gardiner 
and vicinity. The ponderous machinery in use 
is run by water power, and employment is 
given to fifty assistants. The proprietor, Mr. 
Warren, is a Boston gentleman, but the estab- 
lishment is under the immediate supervision of 
Mr. H. E. Merriam, who was born in Grafton, 
Mass., and who neglects nothing that would 
tend to improve the efficiency of the plant un- 
der his charge. 



The Gardiner National Bank, of Gar- 
diner. The Gardiner Bank, of which the Gar- 
diner National Bank is the successor, was char- 
tered as a State Bank by the Commonwealth of 
Massachusetts, in January, 1814, and has been 
in continual operation as a State and National 
Bank to the present time. In its three-quar- 
ters of a century of active business who can 
estimate the benefits that have been derived, 
directly and indirectly, by the community in 
which it is located ? Who can tell how many 
local enterprises owe their present existence to 
this institution? Who can enumerate the mer- 
chants that have been aided, the manufactur- 
ers that have been assisted in time of trouble, 
the almost numberless cases in which tempo- 
rary aid from the Bank has resulted in a crisis 
being successfully met, and future prosperity 
assured? " But all this help was given in the 
way of business," you say. So it was. But 
suppose there had been no bank to do this. 
Suppose dependence had to be placed on out- 
of-town institutions, managed by men who had 
no personal interest in Gardiner's prosperity, 
do you suppose that the results would have 
been the same, and our city just where it is 
today? The question answers itself. Certainly 
not. The officers and directors of the Gardi- 
ner National Bank are all well-known citizens, 
and a perusal of their names will serve to show 



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how deeply they are interested in the city's 
growth. They are as follows: President, 
Isaac J. Carr, Cashier, Everett L. Smith, Direc- 
tors, I. J. Carr, P. G. Bradstreet, VV. F. Rich- 
ards, J. C. Atkins, Augustus Hopkins. The 
institution has a capital stock paid in of $50,000 
and surplus and profits of $30,000, and is in a 
most excellent financial condition in every 
respect. 



S. Soule & Son, Dealers in Boots, Shoes 
and Rubbers, Davis Building, Water Street, 
Gardiner. Men are as unlike in their desires as 
they are in their characters, as a matter of 
course; and then the difference in occupations 
comes in to still further increase the variety of 
conditions to be suited in the selection of goods. 
One man, for instance, wants his shoes easy and 
comfortable, another demands that his be snug 
and tight. A calls for heavy boots; B must 
have light slippers, while C scorns extremes and 
asks for a shoe that is stylish but easy, light 
but durable. To satisfy all these demands is, as 
may well be supposed, no light task, and it is 
owing to their liaving been so successful in ac- 
complishing this result that the firm of Messrs. 
S. Soule & Son enjoys its present popularity 
and extensive trade. This concern began oper- 
ations in 187o, and occupy premises of the di- 
mensions of 28x40 feet in the Davis I3uilding, 
Water Street. Boots. Shoes and Rubbers of all 
kinds, sizes and qualities are handled, and an 
important factor in the success attained, has 
been the magnitude of the stock carried, for 
this is always sufficiently great to allow of all 
tastes being suited and all purses provided for. 
Mr. S. Soule is a member of the Golden Cross 
and Mr. H. E. Soule is connected with the Free 
Masons and the United Workmen and the 
Knights of Pythias. Both these gentlemen have 
the respect and esteem of the community, and 
"we can assure our readers that no other boot 
and shoe house in the city is in a position to 
guarantee more solid satisfaction to its cus- 
tomers. 



Robbins & Sous, Foundry and Machine 
Shop, Gardiner. An enterprise which has 
gained a high reputation since it was inaug- 
urated here ten years ago, is that carried on 
under the firm name of Robbins & Sons. As 
originally constituted, the firm was made up of 
Messrs. C. A. E. & A. A. Robbins, but since the 
decease of the first-named gentleman in 1886, 
the enterprise has been continued by Messrs. 
E. E. and A. A. Robbins, under the old style. 
Both the proprietoi's are natives of Gardiner, 
and are well-known citizens, the Machine Shop 
and Foundry they carry on ranking with the 
most reliable in the State. The premises util- 
ized are spacious and well fitted up, and the 
facilities for filling all orders with promptness 
and accuracy are unsurpassed, a competent and 
careful force of assistants being employed, and 
no means neglected to insure the attainment of 
the best results. Enjoying many advantages, 
the firm are in a position to make their prices 
as satisfactory as their goods, and those who 
want anything in their line will best serve their 
own interests by learning what Messrs. Robbins 
& Sons have to offer. 



Georg-e W. Cross, Gun and Lock Smith, 
and dealers in Guns, Pistols and Sporting 
Goods, High Explosive Powder for Blasting 
Purposes, Base Ball Goods, etc. Special Atten- 
tion given to Repairing Clothes Wringers. Saws 
Hammered and Filed. No. 11 Depot Square, 
Gardiner. One of the busiest establishments 
that we know of in this city, is that of which 
Mr, George W. Cross is the proprietor, located 
at No. 11 Depot Square, and it is no wonder 
that this should be the case, for Mr. Cross not 
only deals largely in Guns, Pistols and Sport- 
ing Goods in general, but also in Locks, Knives, 
Razors, etc., and beside this, makes a specialty 
of Repairing; paying particular attention to 
Clothes Wringers. Saws are Hammered and 
Filed, Carpet Sweepers, Lawn Mowers, Sewing 
Machines, Paring Machines, etc., put in order at 
short notice, and in fact Mr. Cross announces 
that he is prepared to undertake the repairing 
of anything that may be brought to him. Pink- 
ing Irons, Knives and Blades, Shears and Small 
Tools in general, are offered for sale at the 
lowest markft rates, and a full stock of ammu- 
niti(m is carried, including Powder, Shot, 
Shells, Wads, etc. Mr. Cross is a native of 
this city, and is connected with the Free Masons. 
He is also a member of the Grand Army, and 
served under Sheridan in that General's famous 
raid of which so much has been written and 
said. The premises utilized for the carrying on 
of operations, are I8x.>5 feet in size, and employ- 
ment is given to two assistants. Orders are 
filled with the utmost dispatch, and particular 
attention is given to the fitting of keys. 



Joshua Gray & Son, Manufacturers and 
Dealers in all kinds of Pine, Spruce and Hack 
Lumber, Clapboards, Shingles, Laths, Gardiner. 
Maine is so intimately associated in the minds of 
a majority of the people with lumber in one form 
or the other, that they find it impossible to 
think of the one without recalling the other 
also. As often as the figures have been made 
public, there are still very few who have any 
realizing sense of the amount of lumber that is 
annually produced in this State, but that this 
amount is something enormous, is to be seen 
from the fact that a single Gardiner establish- 
ment — that of Messrs. Joshua Gray ife Son, lo- 
cated on Summer Street — turns out nix million 
feet yearly. They own forty thousand acres of 
timber land. This is one of the oldest under- 
takings of the kind in this section, having been 
founded in 1847, and Mr. Gray has for many 
years been regarded as a representative citizen, 
having served in both branches of the City 
Council as well as in the position of Mayor. 
He is a member of the Odd Fellows, and is of 
course almost universally known and very 
highly esteemed. The firm of Joshua Gray & 
Son maintain a plant covering some five acres 
of ground, on which are located five buildings 
of varying size. Employment is given to fifty 
hands, and Pine, Spruce and Hack Lumber is 
manufactured and dealt in very largely, as are 
also Clapboards, Shingles and Laths. No con- 
cern enjoys better facilities, either for the ob- 
taining of raw material, or for working it up 
into merchantable form, and no concern is in a 
position to offer equally desirable stock at lower 
rates. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GAEDINEB. 



J, L/. Stoddard, Broker, Insurance Agent, 
and U. S. Claim Agent, Kennebec and Penob- 
scot River Ice and Ice Stock, bought and sold 
on Commission. Pensions, Bounties, etc., pro- 
cured. Office, Water Street, opposite Johnson 
House, Gardiner. The propriety and wisdom 
of securing a competent agent when seeking to 
bring about certain results, hardly needs to be 
mentioned in these columns, for it is to be pre- 
sumed that all of our readers are intelligent 
people, and being so, they can require no aigu- 
ment to convince them of the advisability of 
such a course. This being the case, we need 
make no apology for calling their attention to 
the enterprise carried on by Mr. J. L. Stoddard, 
who has an office on Water Street, opposite the 
Johnson House, for this gentleman acts as 
Broker, Insurance Agent, and U. S. Claim 
Agent, and may be implieitly depended upon 
to protect the interests of his clients to the 
extent of his ability. Mr. Stoddard was born 
in Edgartown, Mass., and officiated for thirteen 
years as deputy clerk U. S. Internal Revenue, 
retiring on the first of June, 1886, and inaugu- 
rating his present enterprise the year follow 



one that is not, and therefore when buying a 
harness procure it at an establishment where 
skilled labor is employed, and where a large 
and varied stock is carried. Such an establish- 
ment is that conducted by Messrs. Fred Little- 
field ife Co.. No. 211 Water Street, and those 
who will examine the assortment of goods 
shown by this firm will find that it includes not 
only Harness and Horse Clothing of every de- 
scription, but also Trunks, Bags, Whips, etc. 
Mr. Littlefield was born in this city, as was 
also his associate in business, and has been 
identified with his present enterprise since 
1S75. Four floors, ol the dimensions of 20x.55 
feet, are utilized, and six expeiienced and effi- 
cient assistants employed. Harness is manu- 
factured and dealt in both at wholesale and 
retail, and the work done at this establishment 
is strictly first class, being wairanted in every 
particular. The lowest market rates are quoted 
in every department, and it is only natural that 
a very large business should be done. 



A. Fuller & Son, Grocers and Floui* 
Dealers, Gardiner. An establishment from 



ing. He is a member of the Free Masons and I which many Gardiner families procure their 



G. A. R., and has a wide circle of friends. He 
represents the Fireman's Fund Insurance Com- 
pany, of San Francisco, the Anglo Nevada, of 
the same city, the Sun of London Insurance 
Company of the State of Pennsylvania, and 
the Provident Aid Society, of which latter 
organization he was one of the incorporators. 
Mr, Stoddard can place Insurance at the lowest 
obtainable rates, and does a large business in 
this department alone. He is prepared to buy 
and sell Kennebec and Penobscot River Ice and 
Ice Stock on Commission, and enjoys very 
favorable relations with producers and the gen- 
eral business public. Especial attention is 
given to the collections of claims, and we be- 
lieve there is no U. S. Claim Agent in this State 
who is in a better position to advance the best 
interests of those having occasion for the ser- 
vices of such a representative. Mr. Stoddard's 
charges are fair and moderate, and he is very 
prompt and painstaking in his business 
operations. 



supplies of Groceries, etc., is that conducted 
by Messrs. A. Fuller A son, on Water Street; 
and this enterprise is deemed worthy of special 
mention, as it is a truly representative one in 
many respects, and is one of the most liberally 
patronized in this section. Business was begun 
in 1874 by Mr. A. Fuller, the present co-part- 
nership being formed in 1885. Both members 
of the firm are natives of this city, and the 
senior partner has served on the Board of Al- 
dermen, and is connected with the Golden* 
Cross and the Grand Army. He was a member 
of the nth Maine Regiment at the time of the 
Rebellion, and was stationed at Washington for 
a considerable period. The premises utilized 
for the carrying on of the business, consists of 
one floor measuring 40x38 feet, and a spacious, 
storehouse. Doing both a wholesale and retail 
business, it is, of course, necessary to carry a 
heavy stock, and we believe that few similar 
establishments in the State contains a more 
carefully and skillfully selected assortment of 
the best Family Groceries, Meats, etc. It will 
be found to be complete in every department, 
made up of fresh and desirable goods, and 
offered at prices that would insure the sale of 
far less standard articles. Employment is given 
to four competent and polite assistants, and 



Fred Littlefield & Co., Manufacturers 
of and Dealers in Harness, Trunks, Bags, 
Whips, etc., Horse Clothing of every descrip- 
tion, Harness at Wholesale and Retail, 211 
Water Street, Gardiner. Our Harnesses are all 

hand-made (no factory work), and made from ! customers are promised prompt and courteous 
the very best Oak Tanned Stock. We make j attention, while a full guarantee is given that 
over fifty different kinds, and will send one to goods shall prove as represented. 

any address in the State, express prepaid, sub- 

ject to examination, C. O. D., and if not per- J. D. Hujfhes, Dealer in Pianos, Organs, 
fectly satisfactory it may be returned to us at etc. Tuninii and Repairing promptly attended 
our expense. In ordering, please be very par- to. Orders by mail. Catalogues sent on appli- 
ticular and state as near as you can the style of cation. Water Street, Gardiner. It is not our 
trimmings, heft of harness, style of reins, and j intention, and indeed this is not the place, to 
about the price you wish to pay. Correspond- 1 present an essay on the intimate connection 

between music and home, but all of our read- 
ers must have noticed how essential music of 



ence solicited. Water Street. It is a very 
costly mistake to assume that the harness worn 
by a horse has but little effect upon his capac- 
ity for work, and those who hold such a posi- 
tion are growing fewer in number every year. 
Just as surely as it is easier to cut with a sharp 
knife than with a dull one, can a horse accom- 
plish more when pi-ovided with a harness 
suited to him than when he has to put up with 



some kind is to a perfect home, and hence will 
support us in the assertion that no family cir- 
cle is really complete unless it contains a musi- 
cal instrument of one kind or another. Pianos 
and Organs are doubtless the most popular of 
all family musical instruments, for although 
their cost is greater than that of simpler and 



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more-portable articles, still their advantages for 
what may be called "all 'round use"— dancing, 
playing, singing, etc., — more than make amends 
for this one drawback. A good Piano or Organ 
will last a lifetime, and may be bought at a 
surprisingly low figure nowadays, if the right 
place be visited, and in this connection we 
wish to call attention to the establishment con- 
ducted by Mr. J. D. Hughes, on Water Street, 
for this gentleman can supply a Piano or an 
Organ at bottom prices, and since beginning 
operations in 1877, has built up a business that 
shows the public are quick to recognize relia- 
ble and liberal methods. The premises occu- 
pied measure 20x50 feet, and a fine stock of 
Pianos, Organs, and Musical Instruments in 
general is constantly carried. Mr. Hughes em- 
ploys three competent and polite assistants, 
and all callers are assured prompt attention 
and uniformly courteous treatment. Any de- 
sired information will be cheerfully given, and 
we would advise all interested to give Mr. 
Hughes an early call. 



John W. Berry, Fresco and Scenic 
Painter, Goodspeed Block, Depot Square, Gar- 
diner. Our readers need not be told that the 
subject of Interior Decoration has received 
great attention of late years in this country, 
for the evidences of it are to be seen on every 
side, and there are several periodicals pub 
lished which are devoted almost entirely to this 
art. That it is an art, no one will deny, and 
indeed so comprehensive is its scope that no 
one man can practice it in all its departments; 
and consequently it has been divided up into 
various specialties, of which that attended to 
by the Fresco Painter is one of the most im- 
portant. The possibilities of Fresco Painting 
are almost endless, and a skillful and original 
designer of thorough technical training can 
transform a bare and ugly ceiling into "a thing 
of beauty" if not " a joy forever." The name 
of John W. Berry is so intimately associated 
with this branch of art in the minds of resi- 
dents of Gardiner and vicinity, that the one 
cannot be mentioned without recalling the 
other. Mr. Berry is a native and a life-long 
resident of this city, and the fact that he is 
now serving his second term as mayor (he be- 
ing the youngest mayor Gardiner has ever had), 
shows the estimation in which he is held here, 
and renders extended personal mention quite 
unnecessary. He began operations in 1869 as 
a Landscape Painter, but since 1879 has de- 
voted himself to Fresco and Scenic Painting. 
Mr. Berry makes a specialty of original designs, 
so that it is not surprising that his work is 
quite devoid of that machine-like and monot- 
onous character which has ever been the bane 
of Ameiican Fresco decoration. Among the 
more prominent buildings on which he has 
been employed are the Court-House in Augusta, 
the Soldiers' Home at Togus (in which he dec- 
orated General Franklin Hall), the chapel at 
the Insane Hospital, the hall of the Knigbts of 
Pythias in this city, and the new chapel at the 
National Home. Mr. Berry's place of business 
is in Goodspeed Block, Depot Square, and those 
contemplating having anything done in the 
Fresco-painting line would do well to give him 
a call. 



W. B. Neal (Successor to B. A. Neal & Son), 
Insurance Agent and Broker. Fire, Marine, 
Life and Accident. Represent the largest com- 
panies in the World. Office over Brown's Dry 
Goods Store. Water Street, Gardiner. It is now 
over a quarter of a century since the insurance 
agency, conducted by Mr. W. B. Neal was 
founded, in 1862, it being carried on from 
that date up to 1887, under the firm-name of B. 

A. Neal & Son. Of course during its long and 
useful existence this agency has become known 
throughout Gardiner and vicinity, and the to- 
tal amount of Insurance placed by it has 
reached enormous proportions. Representing 
the largest companies in the world, Mr. W. 

B. Neal is prepared to afford Insurance of the 
most satisfactory and reliable character, and 
is in a position to quote the lowest rates on 
Fire, Marine. Life and Accident risks. Mr. 
Neal is a native of this city, and a well-known 
business man. He is also secretary of the 
Board of Underwriters. Two offices, measur- 
ing 20x40 feet, are occupied at No. 72 Water 
Street, over Brown's Dr^ Goods store, and any 
of our readers wishing information relative to 
Insurance, would do well to give Mr. W. B. 
Neal an early call, for he is an authority on the 
subject, and is always ready to render any aid 
in his power. The following companies are 
represented: — ^tna, of Hartford; Liverpool 
and London and Globe, London; Northern 
London; Germania, New York; Niagara. New 
York; Union, Philadelphia; Orient, of Hartford; 
Employers' Liability, England; Mutual Life, 
New York. No stronger or more comprehen- 
sive list could be asked for, and merchants who 
want their stock protected, manufacturers who 
want their costly machinery covered, ship-own- 
ers, etc., who want their vessels and cargoes 
insured, professional men who want to provide 
against accident or death— all these will find 
unsurpassed facilities at this office for the 
transaction of such business. 

Lawrence Brothers, Saw Mills. South 
Gardiner. In the preparation of a work of this 
kind, considerable difficulty is experienced in 
presenting an adequate idea of the comparative 
importance of the many business enterprises it 
treats of, for while some of these are of local 
celebrity, others aie known tbioughout the 
State, and not a few are known all over New 
England, and in fact even outside of that section 
of the country. Among these latter concerns, 
prominent place should be given to the house 
of Lawrence Brothers, for the undertaking 
carried on by this firm has been in operation 
for twenty-two years, and is one of the most 
important of its kind in the State. The works 
are located at South Gardiner and include a 
Saw Mill and a Planing Mill, the entire plant 
covering an area of five acres of ground, and 
employment being given to seventy-five experi- 
enced assistants. The firm is made up of 
Messrs. C, H., S., and G. Lawrence, all of whom 
were born in this city. These gentlemen have 
one of the best-equipped Lumber Mills in Maine, 
and are in a position to offer decided advan- 
tages to those purchasing lumber in large quan- 
tities. Their sources of supply are unfailing 
and they are prepared to furnish any desired 
quantity at short notice and at the lowest 
market rates. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 




KENNEBEC STEAMBOAT COMPANY, O. M. Blancliard, Agent. 



This Company is proprietor of the line of 
Steamers runningc from this city to Boston, and 
by connecting Steamer to Augusta. It origi- 
nated in 1834, when the pioneer Steamer " Mc- 
Donough" opened the business, not running 
direct to Boston, but making direct connection 
•with other steamers at Portland, In 1836 she 
was succeeded by the New England, which was 
the first to run to Boston, and from which time 
the direct line has been maintained, she being 
followed by the Huntress, in 1838, the John W. 
Richmond in 1840, then by the Penobscot, the 
Kennebec and the Charter Oak, in turn, then 
by the Ocean in 1850, the Governor in 1854, the 
Eastern Queen in 1857, and the Star of the East 
in 1866. which is still running and one of the 
safest and best-managed Steamers sailing from 
Boston. Her commander, Capt. Jason Collins, 
was first employed on the line in 1836, and has 
been in the same employ — with the exception 
of about eight years spent on the Pacific Coast 
— from that time to the present. He became 
captain of the Eastern Queen in 1860, and was 
transferred to the Star of the East when she 
was built, in 1806, and stands to-day as one of 
the ablest and most popular steamboat captains 
in New England. This line has been largely 
instrumental in the prosperity of the Kennebec 
Valley, and always ready to meet all the re- 
quirements of the business public. They are 
now having built by the New England Co., at 
Bath, an elegant new steamer, to go on the 
route early this season, and run witli the Star, 
giving greatly increased facilities for travel and 
freight carrying. The new steamer is to be 
265 teet in length, and 62 feet in breadth, over 
all; is to be equipped with all modern con- 
veniences, and with electriclights, electric bells 
and steam steering apparatus, and will be one 
of the most elegant steamers sailing from Bos- 
ton. Among the early proprietors of this line, 
were the well-known names of Nathaniel Kim- 
ball, William Bradstreet ancl,Isaac Rich ; while 
among the present owners are found the mem- 
bers of the firm of which Mr, Rich was the head 



and the sons of Mr. Bradstreet. who are all 
most zealous in the work of the line, which 
came to them from so worthy hands. Among 
the heaviest stockholders stand also the names 
of James B. Drake of Bath, and E. C. Allen and 
Oscar Holway of Augusta. The old patrons of 
the line, as they go upon the steamers, find 
themselves carried back to their early years as 
they find the genial officers of twenty years ago 
the Pilots, Captains Baker and Peach; the Clerk, 
C. G. Wall, whose father was one of the first 
Clerks on the line; the veteran Steward, loved 
by all, Frank Dunphy; the Second Steward, 
C. H. Stetson; the Mate, Capt. C. E. Bradstreet, 
and many a waiter who has passed nearly his 
whole life in this service. Thomas A. Rich, of 
Boston, is President, and with him are associ- 
ated Wm. H. West, of Boston ; J. B. Drake, of 
Bath; E. C. Allen, of Augusta; and Capt. Col- 
lins, as Directors; and E. L. Smith, of Gardi- 
ner, is Clerk and Treasurer. O. M. Blanchard 
is Agent at Gardiner; W. J, Tuck at Augusta; 
the veteran General Eastern Agents, Hiram Ful- 
ler, at Hallowell; John T. Robinson at Rich- 
mond ; G. C. Greenleaf at Bath ; and Charles 
H. Hyde at Boston. 



Evans Hotel, O. C Rollins, proprietor, 
Water and Church Streets, Gardiner. It has 
long been our opinion that the sei'vices rendered 
any given community by the establishment and 
maintenance of a really first-class Hotel in its 
midst, are greatly underestimated in the ma- 
jority of cases. No one who has given the 
matter any attention will deny that a liberally 
and intelligently managed Hotel will attract 
visitors to the city or town in which it may be 
located. The fact is notorious, how the class of 
people who patronize a first-class Hotel, as a 
rule have money to spend and do spend it free- 
ly, and there is not a merchant in town but 
what is benrfited more or less directly by the 
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167 



be a subject for congratulation among Gar- 1 
diner business men that the Evans Hotel j 
should be under its present management, for 
there is no denying that this is a first-class j 
house, run in a first-class manner, and the effect 
of the liberal methods pursued by its proprietor 
is plainly to be seen in the character and extent 
of the patronage received. The Evans Hotel \ 
occupies three floors of the dimensions of 40x60 ' 
feet, and is most conveniently arranged and 
*very completely fitted up. The proprietor of j 
the establishment, Mr. O. C. Rollins, was born in I 
Pittston, Me. He has made many friends since 
becoming identified with his present enterprise j 
in 1867, for he is very solicitous of the comfort 
of his guests, and spares no pains to make them i 
feel entirely at home while stopping under his \ 
roof. There are ten assistants employed, and 
prompt and polite service is guaranteed, both 
at the table (which is bountifully and tastefully 
supplied), and in all the other departments of 
the establishment. 



Richards Paper Co., Water Street, Gar- 
diner. The Manufacture of Paper forms, as 
most of our readers doubtless know, one of the 
most important of Gardiner's industries, and 
the advantages afforded by the natural facili- 
ties in and about the city were early recognized, 
as will be seen from the fact that one establish- 
ment now maintained here (that run by the 
Richards Paper Company), has been in opera- 
tion for seventy-five years. About 1835, it be- 
came known as the " Richards Paper Mill," the 
proprietors being Messrs. Richards & Hoskins, 
who were succeeded in 1858, by Richards & Co., 
and in 1884 the present company was formed, 
and assumed control. The President is Mr. J. 
F. Richards. The Treasurer and General Man- 
ager, Mr. Henry Richards, and the Superinten- 
dent Mr. A. McDermid. The entire plant in 
operation covers an area of three acres of 
ground, and includes costly and elaborate ma- 
chinery of the roost approved and efficient de- 
sign. A one hundred and fifty horse-power 
steam engine is at hand to furnish motive 
power, either in connection with or indepen- 
dent of the large water power also available, 
and employment is given to seventy-five assis- 
tants, the total daily production of the estab- 
lishment amounting to eight tons and tlie pay- 
roll footing up $2200 per month. The carrying 
on of such an enterprise cannot fail to be of 
great benefit to any community in which it may 
be located, and the citizens of (Gardiner may 
well congratulate themselves on having so 
representative an industry connected with 
their city. 



sion. This enterprise was inaugurated over a 
half-century ago, being founded by Messrs. 
Holmes & Robbins in 18.37. The present firm- 
name was adopted in 1860, and the concern is 
now made up of Messrs. P. C, G. M., and P. H. 
Holmes, the first-named gentleman being a 
native of Kingston, Mass., and the two latter of 
Gardiner. The senior partner was formerly a 
Representative in the State Legislature, and all 
the members of the firm are too well known to 
require further personal mention. About one- 
half acre of ground is occupied by the plant in 
use, there being a machine-shop two stories in 
height, a foundry, occupying one floor, and a 
pattern shop, comprising three stories. A 
twenty-five horse-power steam-engine supplies 
the motive power, and a sixty-horse boiler is 
used in connection with it, employment being 
given to about forty men. The Holmes Turbine 
Water Wheel is the most important article 
manufactured, and orders for these appliances 
come in rapidly and steadily, as the Holmes 
Wheel is known to be one of the most econom- 
ical and efficient ever produced. Accurately 
Spaced and Planed Gears are also extensively 
manufactured, as well as Shafting, Hangers, 
Bridge Trees, Pulleys, Castings, etc. General 
Mill work will receive prompt and satisfactory 
attention, and while .skilled help and the best 
of material are employed, the charges made 
will be found reasonable and just. 



The Holmes Gear Works, P. C. Holmes 
& Co., Proprietors, Manufacturers of The 
Holmes Turbine Water Wlieel. Accurately 
Spaced and Planed Gears, Shafting, Hangers 
Bridge Trees. Pulleys, General Mill Work and 
Castings, Water Street. Gardiner. We need 
not point out the establishment carried on by 
Messrs. P. C. Holmes & Co., as a representative 
one in many important respects, for the fact is 
too generally known to require further exten- 



Merchauts National Bank, 166 Water 
Street, Gardiner. It is quite unnecessary for 
us to mention in detail the reasons for the es- 
tablishment of the Merchants National Bank, 
which began operations in 1884. Suffice it to 
say that the liberal patronage accorded the 
institution has fully vindicated the judgment 
of its founders, and that no Bank in the State 
has a more prosperous future apparently as- 
sured to it. Of course a prime factor in the 
succfss of an institution of this kind is the 
establishment of confidence in its directing 
officers, and the Merchants Bank is especially 
favored in this respect, for the gentlemen iden- 
tified with its maii.igemc'ut are universally 
known in this community, and are respected as 
substantial business men, who have the best 
interests of the city at heart. The President is 
Mr. David Dennis, and the Cashier Mr. Henry 
Farrington, the Board of Directors being made 
up of the first-named gentleman, together with 
Messrs. Charles Danforth, .Joseph S. Biadstreet, 
Jason Collins, and Harvey Scribner.-Under their 
fostering care the Merchants National Bank has 
already established a prominent place for itself 
in the financial operations of this .section of 
j the State, and has proved itself to be in fact, as 
well as in name, a "Merchants" Bank. The 
j institution has a capital of $100,000, and a sur- 
plus of $5,o50, and is prepared to discount 
approved commercial paper, receive deposits, 
and in fact transact a general banking business. 
While striving to aid deserving local industries 
as much as possible, the management do not 
forget that their first and most important duty 
is to keep the Bank in a perfectly sound finan- 
cial condition, and their record so far, cer- 
tainly, shows them to be well qualified for the 
task they have undertaken. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GARDINER. 



SMITH & GAEDINER, 

MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS IN 

CARRIAGES AND SLKIGHS, 

154 Churcli Street, Gardiner, Maine. 




Smith. & Gardiner, Manutactuieis and 
Dealers in Carnages and Sleighs. Particular 
Attention paid to Ordered Work and Repairing 
done in the best manner at short notice. 152 
and 154 Church Street, Gardiner. Those of 
our readers who have read (and what New 
Englander has not?) Dr. Holmes' description of 
the building of the " wonderful one hoss shay," 
will remember how many varieties of wood 
■were named as entering into the coTistruction 
of it. Ash, oak, whitewood, hickory — all 
these and some others were combined in that 
truly "wonderful" old vehicle that was "so 
built that it couldn't break down." When it 
finally went to pieces " All at once and nothing 
first, just as bubbles do when they bust," it was 
not broken down but simply worn out, in fact, 
it came to just such an end ns its designer in- 
tended it should. Now although Carnage 
Building has not yet been reduced to such a 
science that " bi'eaking down '' is entirely done 
away with, nevertheless by the judicious selec- 
tion of materials, and the exercise of skill and 
care in putting them together, some very dura- 
ble vehicles have been produced, and those who 
want a Carriage combining eletrance of design 
with thoroughness and strength of workman- 
ship, can do no better than to place their oider 
with Messrs. Smith and Gardiner, doing business 
on Church Street. This firm begun operations 
in 1871, and their pi-oductions have for years 
been regarded as standard articles in every re- 



spect. They combine lightness with strength 
in a marked degree, and are fully warranted as 
regards perfection of workmanship and mater- 
ial. In addition to Building fine Carriages and 
Sleighs to order. This firm gives particular at- 
tention to making Express and Business Wagons 
and Pungs to order. Employing skilled work- 
men and having every facility for turning out 
first-class and durable work, it is no wonder 
that their trade constantly increases. At the 
beginning of the season, the owner of a Carriage 
or Sleigh usually finds that more or less repairs 
are necessary, either in the way of Upholstery, 
Painting or Varnishing even if nothing is 
broken. Instead of waiting until the last mo- 
ment, the far-sighted individual will send the 
vehicle to Messrs. Smith & Gardiner some time 
before it is wanted. He thus gets it out of his 
dusty barn or carriage-house, and when the 
season opens is not obliged to wait his time for 
the Carriage to be finished, as is the case when 
all come at once. Sleighs or Carriages may be 
sent in at any time for repairs, and will be 
stored free until they are wanted, ample room 
being provided for their large trade. The 
premises occupied are 42x80 feet in size and 
comprise two floors, employment being given 
to seven assistants. Repairing is extensively 
carried on, and the charges in this department, 
as well as for new work, are moderate and sat- 
isfactory. 



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169 



Oakland National Bank, Water Street, 
Gardiner. For nearly a quarter of a century 
has the Oakland National Bank been carried on 
in this city, and we question if the full magni- 
tude of the service of this institution has ren- 
dered in building up Gardiner's business inter- 
terests will ever be appreciated. From the in- 
ception of operations in 1865, the bank has 
been managed in a conservative, and yet lib- 
eral manner, and thouojh making no great pre- 
tensions, still its record is one that might well 
be envied by many a much more aggressive 
and prominent institution. There is a wide 
difference between the meaning of the words 
"prominent" and "important," although they 
are frequently used in the same sense. And 
we know that tiiose conversant with the facts 
will subscribe to our assertion that the charac- 
ter of the service rendered by the Oakland Na- 
tional Bank has been such as to make that 
institution of much more importance than 
prominence. The Bank has a capital of .$.50,000, 
surplus and other undivided profits $32,600, 
and is as sound as a rock financially, being 
most admirably prepared to maintain the hon- 
orable position it has held so long, and giving 
every promise of enjoying as bright a future as 
it has a past. The President, Mr. Joshua Gray, 
and the Cashier, Mr. S. Bowman, are well 
known and popular gentlemen, who are highly 
esteemed in Gardiner and vicinity, while the 
Directors are composed of such men as Joseph 
Perry, Myrick Hopkins, P. N. Barstow, and 
Charles Swett, in addition to Mr. Gray, the 
gentleman first mentioned. After presenting 
such a list of names, there is no need of dwell- 
ing further upon the solidity of the institution. 
Its affairs could not be in better hands, and 
success is assured under such circumstances. 



William H. Kins', Dealer in Beef. Pork, 
Lard, Hams, Butter, Cheese, Poultry, Vegeta- 
bles, Canned Goods, Tobacco, Cigars, Salt and 
Fresh Fish, Country Produce, Choice Grocer- 
ies, and Fruits of all kinds, 141 Water Street, 
Gardiner. There are certain advantages which 
householders find in trading at the establish- 
ment conducted by Mr. William H. King, at No. 
141 Water Street, which certainly go far to ex- 
plain the exceptional popularity of the house in 
question. Mr. Ring sells so large a variety of 
food-products that it is possible to purchase all 
one's supplies of him, week after week, without 
sameness and monotony. Meats, Fish, Pro- 
visions and Groceries — all these are obtaina- 
ble at his store, and that, too, at prices that 
will compare favorably with those quoted else- 
where on goods of equal merit. The premises 
utilized comprise one floor and a basement, 
and measure 2.5x60 feet. A large stock is car- 
ried, and Beef, Pork, Lard, Hams, and other 
Fresh and Cured Meats form a prominent part 
of it, while Fresh and Salt Fish are also exten- 
sively handled. Staple and Fancy Groceries, 
selected expressly for Family use, are offered at 
the lowest market rates, and Country Produce 
and Fruits of all kinds are also for sale at bot- 
tom prices. Especial attention is called to the 
Butter and Cheese handled at this establish- 
ment, for they are received direct from the best 
dairies, and are fully guaranteed. Mr. liing 
employs three efficient and polite assistants, 



and all callers are assured prompt and courte- 
ous attention. He was born in this city, and is 
a member of the Knights of Pythias. Mr. Ring 
has been identified with his present enterprise 
for about seventeen years, and well deserves 
the success he has won. 



E. E. Lewis, Architect, Water Street, Gardi- 
ner. There are few men but what make up 
their minds to build, sooner or later, for it is an 
inborn instinct in humanity to wish to own 
the roof over its head. Now a man who con- 
templates erecting a building of any great pre- 
tensions, of coui-se always employs an archi- 
tect, but it is often the case where only an or- 
dinary dwelling is to be built, that the services 
of an architect are looked upon as unnecessary, 
and will be dispensed with in order to save ex- 
pense. We believe such a course to be not only 
unwise but also un-economical, for the cost of 
drawing up the plans, etc., for an average 
dwelling-house is really very small, and the ad- 
vantages of having specificatioiis to go by are 
too numerous to allow of their being lightly set 
aside. Every man has his own ideas of how he 
wants his house built, and if a competent arcbi- 
tectjbe engaged, these ideas may be put into 
practical shape; their mistakes corrected and 
their good points taken advantage of. Some 
pains should be taken, of course, to choose an 
architect who would heartily lend his co-oper- 
ation in the attainment of satisfactory results, 
and in this connection we desire to call the at- 
tention of our readers to the record made by 
Mr. E. E. Lewis of this city. Since he began 
operations here in 1884, Mr. Lewis has shown 
himself to be a competent and original archi- 
tect, who is not above receiving suggestions 
from his customers, and has gained no^small 
degree of popularity by reason of the evident 
personal interest he takes in carrying out the 
commissions with which he is favored to the 
best advantage. His office is located at 161 Water 
St., and employment is given to two assistants, 
enabling him to produce plans, etc., at short 
notice, while his charges are, in all cases, mod- 
erate and equitable. 

Geoi-ffe Mcintosh, Photographer, Water 
Street. Gardiner. We need not describe the 
various steps by which the art of Photography 
has reached its present perfection, for our read- 
ers are of course aware that great progress has 
been made of late, as shown by the results at- 
tained by Mr. George Mcintosh, at his studio 
on Water Street, for this gentleman is an Artis- 
tic Photographer in every sense of the word, 
and the portraits produced by him will bear 
comparison with those coming from the most 
noted Boston and New York photographers. 
The premises utilized comprise a reception- 
room, of the dimensions of 20x20 feet, and 
three other apartments, having an area of 
20x40 feet, every facility being at hand for the 
convenience of patrons, and also for carrying 
on operations to the best advantage. Mr. 
Mcintosh was born in Hallo well, Me., and in- 
augurated his present enterprise in 1872. He 
has been favored with many orders, and the 
results have been so uniformly and highly sat- 
isfactory that a large and steadily growing 
business has already been established. 



170 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF HALLO WELL. 



Gardiner Beef Co., Commission Mer- 
chants in Chicago Dressed Beef, 69 Water St. 
We eastern people are apt to smile good-na- 
turedly at times at the pretentious and " big" 
assertions of our fellow-citizens of the " bound- 
less west," but nevertheless it must be confessed 
that in certain things they do indeed " beat the 
world," and one of the most important indus- 
tries in which they excel, is the raising and 
handling of Beef. Since " Chicago Pressed 
Beef" began to be known in our eastern mar- 
kets, there has been a long and bitter fight for 
the supremacy, but it is now, and has been for 
some time, settled that western beef is, on the 
whole, far superior to that of our own raising, 
and that " Chicago Dressed Beef" is as good as 



the best, and very hard to beat in any partic- 
ular. This beef is sold all over the United 
States at the present time, and in some foreign 
countries, and we have yet to learn of an 
authenticated instance where it failed to give 
satisfaction to any reasonable puichaser. Ap- 
preciating the sharp competition which they 
have to withstand, they make it a point to 
handle only such an article as cannot fail to 
please. One of the most enterprising and 
largely patronized of the many houses dealing 
in this product, is that carried on by the Gar- 
diner Beef Co., in this city, at No. 69 Water 
Street, and the volume of business done shows 
how abundantly the goods dealt in are appre- 
ciated. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



HA^LLO^W^ELL 




^FIE irony of history is well illustrated in the fortunes of the twin cities — Hal- 
lowell and Augusta. A century ago the former place seemed to have much 
the better prospects. Including all of the present territory occupied by both cities, 
it gave strong evidence of becoming the leading city of the Kennebec valley. But 
though that part of the original town set off and named Augusta, has had better 
fortunes than the rest, there is still much of great interest and historical value in the 
older city of Hallowell. The earliest settlement within the limits of old Hallowell 
was at Cushnoc, now Augusta. Here the Pilgrims built their block-house in 1629, 
and here in 1754 was Fort Western established by the Massachusetts colonists. 
Around this fort for several miles up and down, and on both sides of the river, the 
old settlement grew up until it was all incorporated, in 1771, under the name of Hal- 
lowell in honor of Benjamin Hallowell of Boston, a leading owner of real estate in 
the town. What is now the city of Hallowell was originall called " Bombahock," by 
the Indians. Among the earliest settlers at this point were Jonathan Davenport, who 
came in 1762, Samuel Bullen and Ezekiel Chase who came in 1783. When the town 
was incorporated in 1771, the settlers from this section took a leading part in the local 
government. In the following year there were nioety-six tax-payers within the limits 
of the town. The first religious meetings were held in the vicinity of Fort Western, 
and the first minister, Rev. John Allen, came in 1774. 

The growing settlement naturally took a deep interest in the symptoms of war which 
now began to manifest themselves. Being of a liberty-loving, enterprising disposi- 
tion, it immediately espoused the cause of its countrymen, regardless of evil conse- 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF HALLOWELL. 171 

quences to itself; for, although the war greatly retarded its advancement, it never 
murmured or bated a jot of its strong endeavors to promote the struggle for victory. 
A committee of safety and correspondence was formed at Hallowell, among the earli- 
est of the Revolutionary committees in the District of Maine. 

In the early part of 1775, soldiers were sent to Boston and engaged with gallantry 
in the fighting around that city. Hallowell, itself, had a glimpse of the battle-field 
and of the stern-faced men who were engaged in the struggle, when Col. Benedict 
Arnold, with his heroic and unflinching band of volunteers passed through the town 
in the fall of 1775. Quite a number enlisted for the expedition from this town, and 
but few returned from the desperate, forlorn expedition. In the year of Indepen- 
dence, 1776, this little settlement subscribed the sum of £66 to advance the cause, an 
amount which at that time and place was equivalent to many thousands of dollars 
now. A company of volunteers was also raised. 

The years of the war dragged slowly on, each one increasing the burdens on the 
people, yet evidently bringing the close and reward of the struggle nearer. The year 
1779 was remarkable for the fact that an unusually large tax was raised, amounting 
to over $12,000. In that year fifty men were sent from Hallowell to engage in the 
unsuccessful expedition against the English posts at Castine and Bagaduce; the failure 
being due to the inefficiency of the leadership, and not to the gallantry of the soldiers. 

The close of the war in 1783, not only caused great rejoicings, but also more 
practical fruit in an immediate resumption of the forward movement in size and 
wealth which the war had stopped. Business now began to expand ; new settlers 
came and laid out farms, and especially around Fort Western. Every year witnessed 
marked changes, already foreshadowing a town of considerable size and importance. 
By the beginning of the next decade, both the " Fort" and "Hook" sections of old 
Hallowell were prospering and spreading widely through the surrounding country. 
A post-office had been established in each section and at the "Hook"; besides the 
mercantile stores were several flour and saw mills, a distillery and brewery. A meet- 
ing-house had already been built and opened, and in 1791 the " Hallowell Academy" 
was incorporated by the General Court of Massachusetts. At that time it was the 
highest institution in the District of Maine, and was the best in New England, north 
of Exeter, N. H. This fact well illustrates the leading position in the State, which 
Hallowell had so early taken, and also the cultivated character of its citizens. The 
population in 1790 had risen to 119-4, and was increasing rapidly. 

The year 1797 was marked by an- event, than which hardly a more important one 
has taken place in the history of the town, namely, the separation of Augusta. This 
movement had caused much discussion for several years, the settlement at the " Fort" 
claiming a distinct name and government, and after much fighting they carried their 
point, inflicting a blow not yet overcome in the growth of the old town. After the 
separation Hallowell continued to advance, but slowly, up to the present century. 

The first decade witnessed much growth in size and wealth, though the Emgargo 
had a paralyzing effect on commerce for a time. At the beginning of the war of 1812 
considerable business interest was manifested here, but the war had a deadly effects 
and it was long before it was recovered from. Although at much personal loss and 



172' HISTORICAL SKETCH OF HALLOWELL. 

inconvenience, the people of Hallowell entered into the war of 1812 with patriotism 
and devotion. 

"The valuation of the town in 1830 was $315,000, and among its property were 
3,916 tons of shipping, which showed that the town had already gained quite a marine 
interest. The decline of this and the cotton interest injured the growth of the town 
more than any other two agents, but other openings came to help supply their loss, 
and especially the great development of the granite business. 

The Hallowell artillery, formed in 1821, was a great institution, the first, and best 
at the time in the State. Two brass six-pounders and a tunbrill formed the battery 
of this primitive organization, but it accomplished a good work, introduced a salutary 
discipline, and was a strong and healthful influence in the social and political life of 
the time and locality. Many anecdotes and reminiscences of this " ancient and hon- 
orable" body exist to the present day. 

The history of Hallowell through the middle of this century was one of slow and 
natural development, unmarked by any striking events. A great tornado in 1846 
caused a great deal of damage, but no loss of life. From 1850 on, the slavery ques- 
tion became more and more prominent and exciting, the sentiment of the town being 
strongly in favor of the abolition of slavery. When the civil war broke out a large 
number of its citizens were ready to oflfer their lives for the maintenance of the Union 
and the freedom of the slave. Considerable detachments from this town joined the 
First, Ninth, Eleventh, Thirteenth, Twenty-fourth, Twenty-eighth and Twenty-ninth 
Maine Regiments, and some soldiers from Hallowell, were in almost every regiment 
sent out by the State. Many gallant men and talented officers went from Hallowell. 

Since the war the progress at Hallowell has not been so rapid as at an earlier 
period, yet sufficiently marked to be undeniable. Among other interests the granite 
resources of the town have been admirably developed, making the name of the town 
famous in many parts of the land, for the unusual density, durability and beauty of 
the celebrated rock found here. The name of the late lamented Governor Bodwell 
naturally suggests itself in connection with this interest, which he did so much to 
develop here. The late Governor was highly hojiored at his home in Hallowell, and 
his death, while occupying his responsible position, was a sad blow to numerous friends 
and sympathizers in this city. 

The city government of Hallowell was incorporated in 1850, and has always been 
noted for the extreme care and honor with which its business has been conducted. 
All protective measures through the employment of trained and competent fire and 
police officers are carefully provided for, and every endeavor made so that an unusual 
degree of security is obtained for property and person. The sanitary standard is 
among the highest in this unusually salubrious State, and the death rate very low, 
hardly one in one hundred. A city physician is employed to exercise careful super- 
vision over every health interest of the city. The moral standard also of the town is 
of a rare and lofty type, the slow growth of the city having prevented the introduc- 
tion of influences which tend to break down the bulwarks of society. There are 
churches of almost every important denomination, which are largely attended and 
exert a wide and efficacious influence for the highest good of the citizens of the city. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



H^LTLO^WELL, 



Hallowell National Bank, Hallowell. 
The Hallowell National Bank is one of our 
city institutions, of which we may excusably 
feel a little proud, for although it may do busi- 
ness on a smaller scale than some of our other 
New England Banks, located in Boston and other 
large cities, still its record will bear compari- 
son, when the field operated is taken into consid- 
eration, with that of any enterprise in the coun- 
try of a similar nature. Business was begun 
in 1864 as the "American National Bank," and 
on the expiration of the charter in 1884, it was 
renewed, or rather re-issued, under the present 
name. Mr. John Graves, the President of the 
Bank, is a native of Kingston, N. H., while Mr. 
A. D. Knight, the Cashier, was born in Lincoln- 
ville, Me. He is judge of the municipal court, 
and is very popular with our resident business 
men, always being ready to grant any accom- 
modation permitted by his duty to the Bank. 
The^ABsistant Cashier is Mr. W. H. Perry, who 
is also widely and favorably known, and the 
Board of Directors is made up of Messrs. John 



Graves, William Wilson, B. F. Warner, and A. 
D. Knight and David Elliott. The capital stock 
amounts to $50,000, there being a surplus of 
$12,500, together with undivided profits amount- 
ing to over $5,860. No better financial condi- 
tion could be desired than this Bank exhibits. 
It pays a dividend of four per cent semi-annu- 
ally, and its deposits have largely increased, 
and it is particularly pleasant to note this fact, 
not only on account of its being a local institu- 
tion, but also because its management have al- 
ways made it a rule to assist deserving Hallo- 
well enterprises as much as possible, and the 
outcome is gratifying, insomuch as it proves 
that liberality pays, and that the confidence of 
the Bank in Hallowell's business men and busi- 
ness interests is fully justified by the facts. 
Mutual aid within reasonable limits is one of 
the essentials of success in any community, 
and it would be well if the example set by the 
Hallowell National Bank were more generally 
followed. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF HALLOWELL. 



Northern National Bank, Water Street, 
Hallowell. Me. "Brilliant" financiering is all 
very well in its way, no doubt, and " young Na- 
poleons of Wall Street," who make something 
out of nothing by the simple process of buying 
that which they have not the means to pay for, 
may be valuable men to have in the community; 
but many people are old-fashioned enough to 
think that solid merit is more to be desired than 
mere outer show, and that a successful gambler 
may make a very poor figure as a legitimate 
banker. To conduct financial operations in 
which large amounts are involved to the best 
advantage, requires a tiiorough business train- 
ing and a judicious combination of conserva- 
tism and enterprise, and in practical life no 
" nerve " or " dash," or " inspiration," can take 
the place of such qualifications. The history of 
the origin and development of the Northern 
National Bank of this city, shows that it has, 
on the whole, been exceptionably fortunate in 
its managers, and the present condition and 
future prospects of this institution, gratifying 
as they are, have been hardly worked for and 
honestly won ; not by " brilliant " methods, but 
by intelligent, honorable and progressive finan- 
ciering. The inception of this enterprise dates 
back over half a century, for the Northern 
Bank was incorporated under State laws in 183o, 
becoming a National bank in 1864. In 1884 its 
charter was renewed for another score of years, 
and none were better pleased at this than our 
resident manufacturers and merchants, for they 
have learned to appreciate the aid which this 
bank is able to offer. The President of the in- 
stitution was Justin E. Smith up to January, 
1888, when he retired on account of old age and 
ill health, when the present President, Mr. Jas. 
H. Leigh, succeeded him. Mr. Smith died in 
April, the same year. Cashier, Mr. George R. 
Smith, and the Assistant Cashier, Mr. George A. 
Safford. These gentlemen are natives of Hal- 
lowell, and require no introduction to our read- 
ers. The Board of Directors is composed of 
Messrs. James II. Leigh, Ben. Tenney, S. Tit- 
comb, C. L. Spaulding and D. P. Livermore, 
and the present financial condition of the bank 
may be judged from its having a surplus of 
$25',000, with a capital of $100,000. 



Lowell & Simmons, Dealers in Groceries, 
Meats, Vegetables, Grain, Provisions, etc., 
Perley's Block, Water Street, Hallowell. It is 
by no means an uncommon occurence for the 
inquiry to be made, " Where can I find a per- 
fectly reliable Grocery and Provision Store?" 
and as a truthful answer to this question is 
bound to prove of interest to hundreds of our 
readers, we take pleasure in calling attention 
to the establishment conducted by Messrs. 
Lowell & Simmons, located in Perley's Block, 
Water Street, for if ever an enterprise deserved 
the name of reliable, it is certainly the one 
with which they are identified. This concern 
began operations in 1817, and hence has stead- 
ily served the public for seventy-one years, and 
the record made by it during this long period, 
is one of which its present proprietors may well 
feel proud, for it affords a guarantee not only 
of their reliability but of their enterprise, and 
will bear the severest comparison with that of 



any similar house in this city. This enterprise 
was originally established in 1817, by Mr. John 
Lowell, and conducted by him until 1867, when 
Mr. Jno. H. Lowell assumed control of the 
business and continued it alone until 1882, 
when Mr. G. F. Simmons was admitted as a 
partner, since which date the firm name has 
been as at present — Lowell «fe Simmons. The 
premises occupied comprise three floors and a 
basement, each covering an area of 65x45 feet, 
and an extensile wholesale and retail business 
is done. Three experienced and polite assist- 
ants are at hand to give prompt attention to 
every caller. The stock handled is a very large 
one, and every facility is at hand for the preser- 
vation of the same in the way of immense re- 
frigerators, etc., and comprises Groceries, 
Meats, Vegetables, Provisions, Grain, etc. A 
specialty being made of Chicago Beef. Orders 
are delivered promptly and no pains spared to 
give complete satisfaction to every customer. 
Both members of the firm are natives of Hal- 
lowell and well known and highly respected 
throughout the entire community. Mr. J. H. 
Lowell has been connected with the city gov- 
ernment as Mayor, Alderman and Councilman; 
and Mr. G. F. Simmons as Alderman and Coun- 
cilman. 



S. Currier, Dealer in All Kinds of Coal, 
Wood, Hay, Flour and Feed. Agent for the 
best Fertilizers. Also connected a First-Class 
Livery Stable. North End of Water Street, 
Hallowell. An establishment that is highly 
esteemed and liberally patronized by the resi- 
dents of Hallowell and vicinity, is that carried 
on by Mr. S. Currier, at the North End of Water 
Street. Mr. Currier has been in charge of the 
enterprise in question since 187o, it having been 
started in 1845 by Mr. Samuel Johnson. Coal, 
Wood, Hay, Flour and Feed, are dealt in very 
extensively, and the most approved Ferti- 
lizers are also largely handled, Mr. Currier 
acting as agent for the manufacturers and be- 
ing in a position to sell at the very lowest rates. 
He is one of the most generally known of our 
business men, and is a member of the City 
Council. The premises utilized include one 
building containing three floors, of the dimen- 
sions of 55x45 feet, and another with two floors, 
measuring 65x70 feet, together with sheds hav- 
ing a capacity 3,000 tons of coal and 300 cords of 
wood. Both a wholesale and retail bu^iness is 
done, and orders are filled without delay and 
always at tlie very lowest market price. A 
specialty is made of supplying family trade, and 
those who purchase their Fuel or (irain uf Mr. 
Currier, may depend upon getting just what 
they pay for every time. A first-class Livery 
Stable is carried on in connection with the en- 
terprise, and stylish and speedy teams may be 
hired for any desired time at fair rates. Hacks 
and Barges will be furnished for all occasions 
at short notice, and only experienced and cour- 
teous drivers are employed. The livery accom- 
modations have proved the most popular fea- 
ture of Mr. Currier's business, and he is always 
striving to make the serviee as perfect as pos- 
sible. His horses are carefully selected and 
the vehicles are easy-riding and kept as neat as 
wax. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF HALLOWELL. 



175 



Hallowell Iron Foundry, George Ful- 
ler's Sons, Iron Founders and Machiyists, Manu- 
facturers of Iron and Brass Castings, Shafting, 
Hangers and Pulleys and General Mill Work. 
Dealers in Iron Pipe for Steam, Gas or Water. 
Steam and Gas Fittings constantly on hand, 
South End, Water Street, Hallowell. The 
Hallowell Iron Foundry may justly be regarded 
as one of the "institutions" of the city, for 
not only has it been in operation for many 
years, but its proprietors are recognized 
throughout the State as representative citizens, 
as well as enterprising business men. The un- 
dertaking had its inception just about half a 
century ago, its founder being Mr. J. P. Flagg, 
who was succeeded by Mr. W. K. Prescott. In 
1850. the firm of Prescott & Fuller was formed, 
and ten years later, Mr. George Fuller assumed 
sole control, the existing firm, name "George 
Fuller's Sons" being adopted in 1878. The 
gentlemen associated under this (style, are all 
natives of Hallowell and are all brothers, the 
firm consisting of Messrs. Geo. S., W. H. H., J. 
W., B. F.. and C. T. Fuller. It is very rarely 
that a family becomes so prominent in public 
affairs as this one has, but each member of it is 
a firm believer in Hallowell and her future, and 
is ready to do what he can at any time to ad- 
vance or protect the city's interests. Mr. Geo. 
S. Fuller has been Alderman and Mayor. Mr. 
W. H. H. Fuller has served in both branches of 
the Council, and Mr. B. F. Fuller has been a 
Common Councilman, while Mr. J. W. Fuller 
has occupied the positions, of City Clerk and 
Assessor and is now Mayor. The firm carry on 
a general business as Machinists and Founders; 
Manufacturing Iron and Brass Castings, Shaft- 
ing, Hangers and Pulleys, and attending to Mill 
Work generally. A varied assortment of pat- 
terns for Building Fronts, Columns, etc,, can be 
found at their works. Some of the most costly 
Iron Fronts in this part of the State can here be 
found. Fence and Kailingscan be manufactured 
at short notice. Iron pipe is dealt in largely, 
and Steam and Gas Fittings are kept always in 
stock. The works are located at the South 
end. Water Street, and are extensive and most 
completely fitted up, comprising various build- 
ings which are occupied as Foundries, Machine 
shops, Pattern shops etc. Employment is af- 
forded to thirty experienced men, and a spec- 
ialty is made of the production of Print Blocks 
for Oil Cloth, Paper Hangings, etc. This concern 
has unexcelled tacilities for supplying anything 
in its line, and the magnitude of the business 
done is sufficient to test these facilities severe- 
ly. Even excellence, is striven for in every de- 
partment of the works, and the productions of 
Geo. Fuller's Sons are recognized as being of 
standard quality. They are so well known and 
highly regarded that they need no encomiums 
at this late day, and we will only remark that 
the same careful supervision is exercised in 
€very department of the business as was the 
case when this house had a reputation to make, 
and with the same result — superiority and uni- 
form excellence of product. The annual output 
of this concern is of great and increasing value. 
Orders are filled with the promptness and accu- 
racy due to perfect system, and no enteprise is 
better prepared to furnish anything in this line 
at the lowest market rates. 



Fuller & Co., Hallowell, manufacturers of 
Whiting and Putty; works on Litchfield road. 
Among those common articles of commerce, 
which are by no means imposing in appearance 
and of which but little is known by the general 
public, mention should certainly be made of 
Whiting and Putty, for these are used for a 
great variety of purposes, and it is hard to see 
how they could be dispensed with in the doing 
of certain kinds of work. The manufacture of 
Whiting is a simple operation, but like many 
other simple operations, there is a right way 
and a wrong way of doing it, and the quality of 
the product may be much impaired by im- 
proper handling. The residents of Hallowell have 
an excellent opportunity to gain a practical 
knowledge of Whiting and Putty manufactur- 
ing, for the firm of Fuller & Co. carry on a well- 
equipped factory on the Litchfield road, and 
the daily product reaches a very considerable 
amount. Some idea of the extent of the busi- 
ness done may be gained from the fact that the 
average annual manufacture of whiting is eight 
hundred tons. The chalk from which this is 
made is procured from the ohallc cliffs of Eng- 
land. This is brought to New York by steamer 
or otherwise, and from there re-shipped by 
coasters to their dock in Hallowell. These 
works are run only during the spring, sum- 
mer, and early fall — generally from the middle 
of April to ihe early part of November. This 
firm, we might state, by the way, is identical 
with that of George Fuller's Sons, the sama 
gentletnen composing it, so that the ^f?*Utiwell 
Iron Foundry and the enterprise under no! 
are under the same management. We have i 
that the manufacture of Whiting is a simple 
operation, and so it is,' consisting merely of 
crushing chalk into an impalpable powder and 
then forming the same into lumps; but those 
having occasion to use Whiting for polishing or 
other purposes, will confirm our statement that 
theie is considerable difference observable in 
that oflfeied in the market, some containing a 
much greater proportion of "grit" than others, 
and consequently much more apt to scratch and 
otherwise injure smooth surfaces. The out-put 
of Fuller & Co.'s Works is of uniformly supe- 
rior quality, for great care is exercised in the 
selection of stock, and the details of pulveriz- 
ing are given close and skillful attention. As a 
consequence the demand for the product of this 
f ictory is constantly increasing, not only so far 
as the Whiting is concerned, but also in the 
case of the Putty, which is made by the mixture 
of Whiting and Linseed Oil in proper propor- 
tions, the compound being thoroughly combined 
by agitation, and so packed as to remain moist 
for along period. The firm have excellent facil- 
ities and can furnish goods at the lowest market 
rates. Several vessels are employed in the 
transportation of the product, and there is also 
a considerable amount sent to customers by 
rail. Perfect order and system are observable 
in every department of this mammoth enter- 
prise, and no pains are spared by the firm to 
keep the goods fully up to the high standard 
their patrons have been taught to expect from 
them. They are in a position to supply the 
public, either at wholesale or I'etail, at the low- 
est rates, and fill all orders promptly and ac- 
curately. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF HALLO WELL. 



Edwin H. Atkins, Boots and Shoes, Fine 
Custom Work and Repairing, Water Street, 
near Bank, Hallowell. It is said by those who 
have given the matter careful study, that there 
is not the slightest need of anybodys having 
corns or bunions, and that in the cases vphere 
such are present, it is only becaufie ill-fitting or 
badly-shaped shoes have been worn. Now, al- 
though many, and in fact most of the sufferers 
from corns, etc., will stoutly deny that they have 
ever worn shoes too small for them, still it 
should be remembered that although a shoe 
may be plenty large enough, taken as a whole, 
still it may press so hard upon a certain portion 
of the foot as to cause seiious inconvenience, 
and finally to bring about the formation of the 
painful excrescences we have previously alluded 
to. The remedy is simple. Purchase your 
boots and shoes from a house that carries so 
large and varied a stock as to enable all feet to 
be perfectly fitted, and that includes the pro- 
ductions of some of the best maker.s known. It 
is just such an assortment as this that is offered 
by Mr. Edwin H. Atkins, on Water Street, 
near Bank; and ajthough the enterprise con- 
ducted by Mr. Atkins was inaugurated only 
about 13 years ago, a very large and rapidly in- 
creasing patronage has already been attained. 
Mr. Atkins was born in Kennebunkport, Me., 
and is a member of the Odd Fellows, and very 
well and favorably known here. Realizing that 
there is a continuous demand in this vicinity for 
durable and thoroughly made foot-wear, at fair 
prices, he has endeavored to fully meet it, and 
his success is a matter of general comment. 
His store is 75x22 feet in size, and two efficient 
and polite assistants are in attendance, and all 
visitors are assured prompt and courteous at- 
tention. A specialty is made of Custom Work 
and Repairing of all Kinds. 

A. C. Harrinjftou, Dealer in Groceries and 
Provisions, Water Street, Hallowell. Included 
under the heads of Groceries and Provisions 
are such a variety of staple and indispensable 
articles that it is a matter of couise, that any 
house prominently engaged in handling them, 
must, of necessity, do an enormous business, 
and such is the case with the popular concern 
of A. C. Harrington, to a brief mention of which 
this article is devoted. The enterprise in ques- 
tion was inaugurated by its present proprietor, 
in 1878, and has "ifairly won the prosperous po- 
sition he now holds, for he has spared no pains 
to furnish his customers with just what was 
ordered by them, and has made it a point never 
to allow himself to be undersold, but to promptly 
meet all honorable competition. Mr. Harring- 
ton is a native of Topsham, Me., and ranks with 
the truly representative business men of this 
city. He has been connected with the city 
government of Hallowell as Councilman and is 
Past Master of the Masons. The business prem- 
ises occupied comprise two floors, each cover- 
ing an area of 55x;iU feet, and a large retail 
business is done, and two efficient assistants 
are employed. The store is located on Water 
Street, and the choice stock handled includes 
a complete and desirable assortment of Staple 
and family Groceries; also Fresh Provisions of 
all kinds, and those who place their orders with 
this house are assured of getting them promptly 
and satisfactorily filled. 




D. H. Jolinson, Dealer in Stoves, Ranges, 
and Furnaces, Japan, Tin and Sheet Iron Work 
and Plumbing. Sole agents for the celebrated 
Magee Furnace Go's, goods, Hallowell. It is 
said that the man who has traveled the most 
and seen much of the world is much more 
apt to be contented and settle down in one 
spot, than he who has not had his advan- 
tages; and it may also be said with per- 
fect truth, that the surest way of obtain- 
ing an article that will give enduring satis- 
faction is to visit an establishment where about 
all varieties are kept, and selecting it from 
amid an abundance. Take it for instance in 
the case of one wanting a Stove, Range or Fur- 
nace, if a call is made at the establishment of 
Mr. D. H. Johnson, and his mamouth assort- 
ment inspected, it will be strange indeed, if 
nothing can be found which will prove satisfac- 
tory, both as regards capacity and price. The 
business now conducted, by the gentleman 
above named, was inaugurated many years ago 
by Mr. James Atkins, but since 1884 Mr. Johnson 
has had sole control. He is a native of Hallo- 
well and a member of the Masons, and ranks 
with the most enterprising and highly esteemed 
of our men of business. The premises utilized 
comprise one floor of the dimensions of 50x25 
feet, and a stock is carried consisting of Stoves, 
Furnaces and Ranges. Mr. Johnson is sole 
agent for the celebrated Magee Furnace Go's., 
goods. Particular attention is paid to Japan, 
Tin and Sheet Iron work. Also Jobbing and 
Plumbing Work. All orders will be filled in the 
best manner at short notice and reasonable rates. 
Employment is given constantly to two efficient 
workmen, and anything offered for sale or 
manufactured at the establishment is guaran- 
teed to give perfect satisfaction. i 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF HALLOWELL. 



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J. Q. A. Hawes, M. D., Druggist & 
Apothecary, Hallowell. The carrving on of 
such an establishment as that conducted by J. 
Q. A. Hawes, m.p., is not a task to be assumed 
lightly by any means, for it involves great re- 
sponsibility, and the person wlio essays to fill 
the position satisfactorily, must have the assis- 
tance of a liberal education and a careful prac- 
tical training. Very few men could be found 
who are better fitted to conduct such an enter- 
prise than Dr. Hawes, for he is not only an ed- 
ucated physician and a thoroughly competent 
Druggist, but also has had abundant opportun- 
ity to put his knowledge to practical use, not 
only in civil life, but as Surgeon in the 19th 
Maine Volunteers during the Great Rebellion. 
He is a member of the Grand Army, and no 
man in this city is more generally known and 
esteemed. He has served as City Clerk and 
also as Alderman of Hallowell, and is a member 
of the School Board and also of the Grand 
Commandery of Maine, Free Masons, besides 
being a Commissioner of Pharmacy in the 
State of Maine. The enterprise with which 
Dr. Hawes is now identified was inaugurated 
in 1820 by a gentlemen named Fales who was 
succeeded in 1867 by Messrs. Warren & Hawes, 
Dr. Hawes becoming sole proprietor ten years 
later. He is a native of JiOvell, Maine, and 
handles Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, Druggists' 
Sundries etc., very extensively, employing com- 
petent and careful assistants. Dr. Hawes is 
very reasonable in his prices, particularly in 
his Prescription Department, to which especial 
attention is given. No trouble is spared in the 
compounding of such orders, and the implicit 
confidence shown by the public in Dr. Hawes 
facilities and skill, is amply justified by the 
facts. 



Day & Co., Corn, Flour, Plain and Fancy 
Groceries, Crockery, Lamp Ware, Cutlery, 
Plated Ware, &c., Water Street, Hallowell. Of 
course it would never do to pass over such an 
establishment as that carried on by Messrs. 
Day & Co., on Water Street, without mention, 
for this undertaking is in many respects a rep- 
resentative one, being of very long standing 
and being controlled by representative men. 
It was inaugurated in 1841, under the firm name 
of Day & Co., and in 184.5 the style was changed 
to F. J. Day. Ten years later, the original and 
present firm name was re-adopted, the proprie- 
tor now being Mr. C. A. Cole. This gentleman 
was born in this city and is too well-known to 
require personal comment. Mr. Cole is con- 
nected with the Masonic Order. The firm oc- 
cupy three floors of the dimensions of 32x50 
feet, and carry an immense stock of Corn, 
Flour, Staple and Fancy Groceries etc., together 
with complete assortments of Crockery, Lamp 
Ware, Cutlery, Plated- Ware etc. Employment 
is given to several efficient and courteous assis- 
tants, and customers are served with a prompt- 
ness and politeness that are as gratifying as 
they are unusual. Mr. Cole handles only relia- 
ble goods, but for all that, the prices are as low 
as the lowest and no greater bargains are ob- 
tainable anywhere. Doing a large business and 
being well-known to producers, wholesalers etc., 
the firm is enabled to purchase on the most ad- 
vantageous terms, and it is the policy of Mr. 

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i Cole to share these benefits directly with cus- 
tomers. As a consequence, the public have 
long since decided that this is a good store to 
patronize, and tliis decision is confirmed by the 
every-day experience of each customer. 



Sidney T. Preble, dealer in Fancy Goods, 
Hosiery, Corsets, Gloves, Ribbons, Ladies' Mer- 
ino and Cotton Underwear. Neck Wear and 
Laces a Specialty, Hallowell. One of tli*' most 
varied, and at the same time one of the cleanest 
stocks with which we ;ire acquainted, is that 
carried by Mr. Sidney T. Preble, of Hallowell. 
As some of our readers may not know just 
what is meant by a "clean" stock, we will ex- 
plain that when an assortment of goods is com- 
posed entirely of fresh and desirable articles 
that are reasonably sure to be in active demand, 
and contains no old-fashioned or unseasonable 
goods to amount to anything, it is technically 
called "clean." Such is the stock we have re- 
ferred to, and therefore it is but natural that it 
should meet with a ready sale, and that the es- 
tablishment in which it is found is very popu- 
lar. Mr. Preble began operations in 18S7, and 
occupies a fine store 20x8.5 feet in dimensions. 
Among the articles handled may be mentioned 
Fancy Goods, Hosiery, Corsets, Gloves, Rib- 
bons, Ladies' Merino and Cotton Underwear, 
Small Jewelry and Cutlery, a specialty being 
made of Neck Wear, and Lace, which are han- 
dled in great variety, and offered at prices much 
below those quoted at many establishments sup- 
plying no better or more fashionable goods. 
Employment is given to a sufficient force of as- 
sistants, and courteous attention is assured 
every caller. Mr. Preble is a native of Sullivan, 
Me., and highly respected in the social and bus- 
iness circles of this community, and is a mem- 
ber of Ancient Order United Workmen. 



Eagle Iron Works, McClench & Co., Pro- 
prietors, Hallowell. The ''Eagle Iron Works" 
are very extensively known throughout this 
State, and indeed it would be surprising if such 
were not the case, for they have been carried on 
for nearly half a century, having been founded 
by Mr. McClench in 1886. The present pro- 
prietors are McClench & Co., the firm being 
made up of Messrs. Geo. B. McClench and W. 
A. Winter. Mr. McClench being born in Mt. 
Vernon, Me., and Mr. Winter in Hallowell. 
Mr. McClench was alderman for two years and 
councilman for five years. Mr. Winter was 
formerly a member of the Board of Aldermen 
and Assessor, and both he and Mr. McClench 
are very generally known. The premises util- 
ized comprise a foundry, of the dimensions of 
30x80 feet, and a blacksmith shop, measuring 
25x30 feet, employment being given to ten com- 
petent assistants. Both steam and water 
power is made use of, and General Foundry 
work is done, orders being promptly filled in a 
manner only possible where ample facilities are 
combined with skill and experience. A spec- 
ialty is made of the manufacture of Oil-cloth 
Machines, and the many commissions executed 
in this line show the esteem in which the work 
done at the Eagle Iron Works is held by those 
in a position to judge intelligently. The prices 
quoted by Messrs. McClench & Co. are as low 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF HALLOWELL. 



as could be wished, for although the employ- 
ment of inferior material or of incompetent 
workmen is carefully avoided, the experience 
of years and the possession of a complete and 
effective plant put the firm iu a position to 
meet all competition and guarantee complete 
satisfaction. 

H. D. Pinkharn, dealer in Beef, Pork, 
Lamb, Mutton, Poultry, Veal, Tripe, Salt Pro- 
visions, Sausages, Country Produce, &c. ; also, 
Pruit and Vegetables in their season, No. 1 Per- 
ley Block, Water Street, Hallowell. The gen- 
tleman whose card we print above, has been 
identified with his present enterprise for very 
nearly a score of years, it having been founded 
by him in 1869. In 1S70 the firm name became 
Pinkham & Small, but in 1871 the original style 
was resumed, and Mr. Pinkham has since car- 
ried on operations alone. He is a native of 
Hallowell and was formerly a member of the 
city government, being connected with the 
Common Council. The premises occupied com- 
prise two floors and a basement, measui ing 55x 
35 feet, and being located at No. I Perley Block, 
Water Street. Beef , Pork, Lamb, Mutton, Poul- 
try, Veal, Tripe, Salt Provisions, Sausages, &c., 
are kept in stock at all times and very exten- 
sively handled; while Country Produce, Fruits 
and Vegetables are also largely dealt in. Mr. 
Pinkham employs two capable assistants, and 
makes it a point to see that his customers get 
prompt and polite attention. As for the quality 
of the goods handled, that is best attested by 
the character of the patronage, it being conced- 
ed that no similar establishment in the city 
caters to a higher class of trade. Low prices 
are quoted on everything in stock, and some of 
the choicest cuts of beef, etc.. to he found any- 
where, may be obtained at this highly popular 
store. Special pains are taken to insure accu- 
racy in the delivery of goods, and one of the 
most gratifying characteristics of the manage- 
ment is the faithfulness with which all promises 
made are lived up to. 



Alden A. Heatli, Apothecary, Water 
Street, Hallowell. As useful, and in fact indis- 
pensable, as physicians are to a community, 
they are hardly more so than are well-managed 
drug stores, for it is on them that physicians 
must depend for much of their success. Of 
course it is possible, and was once the univer- 
sal practice for the village " doctor" to supply 
his own drugs, etc., buying them at wholesale, 
and compounding the medicines himself, but 
this style of doing things had many serious 
disadvantages, not the least of which was, that 
by the time the stock on hand was exhausted, 
of any particular drug, its virtues were apt to 
be greatly impaired by age and other causes. 
But all this has j^one by in localities of any im- 
portance, and in fact it has been about fifty 
years since Hallowell was without a first-class 
Apothecary Store, as that of which Mr. Alden 
A. Heath is now the proprietor was founded as 
many years ago by Mr. Samuel Page, Mr. Heath 
having assumed full control of the business in 
1877, and has since conducted it with ever-in- 
creasing success. Tbis gentleman was born in 
Whitefleld, Me., and has been a resident and 
prominent business man of this town so long a 
time that he has become a Hallo.well man by 
adoption, at least. He is a member of the Ma- 
sons and Odd Fellows, and of course is very 
widely known, and is as highly esteemed as he 
is well known, for he has given abundant evi- 
dence in the fact that his chief aim is to serve 
the public in the best manner possible, and al- 
though his trade has long been a large one, he 
has steadily continued his efforts to please. 
The premises occupied are located on Water 
Street, covering an area of 60x30 feet, compris- 
ing a fine Drug Store, well stocked with a fresh 
and reliable assortment of Drugs, Chemicals 
and Medicines of all kinds. Also a fine assort- 
ment of everything included under the head of 
Druggists' Sundries. The public are assured 
the most reliable goods, and skilled and efficient 
service when patronizing this house. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



-OF- 



SKOWHKGAN. 




^HE oddity of its old Indiiin name has secured to Skowbegan a wider celebrity 
beyond the borders of the State than most towns of its size enjoy, but in the 
beauty of its situation, the character and refinement of its people and the solidity of 
its interests, this enterprising town is worthy of all and even more fame than it has 
received. It is situated thirty-three miles from Augusta, and can be reached directly 
by a branch of the Maine Central Railroad, of wliich it is the terminus. Sheltered 
by lovely hills, with fine water privileges, a fertile soil and salubrious climate, this 
beautiful town near tlie center of Maine is one of those delightful spots which some- 
times surprise an experienced traveler with glimpses of charms he has never seen 
before, and remain one of the most treasured of memory's bright pictures. The name 
of the toAvn was about the only thing bequeathed to it by its earliest inhabitants, 
who were quite famous for inventing odd cognomens of this character, and who seem 
to have exhausted most of their inventive talent in this way. It does not seem to 
have had the distinction, shared by most of the towns on the Kennebec River, of 
having been a national burying-ground for the untold number of ancestors of that 
powerful tribe, but rather to have been one of the earliest summer resorts of this 
Garden State. The Kennebec pronunciation of the same was "Skoohegan," and 
meant "the place to water." Hither the worthy warriors of the Kennebec tribe, with 
their families, used to come in the spring and stay till autumn, the great attraction 
being the salmon fishing which was largely indulged in. The king of fish was very 
numerous here at that time, and could be caught, by wading into the stream, in great 
numbers. This favored spot seems to have been the chief fishing resort of the Ken- 
nebec tribe, other varieties beside the salmon being very plenty. When this region 
of Maine was first settled in the latter part of the last century, the present town of 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF SKOWHEGAN. 



Skowhegan was then a part of Canaan ; the beauty of the place suggesting to the 
original Puritan settlers the thought that it was not unworthy of being associated, at 
least by name, with the promised land. Its individual history began with its separa- 
tion from Canaan and incorporation in 1823, but the first settler of Canaan, named 
Peter Hayward, had planted the little log cabin that grew into a prosperous town 




WATER STREET, SKOWHEGAN. 
near Skowhegan Falls as early as 1771. For a number of years growth wns unusu- 
ally rapid, and sufficient to allow this region to furnish about one hundred men to the 
advancing of the cause of independence during the Revolutionary War. Despite the 
set-back given by the embargo and war of 1812, the growth of the town went on 
steadily up to the time of its incorporation in 1828. The first officials of the town 
were as follows: Moderator, Joseph Patten ; Town Clerk, Samuel Weston ; Select- 
men, Benjamin Eaton, .Joseph Merrill, Samuel Weston, Josiah Parlin. When the 
town was incorpoi-ated it went by the name of Milburn, but the majority of the peo- 
ple preferred to keep the ancient name of the place, and, as is generally the case, they 
had their way, and the name was changed back again to Skowhegan. The town con- 
tains 19,071 acres of valuable territory, forming the best part of the old town of 
Canaan. Though the town pursued its unbroken path of progress quietly and stead- 
ily, it yet took a deep and hearty interest in the great questions which agitated the 
whole country from 1850 to 1860, and when the war broke out in 1861, it had many 
loyal sons ready at once to offer their lives and their fortunes for the sake of the 
country. Enlistments were made in one of the first regiments to leave the State, the 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF SKOWHEGAN. 181 

Second Maine Volunteers, Col. Jameson, from Bangor. Other Skowhegan men went 
out and performed gallant service, chiefly in the ranks of the Sixth, Ninth, Four- 
teenth, Eighteenth, Twenty-eighth and Thirty-first Regiments. Of over a hundred 
who enlisted, at least a third were tenderly and deeply mourned by those who could 
ill spare their generous, noble lives, and no fitting commemoration of their memory 
has been spared. The quarter of a century which has elapsed since the war, while 
witnessing no remarkable changes, has seen steady progress and evolution in every 
department of town life. The germs of prosperity have been carefully nurtured, and 
are springing up with promise of large harvests. The sanitary, educational, and 
religious interests have received general and careful attention. In two lines, espec- 
ially during tlie present decade, when the greatest progress has been seen, namely, 
the commercial and summer tourist interests have marked advances been made. 

Situated on an advantageous portion of the great Kennebec, the possibilities of 
develojjment of watei--|)ower at Skowhegan have long attracted the attention of care- 
ful observers, but only in recent years have they received a tithe of the improvement 
wliich they deserve. The most noted of these powers is situated at Skowhegan 
Falls. At this point there is a natural fall of twenty-eight feet in half a mile, almost 
all in perpendicular sections, and the power obtainable can be further increased by 
dams so as to be practicably unlimited. The bed and banks of the river, as well as 
an island in the center of the channel, are all of solid rock, so that admirable sites 
can be obtained, and the present " North " and " South Channel " dams are rendered 
of impregnable strength. The bulk of the manufacturing interest is situated here at 
the " Falls," and largely on the channel island, where the opportunities for an advan- 
tageous site are unsurpassed. There is another immense power lower down the 
stream, at what is known as the " Basin," and a great fortune here awaits the skilled 
eye and experienced management of some enterprising merchant who may develop 
it. There are also two other good privileges on the Wesserunsett Stream, which 
empties into the Kennebec at Skowhegan. Not only the fact that there is such a 
vast water-power here, but its situation as the natural and controling center of trade 
for all upper Somerset, and parts of Franklin and Piscataquis Counties, the great 
quantities of lumber available here, and the advantageous privileges of site and 
exemption from taxes given to manufacturers, render this a peculiarly favorable loca- 
tion for commercial enterprises. The business of Skowhegan has considerably 
increased during the present decade, and is undoubtedly destined to undergo great 
development in the not far distant future. 

Skowhegan has also enjoyed no small share of the swelling tide of summer visitors 
every year. The drives and walks through the surrounding country are unsur- 
passed, the hunting in the forests and fishing in river and lake are excellent, and the 
facilities for quiet, homelike board render the pleasant old town of Skowhegan one of 
the most satisfactory places to spend a summer vacation in the State. 



LEADIKG BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



SKO"WHEa^N, ME. 




Dr. S. F. Conant, Inventor and Proprie- 
tor of the Health Restorer and Life Preserver, 
Compound Vapor Bath, Elm Street, Skowhe- 
gan. Truly " the vporld 
moves," and the methods 
and practices of one age 
are superseded by the 
more intelligent opera- 
tions of a succeeding one. 
This is not the place (even 
if we had the requisite 
space) to enter into a dis- 
cussion of the old meth- 
ods of healing disease. 
Everybody is more or less 
familiar with their gen- 
eral principles, and everybody is aware that 
they often fail to have the desired effect. The 
propriety of filling an already weakened stom- 
ach with nauseous and sometimes poisonous 
drugs, is questioned by some of the foremost 
thinkers of the day, and the "regular" physi- 
cian who confessed that every dose of medicine 
was "a blind experiment," only voiced the 
inward conviction of many of his brother prac- 
titioners. It is generally conceded now that 
nature really effects the cure, when one is 
wrought, and that the true province of the 
physician is to use his skill to assist natui-e as 
much as possible. It is on this great princi- 
ple that the highly-valuable invention of Dr. S. 
F. Conant acts, and it was only after a most 
thorough and exhaustive study of the subject 
that the doctor brought his invention to its 
present perfection. Briefly speaking, it is an 
air-tight receptacle in which the patient is 
placed, the head alone remaining outside. 
When in this position the patient is given what 
is known as the "Compound Vapor Bath," the 
result of which is to disinfect poison and expel 
disease. In the first place let us remember that 
if our body secretes its own wastes faster than 
it excretes, it must necessarily become diseased. 
Now, then, what is to become of the body when 
thus charged, if these wastes are retained until 
they become tainted or decomposed? Disease 
in some of its forms is inevitable; and show me 
the person so scientific as to be able to inform 
us where it will manifest itself or what form it 
will take. Now Dr. Conant declares that a pure 
blooded body cannot become diseased while 
pure, or free from poisonous deposits. And 
furthermore, that upon these elements depos- 
ited, all disease, regardless of the names in- 



vented for the various symptoms, finds a basis. 
Consequently, if we would respect the demands 
of mother nature, we must take measures to 
unload the blood and tissues of these deposits, 
instead of undertaking to coerce by drugging 
the dyspeptic stomach. He is often accused of 
promising to cure everybody by the C. V. Baths; 
while the truth is he claims to cure no one. 
But whatever name is given to the disease, if 
the vital organs are not already fatally destroyed 
he declares his ability to extract all movable 
deposits, and by permeating the veinous or 
capillary system by these purifying fumes, the 
entire system is disinfected in a prompt and 
effective manner, thus inviting nature to the 
restoration of physical power. Such a thing as 
a healing remedy has not, as yet, been invented 
outside of nature; and all that any reasonable 
man can claim is to aid nature by removing the 
embargo that her work may go on unobstructed. 
No one will dispute the person who declares his 
ability to smoke a ham to the marrow in a fev^ 
hours. Then why dispute his ability to smoke 
the entire body through much quicker while he 
has the absorbents actually at work, by the 
increased circulation of the veinous blood as a 
vehicle of transportation? Were it not for this 
veinous distributor does anyone suppose that 
morphine would ever be injected through the 
skin for the purpose of bringing the system 
under its paralyzing influence? It is too def- 
initely established now for anyone to dispute 
his ability to feed the blood by this method, as 
he is armed to-day with thousands of positive 
witnesses who have dared to take his advice 
with the treatment and adhered to the work 
until the body has been unloaded of these ele- 
ments of disease. His failures have been almost 
universally from those chronic invalids who 
have been led to believe that there was no rea- 
son why they should not be cured by as few 
Baths as their neighbor had been. No one can 
tell how many loads there are to be hauled 
away, but patiently back up the little cart so 
long as there is any poisonous rubbish to load 
on, is his advice. As a matter of course there 
are cases so fatally advanced as to render it 
impossible for nature to get in her work after 
renovation. And there are other conditions 
where the patient has not vitality enough left 
to go on with the work; but in each and every 
case injury is out of the question, and he hereby 
challenges any practitioner, by any method, to 
compare with his average, even with the most 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SKOW BEGAN. 



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chronic invalids who are entire strangers to 
him, but have followed bis advice with his 
method in their homes. He cordially invites 
all who are suffering from disease in any of its 
forms, to investigate the results of this principle 
in their own behalf. We might enter into elab- 
orate explanations, showing that the thing is 
possible; that through the numberless pores of 
the skin, action and re-action can take place, — 
disease going out and health and life coming in, 
— but for what purpose? No more convincing 
proof can be asked by the most skeptical than 
that many serious symptoms of disease have 
been cured in this way, and this fact can be 
easily verified by proper inquiries. Dr. Conant 
calls the Compound Vapor Bath a " Health Re- 
storer and Life Preserver," and it certainly de- 
serves its name. He is a native of Topsham, 
Maine, and a member of the Odd Fellows, be- 
ing one of the best-known residents of Skow- 
began. His rooms are located on Elm Street, 
four apartments being utilized and every neces- 
sary facility provided. Callers will receive 
polite and considerate treatment, and all de- 
sired information will be cheerfully given. 

E. F. Fairbrotber & Co., Wholesale 
and Retail Dealers in Furniture, Carpets, Bed- 
ding, etc., Nos. 05 and (57 Water Street, Skow 
began. There is many a home in Skowhegan 
and vicinity that is wholly or partially furnished 
from the establishment of E. F. Fairbrotber & 
Co., and the fact that this is the case, and that 
those who have patronized this concern in the 
past are most enthusiastic in its praise at the 
present, speaks louder and more eloquently 
than words can, regarding the resources of the 
house and the treatment accorded cu.stomers. 
Business was begun in 1877 by Mr. E. F. Fair- 
brother, who afterward took Mr. Geo. C. Fair- 
brother into partnership, under the firm-name 
of E. F. Fairbrotber & Co. This association 
continued until terminated by the death of the 
junior partner in July, 1887, and Mr. E. F. Fair- 
brother has since retained sole control. He is 
a native of Skowhegan, and few of our busi- 
ness men are better known, none being more 
thoroughly respected. Mr. Fairbrotber is very 
upright in his dealings, rejecting even the ap- 
pearance of anything wrong, and the public 
have long since learned that all goods coming 
from his store are sure to prove as represented 
every time. His experience of ten years, from 
1867 to 1877, in the Wholesale Furniture busi- 
ness in Boston, has been of great advantage to 
him in buying goods, and in many other ways. 
The premises occupied comprise four floors, 
measuring 30x122 feet, and contain a very heavy 
and valuable stock of Furniture, Carpets, Bed- 
ding, etc. They are located at Nos, 65 and 67 
Water Street, and are well worthy of a visit 
from any one who contemplates buying any- 
thing in the House-furnisbing line. The as- 
sortment contains the most fashionable novel- 
ties as well as staple goods, and is fresh and de- 
sirable in quality, as Mr. Fairbrotber does not 
believe in letting his stock mold on his hands, 
and puts his prices at such figures that a brisk 
business is always carried on. Both a whole- 
sale and retail trade is transacted, and employ- 
ment is given to four competent and polite as- 
sistants. Orders will be promptly delivered, and 
the goods are sure to suit the most fastidious. 



Weston & Brainard, Manufacturers of 
Hard and Soft Wood Lumber, Island Avenue, 
Skowhegan. There are few houses engaged in 
a similar line of business, and located in this 
State, that are in a position to fill orders more 
promptly and satisfactorily than that carried 
on by Messrs. Weston & Brainard, on Island 
Avenue. Lumber has been manufactured on 
this water power for nearly one hundred years, 
but not till 1880, when the present firm was 
formed, had it been attempted on a large scale. 
Mr. Weston is a native of Skowhegan, while 
Mr. Brainard was born in Columbia, Cal., this 
latter gentleman being connected with the Odd 
! Fellows. Both members of the firm are thor- 
oughly acquainted with the Lumber business, 
and not a small part of the efficiency of their 
mills is due to the close personal supervision 
constantly exercised. The manufacture of 
Hard and Soft Wood Lumber is carried on very 
extensively, the plant covering an area of three 
acres of ground, and comprising three build- 
ings beside numerous storage-sheds, etc. Both 
a wholesale and retail business is done, em- 
ployment being afforded to fifty men or more, 
and the most improved labor-saving machinery 
utilized. The past year machinery for baling 
sawdust and other waste material has been put 
in. This, while quite a departure from ordi- 
nary saw mill methods, promises to prove a 
successful venture. All orders are filled at the 
lowest market rates, and large or small commis- 
sions are executed with equal promptness and 
care. 

Dr. H. Leavitt & Son. Dentists, Water 
Street, Skowhegan. Undoubtedly the best way 
to preserve the teeth is to take proper care of 
them in the first place, but as unfortunately 
most of us have so abused our teeth when 
young as to cause them to show unmistakable 
symptoms of decay by the time that we have 
arrived at years of discretion, it becomes neces- 
sary to call in skillful professional aid, in order 
to prevent matters becoming any worse. It is 
well for the community that there are many 
competent Dentists ready to undertake the care 
of the teeth at moderate charges, but it is very 
bad for the commnnity that there are a few 
ignorant and dishunrst practitioners, who pro- 
fess to be masters ol the science of Dentistry, 
but who are unfit to treat anything more deli- 
cate than the teeth of a saw. Be sure therefore 
that you visit a competent operator, and if you 
decide to avail yourself of the accommodations 
offered by Dr. H. Leavitt & Son, doing business 
on Water Street, you may congratulate yourself 
on having escaped all danger of receiving any 
but the most skillful and honorable treatment. 
The senior member, Dr. H. Leavitt, is a native 
of Athens, Me., and is a member of the Free 
Masons, and Frank A. Is a native of Dover, 
Me. Dr. H. Leavitt opened his present ofiice 
here in 1867. The premises occupied are con- 
veniently situated and appropriately fitted up, 
comprising two rooms, of the dimensions of 
20x30 feet. Drs. Leavitt are prepared to fill all 
orders in the line ot operative dentistry, and 
the work they have done in the past speaks 
better than words could, concerning what may 
be expected in the future. Their charges are 
fair and moderate, and callers mil receive 
prompt attention. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SKOWHEGAN. 



Estes & Ward, Clothing, Hats and Caps, 
Water Street, Skowhegan. There are two ways 
of finding out anything. One is by persistent 
inquiry, and the other by carefnl observation. 
For example, suppose a stranger in Skowhegan 
should want to know where he could buy a suit 
of Clothes, a Hat, Underwear — in short, a whole 
outfit — to the best advantage. Well, he might 
go about asking those whom he thought would 
be able to tell him, or he might observe what 
establishments offered the most attractions and 
seemed to be doing the largest business, but in 
either case he would probably find himself at 
the end of his investigations in the store carried 
on by Messrs. Estes and Ward, on Water Street. 
The senior member started in 1861 ; this firm has 
been in operation since 1888, but they have the 
facility of "getting there" very strongly devel- 
oped, and offer advantages that many a much 
older house cannot equal. Mr. Estes is a native 
of Durham, Me., and Mr. Ward of Skowhegan. 
Both partners are personally well known here, 
both in a business way and socially. The prem- 
ises utilized, comprise one floor and a basement' 
of the dimensions of 20x100 feet, and as fine a 
stock of Ready-Made Clothing, Hats and Caps, 
Men's P'urnishings, etc., is carried as can be 
found in this section of the State. Three effi- 
cient and courteous assistants are employed and 
customers are waited upon with celerity and 
politeness. "Call once and you'll call again," 
is a safe thing to say when talking about this 
establishment, for it is the almost invariable 
rule with those who give Messrs. Estes & VVard 
a trial order. Prices are very low and only reli- 
able goods are handled. 



White & Wildes, Dealers in Dry Goods, 
Water Street, Skowhegan. The feminine pas- 
sion for shopping is often made sport of by the 
lords of creation ; but if every store were con- 
ducted on the same principles that are notice- 
able in that carried on by Messrs. White & 
Wildes on Water Street, there would certainly 
be no need of offering any explanation of a 
fondness to visit them. The establishment to 
which we refer was opened in 1879, and few, if 
any, of our local business enterprises, have 
become so firmly implanted in the favor of the 
public, during the past ten years. Both mem- 
bers of the firm were born here, and both are 
thoroughly familiar with the details of their 
business, and are determined to carry their 
store as near to perfection as circumstances 
will allow. The premises in use comprise one 
floor and a basement, and are of the dimen- 
sions of 22x125 feet. Both a wholesale and 
retail business is done, and employment is 
given to twenty assistants, orders being filled 
without delay and with the most gratifying 
care. Tiie assortment of Foreign and Domestic 
Dry Goods carried is very complete, for it in- 
cludes all the latest and most popular novelties 
as well as full lines of those standard goods 
that are always in request. Trimmings, Laces, 
Embroiderie.s and Notions, are also largely 
handled, and the prices quoted in every de- 
partment are such as to make it well worth 
one's wliile t > pay this store a visit. Dress- 
making is extensively carried on, and no better 
work is dcme in this section of the State. The 
facilities at hand are excellent, and complete 
satisfaction is assured. 



Bixby & Buck, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Books, Stationery, Wall Papers and 
Fancy Goods, 78 Water and 30 Russell Streets, 
Skowhegan. It would certainly be an unpar- 
donable omission did we fail to make mention 
of the enterprise carried on by Messrs. Bixby 
& Buck, at 78 Water and 30 Russell Streets, for 
this is a representative house of its kind, and 
ranks with the most prominent in this section 
of the State. Operations were begun in 1865, 
under the existing firm name, the partners 
being Mr. A. R. Bixby, a native of Norridge- 
wock, and Mr. F. R. Buck, who was born in 
Bucksport. This latter gentleman is connected 
with the Odd Fellows and both are members of 
the Free Masons. A large wholesale and retail 
business is done, and Drugs, Books, Stationery, 
Paper Hangings, Picture Frames and Fancy 
Goods are extensively handled. The premises 
utilized comprise two floors and a basement, 
measuring 20x100 feet, together with a store- 
house of ample proportions. Where so varied 
a supply of articles is carried, it is impossible 
in a notice so brief as the exigencies of space re- 
quire this to be, to make proper detailed men- 
tion of the many commodities contained within 
it; but it may be broadly stated, that whatever 
the firm of Bixby & Buck offer to their custom- 
ers, is sure to be reliable, and fully worth the 
price set upon it. Their stock of Drugs is 
noted for its freshness and purity, and not a 
few people make it a rule'to have all their pre- 
scriptions prepared at this establishment. The 
Books handled are varied in binding as well as 
in subject, and not only is a fine assortment of 
the most popular works carried, but orders will 
be taken for any desired book, the volume be- 
ing supplied at the regular market price. Some 
beautiful patterns are shown in Wall Papers 
and Picture Frames, and choice designs are also 
offered at low rates. 



A. A. Pierce, Dealer in Meat. Fish and 
Vegetables, Skowhegan. Many a housekeeper 
is looking for just such an establishment as 
that carried on by Mr. A. A. Pierce, on Water 
Street, and we take pleasure in commending 
this enterprise to such inquirers, for we know 
that Mr. Pierce's methods are bound to please, 
and we know that those who have business 
dealings with him are outspoken in their ap- 
proval of the accommodations he offers. Oper- 
ations were begun in 1886, and the trade has 
since been steadily increasing. Mr. Pierce is a 
native of Portland, and a member of the 
Knights of Pythias, and has a large circle of 
friends in this vicinity. The premises utilized 
are of the dimensions of 20x40 feet, and the 
stock on hand is not only large but unusually 
varied as well, as it includes Meats. Fish and 
Vegetables. It will be seen that the greater 
part of the household food supply may be ob- 
tained of Mr. Pierce, and as his prices are all 
that could be reasonably desired as regards 
fairness, etc., it is well worth while giving him 
a call. The Meats on hand comprise Beef, 
Mutton, Veal, Lamb, Pork, etc., and either 
Choice Cuts or Soup Stock are to be had at all 
times. The Fish handled are various in kind 
and fresh in quality, while the Vegetables, 
received direct from the producers, are quoted 
at prices as low as the lowest. 



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E. E. Sturtevant, Portrait and Crayon 
Artist. Life-size prayon Purimiis a, specialty. 
Studio, Madison Street, Skowhen^an. We take 
great pleasure in callinfj attention to tlie facili- 
ties provided by Mr. E. E. Sturtevant for those 
who wish to obtain accurate and artistic por- 
traits, for a really first-class portrait is a treas- 
ure that improves with age, and will be cher- 
ished long after other things would be cast aside 
and forgotten. The ordinary piiotograph is 
very unsatisfactory to those who are acquainted 
with what has been accomplished in the pho- 
tographic line, for the common photograph does 
not give one the real expression of the face it 
purports to represent, although it may be a 
"striking" likeness for all that. Mr. Sturte- 
vant is wonderfully successful in the posing of 
his sitters, and as all his work is very carefully 
finished, one may visit more than one of the 
celebrated Boston and Vew York studios before 
obtaining equally gratifying results. This we 
know from personal experience, and to all who 
wish to get portraits ol real interest and value, 
we would say, ''Go to Sturtevant's." Mr. 
Sturtevant is a native of Milo, Me., and is con- 
nected with both the Free Masons and the Odd 
Fellows. He began operations here in 1882, and 
has built up a large and increasing patronage 
by strictly legitimate methods. The premises 
occupied comprise three apartments of the 
dimensions of ;;0x40 feet. A specialty is made 
of Life-size Crayon Portraits, and those who 
know what wonderfully life-like results have 
been attained by Mr. Sturtevant, will not be 
surprised to learn that this is one of the most 
popular branches of his profession. His prices 
are moderate, and all should visit his studio. 



Mrs. B. K. Flag-ff, Millinery and Fancy 
Goods, Madison Street, Skowhegan. An es- 
tablishment which deserves special and flatter- 
ing mention, is that carried on by Mrs. B. R. 
Flagg, on Madison Street. It is deserving of 
this treatment on many accounts, among which 
may be noted the fact of its long-standing, for 
it was founded over a quarter of a century ago, 
operations having been begun in 186't. " Mrs. 
Flagg is a native of Newcastle, Me., and few 
ladies of this place are better-known or more 
generally esteemed. Her store has long been 
a favorite resort with those seeking Millinery 
and .Fancy Goods that could be depended 
upon, and the enterprise shown in obtaining 
the latest novelties in these lines, is fully noted 
and cordially appreciated by the public. The 
store is 20x3U feet in size, and the stock on hand 
is worthy of much more than a passing glance. 
Mrs. Flagg's exceptional experience, combined 
with natural good taste, enable her to offer 
valuable advice in regard to the selection of 
Millinery Goods, etc., and she is ever ready to 
offer suggestions lo such as may d&sire a little 
help in determining what is best suited to them. 
Custom Work is attended to at short notice 
and low rates, and Millinery Goods of all kinds 
are at hand for customers to choose from. 



W. H. Fuller, Druggist and Apothecary, 
23 Madison Street, Skowhegan. We doubt if 
we could name a single enterprise in Skowhe- 
gan that is more generally or favorably known, 
than that conducted by Mr. W. H. Fuller, at 
No. 23 Madison Street, nor is there any reason 
for surprise that this should be so. The enter- 
prise in question was inaugurated very nearly 
thirty years ago, having had its inception in 
18.59, and during all this time has been a great 
public accommodation, so that its popularity is 
perfectly natural. Mr. Fuller is a native of 
Keadfield, and is personally very extensively 
known throughout Somerset Co. The premises 
utilized by him measure 20x50 feet, and the 
stock on hand comprises Drugs, Medicines, 
Chemicals, etc., in great variety, a full assort- 
ment of fine Toilet Goods, etc., being also at 
hand, and the fitting of Trusses a specialty. 
Employment is given to two assistants, who 
w'ill be found courteous and careful in their 
filling of orders, and the means at hand for the 
quick and accurate preparation of physicians' 
prescriptions are believed to be as complete 
and as well advised as any to be found in this 
section. A specialty is made of this branch of 
the business, and no pains are spared to insure 
satisfaction to every customer. The charges 
are reasonable and right, and so numerous and 
well considered are the precautions taken 
against error, that it is apparently impossible 
for any serious mistake to go undetected. 



Thompson & Howes, Dealers in Fresh 
Meats, Fish and Vegetables. South Side 
Market. The "South Side Market" has "got on 
the right side" of many of our most experienced 
householders, for the inducements offered to 
customers are hard to resist, and the quality of 
the goods handled is always first-class. One 
thing that strikes a stranger doing business 
with this house for the first time, is the chree- 
fulness and alacrity with which he is waited 
upon. Nothing is more exasperating than to 
go into a store and have to wait around until 
some one sees fit to attend to you, and yet this 
experience is the rule rather than the excep- 
tion in some establishments that could be 
named. The proprietors of the South Side 
Market— Messrs. Thompson & Howes— don't do 
business that way, and callers at their store 
may feel assured of being served at the earliest 
possible moment. The result of this and other 
popular features of the management, is to be 
seen in the large business that has been built 
up since operations were begun in 1886. The 
premises occupied are 20x40 feet in size and the 
assortment of goods on hand comprises Fresh 
Meats, Fish and Vegetables, in great variety. 
Employment is given to two efficient and polite 
assistants, and as no pains are spared to facili- 
tate operations as much as possible, and the 
system of delivery is prompt and accurate, a 
good deal of business is done with very little 
fuss and trouble. The firm consists of Mr. 
Frank Thompson and Mr. Fred Howes, both 
being natives of Skowhegan, and the latter a 
member of the Odd Fellows. The firm is a 
popular one, and its members give close per- 
sonal attention to business. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SKOWHEGAN. 



R, T. Patten, Reo^istered Pharmacist, 43 
Water Street, Skowhegan. One generally feels 
considerable hesitation in giving advice as to 
what physician shall be consulted, or at what 
Pharmacy prescriptions shall be compounded, 
for the consequences of advising wrongly in 
either case are too grave to be lightly assumed. 
Still we feel perfectly sure that all who may 
patronize the establishment conducted by Mr. 
K. T. Patten, at No. 4.3 Water Street, will have 
no reason to regret having done so, for we know 
that the stock of Drugs, Medicines and Chemi- 
cals there carried is full and complete, and we 
also know that Mr. Patten may be depended 
upon to compound every prescription with 
which he is intrusted with care. He is a Skow- 
hegan young man, and is connected with the 
Masons, is a prominent officer in the Wheel 
Club and Athletic Association, and is the cham- 
pion bicyclist of Maine, and opened his present 
store in 1887. He is always ready to aid the fur- 
therance of business or pleasure. The premises 
occupied are of the dimensions of 20x50 feet, 
and are well arranged and fitted up for the pur- 
poses for which they are used. Mr. Patten en- 
deavors to handle only Pure and Fresh Drugs, 
etc., and secures that end so far as possible by 
procuring his supplies from the most reputable 
sources, and manufacturing most of his prepar- 
ations from the crude drugs. He is very mod- 
erate in his charges, and employs sufficient 
assistance to enable him to fill all orders with- 
out undue delay. 



H. V>. Patterson & Co., Fancy Grocery, 
Tea and Coffee Store, 14:3 Water Street, Skow- 
hegan. An establisliment that has come to the 
front rapidly since it was opened in 1886, is 
that carried on by Messrs. H. D. Patterson & 
Co., at No. 143 Water Street. Thie Arm is what 
is known in some parts of the country as a 
"hustler," and when it sets out to accomplish a 
thing, it takes no half-way measures, but just 
works for all it is worth, until the desired end 
is attained. When the business was started it 
was with the idea that there was room here for 
a first-class Fancy Grocery and Tea and Coffee 
store, and the result has proved that this idea 
was entirely correct. The firm are jobbers of 
Teas, CoflFees and Flour, and run tvro large 
stores, giving their retail customers the full ad- 
vantage of dealing with a house that does busi- 
ness on a large scale, and gets coriesponding 
reductions in rates. Mr. Patterson is a native 
of Belfast, Me., and is very thoroughly ac- 
quainted with the Grocery business, both in its 
wholesale and retail forms. He is a fine judge 
of Teas and Coffees, and the goods offered by 
the firm are remarkable for their rich and deli- 
cious flavor no less than for the low prices at 
which they are quoted. The premises utilized 
comprise two floors, measuring 20x100 feet, and 
we can assure our readers that none of this 
large amount of space is wasted, for the im- 
mense stock carried occupies all the available 
room. Those doing business here may depend 
upon being treated with courtesy, and above 
all, with that fairness and liberality that distin- 
guish an honorable house from one that is of 
the opposite character. 



N. S. Hawkes, Photographer. Water St., 
Skowhegan. Few people, aside from those con- 
nected with the profession, have any idea of 
the number of things that must be attended to 
in order to produce a good photographic like- 
ness, and if more were generally known re- 
garding the difficulties that must be met and 
overcome, there would be much less surprise 
expressed at the rarity witTi which a really 
good photograph is met with. Among the best- 
equipped artists in this line that we know of 
in this section, is Mr. N. S. Hawkes, whose 
studio is located on Water Street, over Skow- 
hegan Market. Mr. Hawkes was born in Au- 
burn, and began operations here in 1885. Three 
apartments are occupied and every attention is 
paid to the comfort and convenience of patrons, 
prompt attention being given to every caller 
and every needful facility being at hand to en- 
able orders to be filled at short notice, in an 
eminently first-class manner. The work done 
at this studio is very carefully finished, and es- 
pecial attention is given to securing a perfect 
likeness, and at the same time preserving that 
softness of outline so indispensable to a really 
ai t i-^ t ic picture. Mr. Hawkes is remarkably lov? 
in lii& prices and is straightforward and cour- 
teous in his dealings, so that it is a pleasure to 
do business with him. He is a member of the 
Grand Army and has a war record of excep- 
tional interest, as he took part in some of the 
most famous engagements of the Rebellion; 
among these were: Second Bull Run. Gettys- 
burgh, Fredericksburgh, etc., and while a pris- 
oner in the hands of the enemy, Mr. Hawkes 
saw the inside of Andersonville and Richmond. 



E. B. Carter, Custom-Made Clothing, 
Water Street, Skowhegan. There are certain 
subjects which every man feels an interest in 
as a matter of course, and one of the foremost 
of these is that pertaining to Clothing, and how 
to buy it to the best advantage. It is unneces- 
sary here to point out the advantages of being 
well-dressed. Every thinking person is aware 
that, — other things being equal, — a well- 
dressed man will meet with better treatment, 
make a more favorable impression, be able to 
transact business to better advantage, and in 
short be supeiior in about every respect to a 
man who is handicapped by shabby garments. 
Therefore we will only say, that none but the 
rich can afford to dress poorly, and even then 
they lose more than they gain by so doing. A 
call at the establishment of Mr. E. B. Carter, on 
Water Street, will convince the most bbdui-ate 
that dressing well need not necessarily cost a 
great deal of money, for Mr. Carter produces 
Custom-Made Clothing at remarkably low 
prices, and he guarantees fit, goods and making 
to be what they really are — first-class. This 
establishment was opened in 1885, and it is a 
great favorite with those aware of its merits, for 
at few places can so liberal a return be obtained 
for every dollar expended. Premises measur- 
ing 20x40 feet are occupied, and employment 
given to from 8 to 15 assistants. Mr. Carter 
carries a fine assortment of Foreign and Do- 
mestic Fabrics to select from, and makes up 
garments in the very latest style at short no- 
tice. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SKOWHEGAN. 



187 



Heselton Bros. & Co., Dealers in Fancy 
Dry Goods, Corsets, Ladies' Underwear, Linen 
Goods, etc. ; 5 and 10 Cent Goods a specialty, 
137 Water Street. Skowhegan. There is not a 
doubt but that many of our lady readers, resid- 
ing in Skowhegan, know much more about the 
establishment carried on by Messrs. Heselton 
Brothers & Co., than we do, for the character of 
the goods by this firm is such as to appeal 
directly to feminine trade, and as the enterprise 
has been in operation since 1881, abundant op- 
portunity has been afforded to judge of the bus- 
iness methods of the concern and the extent to 
which it is entitled to the patronage of the 
public. That those most familiar with the en- 
terprise fully share our opinion concerning it, 
we know, for otherwise no such extensive bus- 
iness could be cari'ied on as is now the case. 
Fancy Dry Goods, Corsets, Ladies' Underwear, 
Linen Goods, Hosiery, Laces, Ribbons, etc., are 
some of the more prominent articles handled ; 
and extensive dealings are also had in .5, 10 and 
25 Cent Goods, these being made a specialty and 
given particular attention. The premises occu- 
pied are located at No. 137 Water Street, and 
are of the dimensions of 40x75 feet, with plate 
glass front. The store is one of the best arranged 
for the business carried on by this firm of any 
to be found on the Kennebec river. Ladies ac- 
customed to trade here speak in the highest 
terms of the celerity and willingness shown in 
serving them. The prices will bear comparison 
with those quoted at any similar store, quality 
considered, and goods are never misrepresented 
in the least degree. M. B. Heselton, senior 
member of this firm, is a member of Carrabasset 
Lodge, No. 34, 1. O. O. F., of Parmenas Encamp- 
ment, No. 18, L O. O. F.; also of the Grand 
Lodge and Grand Encampment, L O. O. F. of 
Maine, and D. D. Grand Patriarch of the 14th 
District of Maine. He has held the office of 
Scribe of the Encampment for six terms. 



H. W. Clianey, Carpenter and Builder, 
Russell Street. Skowhegan. It would be an ex- 
cellent thing if every man could own the house 
he lives in, and it is to be regretted that so 
many who could have homes of their own if 
they chose, are content to live in hired houses, 
and every ten years or so pay the price of a build- 
ing for the mere privilege of occupying one. 
The cost of a comfortable and convenient dwell- 
ing-house is considerably less than what many 
people think, for although it is of course easy 
to spend $10,000 on an edifice of this kind, stiil 
one-tenth of that sum will build a cozy and 
comfortable home. Should you feel disposed 
to question our figures, or if you are interested 
in the .subject, and disposed to learn more re- 
garding it, just call on Mr. H. W. Chaney, doing 
business on Russell Street. He is a native of 
Skowhegan. and has carried on operations here 
since 1884, and as a carpenter and builder ranks 
with the foremost in this vicinity. Mr. Chaney 
thoroughly understands his business, and 
always having the interests of his patrons at 
heart, can offer some valuable suggestions to 
intending builders. He occupies two floors, 
measuring 20x30 feet, and employs six compe- 
tent and experienced assistants. Estimates 
will be furnished on application, and every 



facility afibrded for the ready and satisfactory 
dispatch of business. Jobbing orders are also 
given prompt attention, and Repairing will be 
attended to without delay and at moderate 
rates. 



Dorau Furnace (/Oiupany, Madison St., 
Skowhegan. The question whether Stoves or 
Furnaces afford the best means of heating a 
house, is to bH decided entirely by a considera- 
tion of the circumstances in the case; but it 
may be truthfully said that very few people 
who have once experienced the conveniences of 
a Furnace, are content to go back to Stoves 
again. By the use of the Doran Wood Furnace, 




those living where wood is plenty, can get any 
required amount of heat at a very small ex- 
pense, either of time or money, for this Furnace 
is very economical of fuel, and is simple in con- 
struction and most effective in action, requiring 
very little care. The patentee, Mr. W. Doran, 
is a native of Augusta, and a member of the 
Free Masons. He carries on business on Madi- 
son Street, and deals in Furnaces, Stoves, Tin 
Ware, Plumbing M;iterials, etc. Business was 
begun in 1850, this establishment having been 
for years one of Skowhegan's representative 
business-houses. The premises utilized com- 
prise two floors and a basement, and measure 
30x80 feet. Both a wholesale and retail trade 
is carried on, and the advantages enjoyed are 
such that bottom prices are quoted on all the 
goods handled. .Jobbing orders are given im- 
mediate and pains^taking attention, and Plumb- 
ing of all kinds will be done in the most thor- 
ough and satisfactory manner, at low prices. 
Mr. Doran employs four competent assistants, 
and guarantees that every article bought of him 
shall prove as represented. Callers are assured 
courteous attention, and the establishment fully 
deserve its unquestionable popularity. 



188 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SKOWEEGAN. 




P Hotel Heselton, Bathroom and Billiard 
I Hall, Livery and Sale Stable connected. Head- 
quarters for the Forks, Athens, Canaan and 
Mercer Stages, F. B. Heselton, proprietor. 
Water Street, Skowhegan. The man who 
can put up at the " Heselton," partake of 
its accommodations, experience its hospital- 
ity, and then tjo away unsatisfied, is to be 
pitied, for he will find it impossible to get 
suited anywhere. This probably seems a some- 
what strong statement to those unacquainted 
■with the hotel to which we refer, but we have 
no fear but what those in a position to speak 
from experience will be ' pr-ictically unanimous 
in indorsing what we have said. The Hotel 
Heselton was built in 18S1, has been newly 
furnished throughout, and has every " modern 
convenience," in the full sense of that much- 
abused term. It is heated by steam and lighted 
by electricity, and is so constructed and ar- 
ranged as to provide for an abundance of fresh, 
pure air in summer time. The building is of 
very pleasing design, and contains four fioors, 
there being seventv-five guest-rooms. A thor- 
oughly appointed Bath-room and Billiard Hall 
are to be found on the premises, and the Livery 
and Sale Stable connected with the House is 
first-class in every respect, and fully deserving 
of the liberal patronage it receives. Teams 
being furnished at all hours at very moderate 
rates. This Hotel is the Headquarters for the 
Forks, Athens, Canaan and Mercer Stages, and 
is one of the most papular in the entire State, 
■with travelers who have exj^erienced its accom- 
modations. Mr. Heselton, the genial proprie- 
tor, is a native of Skowhegan. and a member of 
the Odd Fellows. One of the most popular 
features of his management of the House is 
that connected with the character of the cui- 
sine, for the table is supplied with the best that 
the market Rifords. and a pleasing variety is 
practiced in the Bill of Fare. Employment is 



given to twenty-five efficient assistants, and the 
service is prompt, polite, and in short such as 
would be expected in so well-managed an insti- 
tution. 

R. S. Hillmaii, Wholesale and Retail Dealer 
in Tea, Coffee and Spices. Also Dealer in 5, 10 
and 25-cent Goods, Peddlers' Supplies. Glass, 
Tin, Crockery Ware and Notions. No. 39 Water 
Street, Sk'iwhegan. Tea, Coffee and Spices are 
articles that are sold at almost innumerable 
stores; but for all that it is by no means easy 
to find a place where fine quality is combined 
with low price. In some establishments, doing 
a small trade in this line, the goods themselves 
are all right when first placed in stock, but they 
are disposed of so slowly that they become de- 
teriorated by age and are then distinctly in- 
ferior to what they should be. Therefore, it is 
well to buy such articles of a dealer making a 
specialty of handling them, and we know of 
none more worthy of patronage than Mr. R. S. 
Hillman, whose store may be found at No. .S9 
Water Street. This gentleman was born in 
Troy. Me., and is connected with both the Free 
Masons and the Odd Fellows. He founded the 
establishment to which we have reference in 
188.5, and the extent of his present trade is suf- 
ficient indication of how the inducements he 
has to offer are appreciated. One floor and a 
storehouse are occupied and a large stock is 
carried, which is as varied as it is large, for it 
comprises (besides Tea, Coffee and Spices), 5, 
10 and 2.5-cent Goods, Peddlei's' Supplies. Glass, 
Tin, Crockery Ware and Notions, etc., etc. 
Employment is given to four competent and 
obliging assistants, and no pains are spared to 
please and satisfy every customer, the goods 
being reliable and the prices low. Mr. Hillman 
also handles Old Junk and Paper Stock, and, in 
fact, is one of the busiest men to be found in 
this locality. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SKOWHEGAN. 



18& 



Mrs. H. H. Big-elow, Millinery, Madison 
Street, Skowhegan. Just what tbat quality is 
that enables the person possessing it to beau- 
tify a thing with a few deft touches, is a ques- 
tion that has puzzled many a head beside our 
own. Call it "good taste," and you have not 
described it. for not a few have unexception- 
able taste, and yet lack this power of which we 
speak. But no matter what it is called, it is 
indisputable that it exists, and a large share of 
the pronounced success that has been won by 
the enterprise carried on by Mrs. H. H. Bige- 
low, on Madison Street, is due to her possession 
of this " extra sense." The lady alluded to be- 
gan operations in 1887, and has proved herself 
to be particularly well fitted for the carrying on 
of such an enterprise. She carries a fine stock 
of Millinery Goods, which although not so 
large as some, is selected with such excellent 
taste and skill that it embraces articles suited 
to all ages, conditions and preferences. Mrs. 
Bigelow employs three competent and polite 
assistants, and is in a position to turn out cus- 
tom work at short notice, and in the most sat- 
isfactory manner. Trimmed and untrimmed 
hats and bonnets, in the latest shapes, are of- 
fered at the lowest market prices, and the most 
popular novelties in the millinery line are 
always to be had here on favorable terms. 



Woodbury, Morrill & Gag-e, Flour, 
Grain, Groceries and Provisions, opposite the 
Depot, Skovvhegan. Cash paid for all kinds of 
Produce. The establishment canied on by the 
well-known house whose card we print above, 
is a noteworthy one in many respects, and is 
so managed as to make it one of the most pop- 
ular enterprises of the kind in this vicinity. 
Business was begun in 1878, and has been suc- 
cessfully carried on. This concern spares 
neither time nor trouble in improving the effi- 
ciency of its service, and as a consequence, not 
only carries on one of the most liberally-man- 
aged establishments in Skowhegan, but is con- 
stantly adding to the claim it already has on the 
patronage and cordial support of the public. 
Mr. Woodbury was born in Farmington, Mr. 
Morrill in Hartlaud, and Mr. Gage in Salem. 
Messrs. Woodbury and Morrill are both mem- 
bers of the Odd Fellows and Free Masons. 
Premises measuring 125x100 feet are occupied, 
opposite the Depot, and a large and finely-se- 
lected stock is carried, comprising Flour, Grain, 
Groceries and Provisions. Both a wholesale 
and a retail business is done, and employment 
is afforded to two competent and polite assist- 
ants. Country Produce is made a specialty, 
and cash will be paid for all commodities of 
this kind. The assortment of Flour handled is 
an unusually desirable one, and being made up 
of goods selected especially for family use, it is 
well worthy the careful inspection of house- 
holders. Decided inducements are also offered 
in the purchase of Grain of all kinds, while the 
the line of Groceries handled is very complete, 
and embraces both Staple and Fancy Articles 
in great variety. They are also one of the 
largest Wool buyers in Somerset County. Cus- 
tomers are assured of perfectly fair dealing at 
this establishment, and as the prices are very 
low, no better place can be found at which to 
leave orders. 



Horatio W. dishing'. Apothecary and 
Druggist, Water Street, opposite Post-office, 
Skowhegan. Although there are not a few 
people who consider that Apothecaries, as a 
rule, have a remarkably easy time of it, still we 
question if there is another business or profes- 
sion — call it what you will — where the re- 
sponsibilities assumed are graver, and the aver- 
age reward more insignificant. To establish a 
modern Apothecary store calls for no mean 
sum of money; the fixtures are numerous and 
expensive, the stock must be large, and must 
contain goods subject to deterioration, and the 
competition is sufficiently keen to reduce prof- 
its to a minimum. But after all, the chief point 
to be considered is the responsibility. In- 
trusted with the dispensing of the most deadly 
agents known to chemistry — agents as sure 
and almost as swift in their action as a light- 
ning stroke — the apothecary must fill prescrip- 
tion after prescription, must combine all possi- 
ble ingredients, and if one small mistake is 
made, who can fcnesee the result? In a well- 
managed Drug store, however, no mistakes are 
made, and a fine example of such an establish- 
ment is that carried on by Mr. Horatio W. 
Gushing, on Water Street, opposite the Post- 
office. This undertaking has been carried on 
since 1873, and is one of the best known in this 
vicinity, for the methods displayed in its man- 
agement have met with the favor of the public^ 
and have resulted in a large business being 
built up. Mr. Gushing is a native of this place, 
and is connected with the Odd Fellows. Prem- 
ises of the dimensions of 20x60 feet, are occu- 
pied, two competent and careful assistants em- 
ployed, and especial attention paid to the accu- 
rate compounding of prescriptions at short 
notice. 



E. Li. Walker, Painter and Paper Hanger, 
Water Street, Skowhegan. It is wonderful 
the change that can be made in a house by the 
proper use of Paint and Wall Paper, and if some 
people only realized how much can be done in 
this line for a little money, they would no 
longer be content to allow their premises ta 
remain shabby and worn. There are very few 
but what can afford to keep their house well- 
painted, and, indeed, it is the truest economy 
in the long run to do this, as the weather soon 
rots and destroys un painted wood- work. The 
skillfulness with which paint is applied has 
much to do with its lasting powers, and in order 
to get the best results in this respect, it would 
be well to employ the services of Mr. E. L. 
Walkei", who h^s had a large experience in such 
work, and who has every facility at hand to fill 
orders promptly and cheaply. Mr. Walker is a^ 
native of Skowhegan, and started his present 
enterprise in 1880. He employs ten efficient 
assistants, and occupies premises located on 
Russell and Madison Streets, and measuring 
24x50 feet. Orders for Painting, Paper-hang- 
ing, etc., are attended to at once, and we can 
assure our readers that they will have no rea- 
son to regret favoring Mr. Walker with an or- 
der. His charges are moderate, and as he uses 
selected stock and employs skilled assistants, 
durability is assured. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SKOWHEGAN. 



George T>. Arnold, Dealer in Flour and 
Groceries, Country Produce, Oranges, Lemons, 
Figs. Raisins, Canned Goods, ete., etc. Cash 
paid for E<iffs. 51 Water Street, Skowbegan. 
It is frequently remarked by those doing busi- 
ness -svith Mr. Ceorge D. Ainold, at No. 51 
Water Street, that he is a good man to deal 
with, and indeed, as one becomes familiar with 
his methods, no surprise is felt, either at his 
personal popularity or the magnitude of his 
trade. He was born in Skowhegan, and is a 
member of the Odd Fellows, inauguiating his 
present enterprise in 1880. The premises util- 
ized by Mr. Arnold comprise two floors and a 
basement, and measure 20x90 feet. Flour and 
Groceries of every description are handled, and 
when we come to add to these Country Produce, 
Oranges, Lemons, Raisins, Figs, Canned Goods, 
etc., it will be seen that it is necessary to have 
rather spacious accommodations. The quality 
of the goods dealt in here is uniformly first- 
class, and it is to this that the store owes much 
of its popularity. When you buy a thing of 
Mr. Arnold, you know what you've got, and 
you may always dei)end on every representa- 
tion that may be made by him or his assistants, 
as all goods are guaranieed, and no false state- 
ments are made concerning them. The line of 
Flour for Family use that Mr. Arnold carries is 
a complete and skilifnlly selected one, and 
those wishing a bag or barrel of this indispen- 
sable commodity would do well to place their 
orders right here. Goods are promptly deliv- 
ered, and polite attention assured to all. He 
also deals largely in Vermont Cheese (Sage and 
Plain) and Butter. Also receives Fleischmann's 
Yeast Cakes three times per week direct from 
the Factory, saving twelve hours delay in 
Portland. 



Georg-e Ciishing-, Retail and Jobbing 
Druggist and Apothecary. Bookseller and Sta- 
tioner. 81 Water Street, Skowhegan. Also 
Agent for American Express Company. The 
establishment conducted by Mr. (ieorge Cush- 
iug. at No. 31 Water Street, is one of the best 
known in this section, not only on account of 
the many years the enterprise has been carried 
on in the town of Skowhegan, but also by rea- 
son of its being the pioneer Drug and Book 
house in Somerset County. Business was be- 
gun over half a century ajiu by Mr. William 
Dyer, this gentleman founding the enterprise 
in 18:57. In the fall of 1860 the firm-name be- 
came Dyer & Cushiug, and in 18c?0 the present 
proprietor assumed sole control. Mr. Cushing 
is a native of Skowhegan, and is connected 
with the Free Mhsous. The premises utilized 
by him comprise three and one-half floors, of 
the dimensions of 24x72 feet, and an immense 
stock is carried, both a wholesale and retail 
business being done. Drugs and Medicines, 
Books and Stationery, Wrapping Paper and 
Bags, Fancy Goods, Art Goods and Materials, 
Cutlery, Bird Cages, Trusses, Confectionery 
and Fruit, are very largely handled, and employ- 
ment is given to three competent and courteous 
assistants, who give prompt attention to cus- 
tom eis. The supply of Drugs and Medicines 
on h iiid is an exceptionally complete one, and 
eveiy facility is enjoyed for the filling of orders 
with accuracy and dispatch. Prescriptions 
compounded at this establishment are assured 



the most careful and intelligent handling, and 
the charges made are reasonable and fair. The 
supplying of physicians with pure Drugs in 
quantities is a specialty with this house. Mr. 
Gushing is Agent of the American Express 
Company, and 'the business has his personal 
oversight. Mr. Gushing also deals largely in 
Spruce Gum of the very best giades, and sends 
to dealers in all parts of the State and country. 
Samples are sent with prices on application. 
In the month of December a very extensive 
stock of fine Christmas and art goods is car- 
ried, and his store is the most attractive one in 
all these parts. This is a progressive house, 
and Mr. Gushing keeps ahead in all the various 
departments of his business. 

M. J. Allen, Mill-Wright, Sawing, Plan- 
ing, etc., Island Avenue, Skowhegan. Time is 
money, as everybody knows, in this age of 
progress, and the amount of time — and conse- 
quently of money — that is saved daily by such 
establishments as that conducted by Mr. M. J. 
Allen, on Island Avenue, is almost inconceiv- 
able. Mr. Allen does Sawing, Planing, Turn- 
ing, etc., to order, at the very shortest notice, 
and as his shop is equipped with the latest im- 
proved wood-working machinery, and he has 
ample water-power available to keep things 
moving, he is in a position to rush orders 
through with great speed, and to meet all de- 
mands that may be made upon his resources. 
He is a native of Skowhegan, and is very well- 
known in that vicinity, having inaugurated his 
present enterprise here in 1874. He is a mem- 
ber of the Ancient Order of United Workmen. 
The premises utilized are of the dimensions of 
50x2.50 feet, and an adequate force of experi- 
enced and skillful assistants is at hand. Mr. 
Allen is very reasonable in his charges, and as 
his work is uniformly accurate and satisfactory, 
it is not surprising that he does a very large 
business. 



E. S. Prescott, Dealer in all kinds of Fancy 
Groceries. 51 Water Street, Skowhegan. The 
term "Fancy Groceries" means much more 
now than it used to, for one article after the 
other has been put upon the market, until the 
complete list is a very extensive one, and the 
business of handling the goods mentioned in it 
has become a special branch of trade. Certain- 
ly one of the best known and most successful 
establishments, devoted entirely to the sale of 
Fancy Groceries, is that of which Mr. E. S. 
Prescott is the propiietor. located at No. 51 
Water Street. This enterprise had its incep- 
tion in 1877, and the rapidity with which it has 
developed and increased only shows that it 
has been skillfully and liberally managed. Mi*. 
Prescott is a native of Vassalborough. He em- 
ploys two efficient and polite assistants, and 
utilizes premises of the dimensions of 20x50 
feet. Fancy Groceries of every description are 
kept in stock, and callers will find a most com- 
plete assortment of choice Canned Goods, Pick- 
les, Relishes, Condiments, Jams, Preserves, and 
in short everything that properly comes under 
the liead of Fancy Groceries. Mr. Prescott is 
very reasonable in his prices, for he buys in 
large quantities, and gives his customers the 
benefit of the saving made by so doing. Orders 
are promptly filled. 



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li. W. Chase, Livery and Sale Stables, 
Also Dealer in Carriages, Harnesses, Robes, 
Wbips, etc.. Water Street, opposite Hotel Hes- 
elton. Tbe establishment is well worthy of a 
visit from all interested in Good Horses or Fine 
Carriages, for at this place ore o^tn either buy 
or hire anything in this line, and is sure of get- 
ting his money's worth in either case. Mr. 
Chase was born in York, Maine, and is con- 
nected with the Odd Fellows. He inaugurated 
tbe enterprise to which we have reference in 
1885, and has already niised it to a leading po- 
sition among undertakings of a similar nature 
in this section of the State. The premises in 
use comprise two floors of the dimensions of 
50x200 feet, and employment is given to three 
efficient assistants, orders being attended to 
without delay and in the most satisfactory 
manner. A good horse and comfortable, stylish 
carriage, will be supplied by Mr. Chase at a 
very low price, and strangers in town who wish 
to get an idea of the lay of the land, can find no 
more agreeable and economical way in which to 
do it than by hiring one of his turn-outs for an 
afternoon or so. Some fine animals are always 
on hand for sale purposes and those who are 
wise enougii to buy their horses of reputable 
parties, would do well to note what Mr. Chase 
has to offer. Carriages, Harnesses, Robes and 
Whips, are also sold at the lowest market rates, 
and everything will prove as represented. 




FAIRCRIEVES RESTAURANT 

lO & lit 31{i«IisuuSt., 

SKOWHEGAN, - - MAINE. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



DBXTER. 



lEXTER is one of the most enterprising and important towns in the north- 
western part of Penobscot county. It is readied directly by railroad, branch- 
ing off from the main line of the Maine Central at Newport, and is situated about 
thirty miles from Bangor. It lies in the midst of a fertile and beautiful rural district, 
and contains about 20,370 acres of valuable territory. The tov/n owes its growth 
and prosperity, not only to the favorable situation it possesses, but also to the efforts 
of generations of pushing and honorable men who have made it their home. It wa3 
first prospected and surveyed in 1772 by interested owners of the land, who thought 
this an advantageous spot, and wanted to lay out a town here; but the outbreak of 
the Revolutionary war delayed matters, and it was not actually settled until about 
thirty years later. 

In 1801 the long-talked-of and proposed settlement was made, so that the town 
dates its birth back almost to the beginning of the century. The first settler was 
Ebenezer Small, who hailed from Gilmanton, N. H. Soon after he had broken soil 
for his cabin and farm, a man named Elkins arrived, who was long a leading light in 
the dark, early days of Dexter. So much so, in fact, that the place was popularly- 
known as "Elkinstown" up to its incorporation under its present name in 1816. 



192 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF DEXTER. 

Among other early settlers were Joseph Tickler, Seba Smith, Wm. Mitchell, Simeon 
and John Stafford, Jeremiah Abbot, and Shepley Smith and Maxwell with their fami- 
lies. These energetic and cour^jgeons men (for it required some courage to push thus 
far out into the wilderness in those d:iys, as it was not a pleasure excursion) were all 
farmers by birth and education. The place was located as township No.',4, fifth range, 
one of the " no-name townships." The early settlers received grams of good land, 
and improved them so rapidly that the fame of the town spread through the State 
and attracted many new-comers. By 1813 the boundary lines throughout the town 
had been established and all the land was taken up by the settlers. A township 
charter had been granted in 1804, and so quickly did it grow up that within ten years 
a movement was started for incorporating it as a town, which resulted in the grant- 
ing of a town charter by the Legislature on the 17th of June, 1816, the place being 
named in honor of the Hon. Samuel Dexter of Boston, who was a large owner of real 
estate here, and prominent in the up building of its interests. 

The population which in 1810 was 136, had lisen in 1820 to 461, and the valuation 
in that year was $27,391. The first church edifice here was erected by the Univer- 
salists in 1829, and this was followed in 1834 by the church of th«^ First Congregational 
Society. The population in 1830 was 885, and had increased to 1,464 during the 
next decade, so that it was evident that the town was making steady progress. 

Dexter from its age and situation, was not able to take much part in the war of 
1812, but when the British sent their invading fleet up the Penobscot in 1814, fifteen 
Dexter men volunteered as militia and joined the American forces, many of whom 
after the repulse, escorted them all the way from Bangor home in unusually quick 
time. Some of the demoralized forces did not even stop here, but started oflf in the 
direction of Moosehead Lake. 

An event long remembered in Dexter was the " Great Tornado " of 1848, when 
the force of the wind tore up great trees by the roots, leveled barns and houses to 
the ground, and not only created great damage, but endangered many lives. Old 
people used often to say, and perhaps say still, that there was never seen anything 
like the " great storm of '48." 

In 1850 yet further progress was revealed by the census, the population being 
1,948. During the next decade nothing of particular note happened to the town, and 
while deeply interested in the slavery troubles in other parts of the country, it con- 
tinued on its way of unchanged growth at home, and in 1860 numbered 2,365 people, 
with a total valuation of $465,023. The town entered into the civil war with the 
utmost patriotism and devotion. A large number of its leading citizens and strong 
young men enlisted in the Union army, most of the volunteers going to the Second, 
Sixth, Eighteenth, Twenty-fourth and Thirty-first regiments. The town showed great 
liberality throughout in its appropriations of money and supplies, and the Ladies' Aid 
Society was very active and generous in its services. 

During the first few years after the war the town felt the effects of the " boom" 
which spread all over the country, so that it grew and prospered rapidly until, in 1870, 
the population was 2,875, and the valuation, $1,006,966. After this came the great 
financial depressions throughout the country, and Dexter again felt the effects and 
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at short notice. The popiilation in 1880 was 2,563, and the valuation $963,029. In 
the present decade a revival of business and general interest has taken place, and 
greater advancement has been made than for many years past. The manufacturing 
interests have extended rapidly, and now includes lumber, grain, boots, shoes, carri- 
ages ami furniture. The population is in the region of 3,000, and the valuation has 
risen to over a million dollars. 




STREET IN" DEXTER. 



The opening of the branch of the Maine Central from Newport, was a great thing 
for Dexter, and has contributed much to its wealth and growth. While the business 
affairs have been prospering, other interests have not been neglected. Education has 
received the careful attention which the mind of New England has always discerned 
as extremely important. The schools are conducted liberally and well, and main- 
tained at a very high standard. There is a fine public library here, containing several 
thousand of carefully selected and valuable books ; and in tnatters relating to intellec- 
tual advancement the citizens of this progressive town are well and thoroughly posted. 
In religious affairs the town is unusually active; there is a representative church here 
of almost every prominent denomination. 

Through the railroad Dexter is coming in for its share of the annual tide of sum- 
mer visitors to this " Garden State," and moreover is proving itself well worthy of 
the honor. A quiet and beautiful town, situated in a delightful region, where every- 
thing that can charm the eye and nourish the tired frame back to vigorous health is 
found in abundance, it is no wonder that its fame grows with every passing year. 
13 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



DEXTER, M:E. 



Amos Abbott & Co., Woolen Manufac- 
turers, Grove Street, Dexter. The manufacture 
of Woolen Goods is one of Maine's great in- 
dustries, and it is one that is destined to develop 
■wonderfully, if not interfered with by mistaken 
legislation. There are many woolen mills car- 
ried on in this section of the State, but among 
them all it would be hard to find another one 
with a record similar to that held by the under- 
taking carried on under the firm-name of Amos 
Abbott & Co. This famous enterpi'ise was in- 
augurated in 1825, and was the first Woolen 
Mill in Maine to ship goods to the Boston and 
New York markets. It has exerted a most 
powerful influence in extending the celebrity 
and advancing the true business interests of the 
town in which it is located. Amos Abbott, its 
founder, was born in Andover, and Messrs. J. 
and G. A. Abbott, who now carry it on, are 
natives of Dexter. The plant utilized covers 
an area of three acres of ground, and includes 
seven buildings in addition to a spacious store- 
house. The machinery in use is of the most 
improved description, and is run by water- 
power, employment being given to fifty hands. 
It seems idle for us to refer to the business 
methods of the gentlemen conducting this time- 
honored enterprise, for they are already well 
known, doubtless, to the majority of our readers. 
The goods made by this Mill are accepted by 
those in the trade, as the standard by which 
others may be judged. No pains are spared to 
make the product fully equal to the reputation 
so long held by it, and the admirable system in 
operation at this Mill, permits of every detail 
of the manufacture being closely sci'utinized. 
Skilled hands are employed, and the pay-roll 
amounts to some $1,500 per month. 



S. D, Fish & Son, Harness Manufactur- 
ers, Grove Street, Dexter. Everybody knows 
that some men can get a great deal more speed 
or a great deal more work out of a horse than 
others can, and that, too, without injuring or 
overworking the animal. Now what is the 
I'eason of this? Well, a good part of it is, these 
men thoroughly understand their business. 
They have made a study of horse-flesh, know 
the habits of the animal perfectly, and make it 
a rule to get acqu.iinted with the individual 
peculiarities of every horse they handle; for 
horses have their peculiarities the same as men. 
Then they have the harness especially suited to 
the animal that is to wear it, and here is an 
important point that everybody can appreciate, 
but that is too often neglected. Messrs. S. D. 
Fish & Son, doing business on Main Street, are 
well-qualified to render efficient aid in the selec- 
tion of a proper harness, for they are manu- 
facturers of skill and experience, and give 
careful, personal attention to every order. 
Premises of the dimensions of 30x60 feet are 
occupied, and employment given to two efficient 
assistants, thus enabling the firm to turn out 
Order Work or Repairing at short notice. Only 
the best of material is used ; and the work done 
here is as remarkable for its strength and dura- 
bility as it is for its neatness and fine finish. 
There is carried in stock a fine assortment of 
Harnesses, Horse Furnishings, etc., and the 
prices quoted on the same will be found to be 
"right" in every respect. Messrs. Fish *& Son 
also deal in New and Second-hand Carriages, 
which they claim to sell very low for cash, or on 
easy terms. They are also ready at all times to 
exchange carriages to the mutual satisfaction 
and benefit of both parties concerned. In fact. 



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to deal with all justly, so that they will come 
again and influence their friends to call, not 
only for Carriages, but Harnesses of their own 
manufacture as well. 



Dexter Machine Company, Main Street, 
Dexter. The position held by Dexter as a man- 
ufacturing center, is so prominent that the 
great majority of our readers are doubtless 
aware of the many advantages the town offers 
to those desirous of establishing mechanical 
industries. Besides being so situated as to 
afford excellent facilities for the reception of 
raw materials and the shipping of finished 
goods. Dexter affords ample and unfailing 
water-power, a point which is greatly appreci- 
ated, as it reduces the cost of production and 
puts the manufacturer in a position to be quite 
independent of coal-handlers' strikes and such 
serious interruptions to business. One of the 
latest enterprises of magnitude to be inaugu- 
rated in this town, is that establised by the 
Dexter Machine Company, Builders of Machin- 
ists' Tools in 1887. This starts out under the 
most favorable auspices, for it is under the 
management of able and experienced men who 
have already given decided proof of their fitness 
for the position they occupy. The President of 
the company is a Dexter man by birth and is 
well known in this vicinity, we refer to Mr. F. 
E. Burger who also acts as Superintendent. 
The Secretary and Treasurer is Mr. J. B. Haskell, 
and the general foreman, Mr. C. S. Kinney. 
The plant utilized by the company, is of mod- 
ern construction, and embodies the latest im- 
provements, thus enabling orders to be filled at 
short notice and at bottom rates. Employment 
is afforded to ten skilled assistants. 



B. L. Call, Photographer, Grove Street, 
Dexter. To hear the extravagant claims made 
by certain parties, one would really think that 
a monopoly of artistic photography was held 
by them, and that no one else could accomplish 
satisfactory results. But are these claims well- 
founded ? No, fortunately not; nor is there any 
prospect of their being, so long as the same 
sun shines for all, and the same opportunities 
are open to all who are not afraid to work. 
Mr. B. L. Call doing business at No. 1 Grove 
Street, does not profess to be the only Photog- 
rapher in the State capable of making satis- 
factory likenesses, but for all that, is able to 
produce as faithful and finely-finished pictures 
as anybody could desire. He has carried on 
his present establishment since 18S6, and has 
built up a liberal and increasing patronage by 
keeping all promises made to customers, and 
furnishing first-class work at moderate rates. 
Mr. Call is a native of Exeter, being thoroughly 
acquainted with the many details of the busi- 
ness. The premises utilized, comprise two 
floors of the dimensions of 30x.50 feet, and con- 
tain the latest improved apparatus, and all other 
necessary facilities. Pictures, Frames and 
Moldings are carried in stock, and are offered 
for sale at the lowest mai ket prices. All orders 
will be given prompt and careful attention, and 
those wishing anything in the Picture line should 
certainly pay the firm a visit. 



C. p. McGrillls, Groceries and Feed, at 
the Depot, Dexter. Considered from some 
standpoints, 18 years is a very long time, while 
from others it seems but a brief period after all. 
But however long or short a time it may seem, 
the fact remains that few business enterprises 
attain so high a position in the esteem of the 
public in 18 years as hns that conducted on 
Main Street, at the depot, by Mr. C. P. McGril- 
lis. This gentleman was born in Dexter. Me., 
and founded the undertaking with which he is 
now identified, in 1870. He has resorted to no 
illegitimate or questionable methods to build up 
his business, but has proceeded from the first, 
on the good, old-fashiimed principle of giving a 
dollar's worth for a dollar, and assuring equal 
and equitable treatment to all. The premises 
utilized comprise two floors, measuring 40x100 
feet, and the stock on hand 's made up of 
Choice Staple and Fancy Groceries, selected 
especially for family trade, together with Flour, 
Corn and Feed of all kinds; also dealer in Po- 
tatoes and Country Produce. Mr. McGrillis 
employs three assistants, and supplies Goods 
in quantities to suit, doing both a wholesale 
and retail business. He endeavors to fill orders 
promptly and accuVately, and so far as care and 
hard work can assure this being done, custo- 
mers of his may depend upon it. The prices 
quoted on the many articles handled, are as 
low as can be named by any dealer in similar 
goods, and no trade is sought for by misrepre- 
sentation and deceit. 



S. S. Ireland, Dealer in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Carpets and Woolens, corner of Main 
and Grove Street, Dexter. Perhaps there are 
still a few ladies residing in Dexter or vicinity, 
who are not thoroughly acquainted with the 
Inducements offered at the establishment con- 
ducted by Ml". S. S. Ireland, at the corner of 
Main and Grove Streets, and if so, we can do 
them no more genuine service, than to earnest- 
ly advise them to visit the store in question, 
and see for themselves, Mr. Ireland is a New- 
port man by birth, but has carried on business 
in this town for nearly a score of years. He 
occupies premises of the dimensions of 25x60 
feet and handles Dry and Fancy Goods, Carpets. 
Woolens etc., in immense variety. No one can 
be in business, without paining a pretty correct 
idea of what the public really want, and it is 
often remarked by visitors to Mr. Ireland's 
store, that they are sure to find there just the 
styles and goods they are looking for. His 
prices too. are very acceptable, for he manages 
business on the "quick sales and small profits" 
principle and so is always offering some note- 
worthy bargains. The cai-pets exhibited at 
this establishment, are well worthy of the 
examination of not only those who wish to buy, 
but also those who wish to keep informed re- 
garding the latest fashionable novelties. Em- 
ployment is afforded to two competent and 
courteous assistants, and callers are invariably 
given prompt and polite attention, and furnished 
all desired information. In short, Mr. Ireland's 
store is conducted on liberal and far-sighted 
principles, and amply deserves its great popu- 
larity. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF DEXTER. 



SpriDgall & Co., dealers in Pure Drugs, 
Chemicals, Medicines, Toilet Articles, Books, 
Stationery, & Fancy Goods, Sheet Music and 
Musical Merchandise, Main Street, Dexter. 
There are many reasons why the enterprise car- 
ried on by Messrs. Springall & Co., on Main 
Street, should receive special consideration, for 
not only is it of old establishment, but it is also 
of prime importance to the community at large. 
It is over a quarter of a century since opera- 
tions were beg-un, for the house of Barron, 
Springall & Co., became known to the public in 
3860. Fifteen years later, the present firm-name 
was adopted, and the business has steadily de- 
veloped with the growth of the town in which 
it is located. Mr. Springall was born in Dexter, 
and is a member of the Knights of Pythias. He 
is known throughout the community, and is 
looked upon as being one of the most thor- 
oughly competent dispensing Chemists in this 
section. The firm make a specialty of the 
handling of Pure Drugs, and being very careful 
as to where they obtain their supplies, are in a 
position to speak with confidence concerning 
the Chemicals, Medicines, etc., which they 
carry in stock. Accuracy Jn Dispensing is a 
fundamental principle of the business, and 
those having physicians' prescriptions can cer- 
tainly do no better than to have them com- 
pounded at this popular establishment, such 
work being done at short notice, and at low 
prices. Toilet Articles, etc., are dealt in largely, 
and a fine line of Books, Stationery, and Fancy 
Goods is at hand to select from, at rates as low 
as can be named anywheie. Sheet Music and 
Musical Merchandise are offered in great 
variety, and two competent and polite assist- 
ants give prompt attention to all. 



Leighton & Haines, Groceries and Crock- 
ery, Agents for American Express Company, 
Main Street, Dexter. All housekeepers are 
aware that there are a variety of articles, which, 
while included under the head of Groceries, are 
still not to be bought to advantage in every 
grocery store. These goods are generally called 
"Fancy Groceries, and include the latest novel- 
ties iu Eelishes, Condiments, etc., as well as 
Canned Goods, Jams, Preserves, etc. A house, 
which while dealing in all descriptions of Family 
Groceries, still makes a specialty of Fancy 
Articles, is that of which Messrs. Leighton ife 
Haines are the proprietors, located on Main 
Street. This enterprise was inaugurated in 
1880, and the public were quick to appreciate 
the advantages attendant upon dealing with 
this firm. The premises in use are 20x60 feet in 
dimensions, and contain an attractive stock, 
attractively arranged. Both partners give close 
personal attention to the business, and being 
well posted in its various details, are able to 
maintain the high standard of efficiency this 
house long since established. Employment is 
given to two experienced and polite assistants, 
and callers are in all cases shown due consid- 
eration, and assured being waited upon at the 
earliest possible moment. In addition to the 
Staple and Fancy Groceries handled, consider- 
able of a trade is carried on in Crockery, a fine 
and varied selection of these goods being al- 
ways on hand. Purchasers may depend upon 
the articles bought, for no misrepresentation is 
allowed here, and the prices are always low. 



John W. Springall, Watchmaker and 
Jeweler, Dealer in Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, 
Silver Plated Ware, Spectacles and Eye Glasses. 
Agent for the American Watch. Grove Street, 
Dexter. The man who has once carried a 
really accurate watch, will never be satisfied 
afterward with a time-keeper that is not to be 
entiiely depended upon. There is a peculiar 
satisfaction in owning a watch that you can 
" swear by," known only to those who have ex- 
perienced it, and if any of our readei-s should 
be about to purchase a Watch, we would most 
certainly advise them to pay a fair price and get 
a reliable article. Those living in Dexter or 
vicinity, can do no better than to place their 
order with Mr. John W. Springall, doing busi- 
ness on Main Street, for this gentleman makes 
a specialty of fine Watches, and is in a position 
to offer unsurpassed inducements to purchasers. 
He was born in this town and is a member of 
the Knights of Pythias, and since opening his 
present store in i884, has built up a large busi- 
ness by close attention to his patrons and fair 
dealing with all. Mr. Springall warrants the 
Watches he sells to give entire satisfaction, and 
knowing how much depends on the care they 
receive, he gives certain directions to watch- 
owners on his business card that are worthy of 
a careful observance. Condensed they are as 
follows: " Keep the Watch free from dust, 
dampness and extremes of heat and cold; have 
it cleaned annually; don't let it run down; 
wind at regular intervals with a perfect fitting 
key and hold it still while doing so; hang it up 
when not in use, and buy a good Watch to be- 
gin with." If these simple rules are followed, 
the result will be gratifying enough to pay for 
the trouble many times over. Mr. Springall 
makes the Repairing of Fine Watches a specialty 
and does such work at short notice and at low 
rates. He carries a fine stock of Clocks, Jew- 
elry, Silver Plated Ware, Spectacles, Eye Glasses, 
etc., and offers these goods at most reasonable 
rates. One assistant is employed and callers 
are assured prompt and courteous attention as 
well as fair dealing, and desirable goods at low 
prices. 

F. J. Fogg', Dealer in Family Groceries, 
Meats and Fish. Prominent among the well- 
known establishments in the Grocery and Meat 
business in Dexter, is the house of F. J. Fogg, 
which since its inception has ever maintained a 
high reputation for integrity and honorable 
business dealings. The premises utilized for 
the transaction of business consist of a fine 
store and basement, where is handled one of 
the most complete stocks of groceries and pro- 
visions carried in Dexter. The stock embraces 
evei'ything included in the line of choice family 
groceries, meats, and, in fact, all the condi- 
ments and delicacies usually carried by a first- 
class house of this kind. Prompt attention is 
given to all orders, which are accurately filled 
and delivered to all parts of the town. The 
proprietor is an active business man, who gives 
close personal attention to all branches of the 
establishment, especially to the purchasing and 
selection of the goods, which are guaranteed to 
be the best the market affords. None in this 
line of trade in Dexter enjoy a higher reputa- 
tion for reliability, and the success of this house 
is as well-merited as it is prominent. ' 



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W.E. Brewster, wholesale and retail dealer 
in Corn, Flour, Oats, Shorts, Cotton Seed Meal, 
and Fine Groceries, Dustin Block, Main Street, 
Dexter. Everybody has use for Flom-, and a 
great number have use for Oats, Shorts, and 
Feed in general, so that we feel sure that a few 
words concerning where all these articles can 
be bought to the best advantage will prove of 
interest. By calling on Mr. W. E. Brewster, 
doing business in Dustin Block, Main Street, 
you will find a heavy stock of such goods as we 
have mentioned ; and what is more, you will find 
that the prices are away down to the lowest 
notch, for Mr. Brewster makes a specialty of 
the sale of Corn, Flour, Oats, and Shorts, giving 
particular attention to the two first-named ar- 
ticles, and is prepared at any time to supply 
customers, either at wholesale or retail, with 
any desired quantity. He is a native of Park- 
man, is connected with the Free Masons and 
the Odd Fellows, and inaugurated his present 
enterprise in 1887, having already built up a 
large and growing trade. The premises utilized 
comprise three floors and a storehouse, and are 
of the dimensions of 2.5x60 feet Cotton Seed 
Meal is handled quite extensively, and Fine 
Groceries of all descriptions are dealt in large- 
ly, and guaranteed to prove as represented 
every time. Mr. Brewster gives close personal 
attention to his business, and employs sufficient 
assistance to enable him to fill all orders with- 
out delay. 



and the quality of their work is widely ac- 
knowledged to be unexcelled by any print- 
ing establishment outside the large cities. 
The Gazette job-print is widely known among 
theatrical managers as the only establishment 
in Maine with facilities for doing their class of 
work, and it is continually in receipt of large 
orders from all parts of the country. 



Dexter Gazette, Day & Bunker, Proprie- 
tors; E. Bunker, Manager, Dustin .Block, Main | 
Street, Dexter. It is a quarter of a century 
since the Dexter Gazette was established, and 1 
some very radical changes have taken place in ! 
the town since this enterprise was begun. It j 
is said that few papers survive more than a 
year, fewer still five years, and when we come 
to reckon up those that have existed over a 
score of years, we find that they form a very 
small percentage of the whole. The Dexter ; 
Gazette has lived and prospered all this time, 
simply because it was liberally managed and 
ably edited, and as these characteristics dis- 
tinguish it now as much as ever, it is only 
natural that its popularity should be growing I 
daily. Broad in its views and catholic in its 
ideas, the Gazette has always striven to advance 
the best interests of Dexter, and though there 
niay have been errors of judgment at times, no 
one can honestly question the purity of its 
motives. Mr. E. Bunker, the Manager, is a 
young man of energy and unquestioned busi- 
ness ability, a member of the F. & A. M., and 
also belongs to the I. O. O. F. He is too well 
known to render it necessary to make further 
personal mention of him. The same may be 
said of the Editoi-, Mr. H. F. Day, a graduate of 
Colby University, and a member of this wide- 
awake firm. Mr. Day works hard to keep his 
paper in the front ranks, and has reason to con- 
gratulate himself on the success he attains. 
The premises occupied measure 31x63 feet, and 
comprise two floors, the necessary presses, etc., 
requiring ten horse-power to run them. The 
typographical appearance of the Gazette is very 
neat, and the paper is as attractive to the eye 
as it is to the intellect. The proprietors make 
a specialty of Job Printing in all its branches, 



N. Li. McGrillis, Clothing Manufacturer, 
Upper Main Street, Dexter. The manufacture 
of Clothing has reached enormous proportions 
of late years in this country; first, because the 
number to be clothed has largely increased, and 
second, because the tendency has been toward 
the wearing of ready- made garments, and the 
centralization of its making into large shops 
where the various processes could be more eco- 
nomically carried on. Take, for instance, a 
single establishment in this town — that of Mr. 
N. L. McGrillis, located on Upper Main Street. 
This gentleman is a native of Skowhegan, and 
is connected with both the Free Masons and 
Odd Fellows. He became identified with his 
present enterprise in 1874, and some idea of 
the magnitude of his business to-day, may be 
gained from the fact that employment is given 
to two hundred hands. The premises occupied 
are of the dimensions of 2.5x70 feet, and are 
fitted up with the most improved facilities, etc., 
for the carrying on of operations to the best ad- 
vantage. Mr. McGrillis does a strictly whole- 
sale business, and his iproductions are well 
known to the trade in general, being in con- 
stant demand, owing to their uniform excel- 
lence and the low figure at which they are 
quoted. He gives prompt attention to every 
order and his trade is consequently increasing. 



3Iorse & Bridg^es, Manufacturers and 
Dealers in All Kinds of Cemetery Work; Scotch 
Granite a specialty. No. 19 Grove Street, Dex- 
ter. Branch Shop at Newport. An enterprise 
which, having its origin in the centennial year, 
has steadily grown in public favor up to the 
present time, is that carried on by Messrs. 
Morse & Bridges, at So. 19 Grove Street. This 
firm is prepared to undertake Cemetery Work 
of all descriptions, and certainly has ample fa- 
cilities to enable it to meet all honorable compe- 
tition and attain results that cannot but be sat- 
isfactory. Mr. Morse was born in Augusta, 
while Mr. Bridges is a native of Dexter. The 
former is connected with the Knights of Pyth- 
ias and the latter with the Odd Fellows, both 
being extremely well-known in this vicinity. 
A branch shop is maintained at Newport, but 
the headquarters of the concern are at No. 19 
Grove Street, where premises of the dimensions 
of .30x60 feet are utilized, and many beautiful 
specimens of finished work shown. Scotch 
Granite is made a specialty by Messrs. Morse 
& Bridges, and those at all familiar with this 
ornamental and durable stone, will recognize at 
once its peculiar fitness for use in Cemetery 
Work. A gi-eat variety of chaste designs are 
open to the inspection of patrons, and those 
wishing any information relative to the cost, or 
advice regarding the style of any proposed mon- 
ument, headstone, or similar article, will be 
I cheerfully furnished with it on application. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF DEXTER. 



H. jV. Blethen, Watches, Clocks, Jewelry 
etc., special attention given to Repairing, Main 
Street, Dexter. No thinking person needs to be 
told that it is of the first importance, when 
purchasing anything in the line of Watches, 
Jewelry, etc., to patronize a strictly reliable 
house, yet an opposite course is occasionally 
pursued by those who ought to know better, 
and the result is uniformly — dissatisfaction. 
There is no excuse for allowing one's self to be 
imposed upon, for the reliable jewelry houses 
of a community are easily found, even by a 
stranger, if trouble is taken to make a few in- 
quiries, and it is safe to say that if such in- 
quiries were made in Dexter, about the first 
establishment pointed out would be that of Mr. 
H. A. Blethen, located on Main Street. Cer- 
tainly the residents of the town have had 
abundant opportunity to judge concerning the 
reliability of the enterprise in question, for it 
was inaugurated over a quarter of a century 
ago, its inception occurring in 1861, under the 
firm name of H. A. & A. G. Blethen & Co. Mr. 
H. A. Blethen became sole proprietor in 1876, 
and the last decade has added largely to the 
reputation and patronage of the establishment. 
Mr. Blethen is a native of Dover, and is con- 
nected with the Odd Fellows. The premises 
occupied are of the dimensions of 20x.50 feet, 
and the stock on hand is sufficiently large to 
enable all the available space to be fully util- 
ized. Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Silver Ware and 
such goods are dealt in largely, and Mr. Blethen 
is prepared to meet all honorable competition 
in the way of furnishing standard articles at low 
prices. He employs three careful aud polite 
assistants, and gives special attention to Re- 
pairing; Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, etc., being 
put in order at short notice, and in a neat and 
durable manner at a low price. 



Charles T. Moses, Packer of " Royal Brand " 
Sugar Corn, Main Street, Dexter. Factories at 
Dexter and Corinna. The discovery of the pro- 
cess by which vegetables, meats, and other per- 
ishable products can be preserved for an in- 
definite period, must be accepted as one of the 
great events of the century, for it has I'esulted 
in the building up of a vast industry, and in 
making it possible to provide in time of plenty 
against prospective famine. Seamen and other 
travelers can now enjoy a healthful and refresh- 
ing diet at all times, and by the proper use of 
Canned Vegetables, Fruits, etc., entirely avoid 
that terrible scourge — scurvy. Sugar Corn is 
one of the characteristic productions of this 
continent, and we are all too familiar with the 
many ways in which tiiis nutritiuous food can 
be utilized, to render it necessary to speak at 
length concerning its great and abiding popu- 
larity. Fresh from the field, it is a delicacy that 
it is hard to equal, and by improved methods of 
canning, and careful selection of the corn 
handled, .some of our Packers succeed in won- 
derfully preserving the desirable qualities of 
the fresh Corn. None have been more success- 
ful in this respect than Mr. Charles T. Moses of 
this town, and his Factory on Lower Main Street 
is a scene of bustling activity during the can- 
ning season. Two floors, measuring .">0x60 feet, 
are occupied, and employment is given to 130 
assistants. The finished product is shipped to 



all parts of the country, aud is in demand 
wherever an honestly put-up article of the kind 
is appreciated. Mr. Moses was born in Standish, 
Me., and is to be congratulated on having built 
up so flourishing a business. 



Levi Bridgbani, Registered Apothecary, 
21 Bank Block, Main Street. Dexter. It would 
be difficult to find an establishment of more 
genuine value to the community than that car- 
ried on by Mr. Levi Bridgham, Bank Block, 
Main Street. This undertaking was founded in 
1872. and has since largely developed as its in- 
fluence to the public became more plainly man- 
ifest. Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals are 
supplied in quantities to suit, at the lowest 
rales that can be named on first-class goods; 
and as the filling of Prescriptions is given es- 
pecial attention, customers may feel assured of 
their favors being appreciated, and of their 
orders being haudled with that skill and accu- 
racy so desirable in this connection. Every 
precaution is observed that will tend to reduce 
the liability of error to the smallest possible 
amount, and eveiy facility is at hand that can 
aid in attaining this result. Mr. Bridgham is 
moderate in his charges, and certainly has 
solved the problem of combining reliable serv- 
ice with popular prices. The sale of Books, 
Fancy Goods, etc., forms another important 
department of his business, and is conducted on 
the same liberal scale that characterizes the 
management of his Drug Trade. The Stock 
carried is Iresh, varied and acceptable, and 
customers are treated with a courtesy and con- 
sideration that are delightful and unusual. 



G. W. Lincoln, Custom Clothing, Main 
Street, Dexter. It may safely be said that 99 
men out of 100 would have their clothing made 
to order were it not for the additional expense 
of so doing. Every man likes to wear a good- 
fitting suit, and it stands to reason that one 
made to order is much more apt to fit as it 
should, than one ready-made. Now so far as 
the expense is concerned, many people make a 
big mistake. There is not really much differ- 
ence between the price of a custom-made gar- 
ment and one that is not made to order; that 
is, provided the goods, trimmings, etc., are the 
same; and right here comes in the reason why 
many ready-made suits are sold cheap, — they 
are made cheap and have defective ti'immings. 
Call on Mr. C W. Lincoln, at his store on Main 
Street and see what he can do for you in the 
way of furnishing a suit to order at a low figure. 
Mr. Lincoln is a native of Waterville, and has 
been engaged in his present line of business for 
more than thirty years, so that he certainly 
ought to understand it thoroughly by this time. 
Premises measuring 20x60 feet are occupied, 
andemploymentgiven to ten efficient assistants. 
Orders will be filled at shoi-t notice, and satis- 
faction is confidently guaranteed, both as re- 
gards fit and finish. Mr. Lincoln's prices are 
invariably moderate, and considering the su- 
perior durability of the garments made <it his 
establishment, it is doubtful if they are actually 
more expensive than ready-made clothing. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF DEXTER. 



199 



MACHINISTS AND FOUNDERS. 



DEXTER, MAINE. 



Fay & Scott, Machinists 
and Founders. Manufactur- 
ers of, and Dealers in, Machine 
Tools, Machinery, etc.. Spring 
Street, Dexter. Nowadays, 
when Machinery plays so im- 
portant a part in production, 
and when the margin be- 
tween the cost price and the 
selling price of most manu- 
factured articles is so nar- 
row, it is of the highest im- 
portance to every manufactur- 
er to equip his works with the 
most improved machinery and 
to keep a sharp watch, lest 
the progress of invention 
should leave him in the rear, 
with an equipment that for- 
bids his competing with other 
houses in the same line of 
trade. Not only machinery 
but machine tools, are con- 
stantly undergoing improve- 
ment, and there is no house 
in the State that gives moie 
careful attention to furnish- 
ing its customers with the 
best there is to be had in this 
line, than that ot Fay & Scott, 
doing business on Spring St. 
Business was begun in 1881, 
and as manufacturers and oth- 
ers were quick to recognize 
the genuine character of the 
advantages gained by those 
leaving their orders with this 
concern, a large and growing 
trade has already been estab- 
lished. Mr. Fay was born in 
Massachusetts, and is an Odd 
Fellow, while Mr. Scott is a 
Maine man by birth, and a 
Mason, both being well-posted 
in every detail of their busi- 
ness and giving it their close 
personal attention. In this 
way, not only their interests 
but also those of their custo- 
mers are fully protected, and 
the firm stands ready to guar- 
antee that every Machine and 
every Tool they sell, shall 
prove as represented. Iron 
Working and Special Machin- 
ery of all Descriptions are 
Manufactured and Dealt in, 
employment being given to 25 
assistants; and premises of 
the dimensions of 40x80 — 
Machine Shop, two stories; 
and Foundry 30x80 feet occu- 
pied. Ample water-power is 
at hand to drive all necessary 
machinery. 




200 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF HALLOWELL. 



E. A. Flanders, Lumber, Box-Shooks, 
Spool Stock etc,, Dexter. Wood-Avoiking is 
without doubt one of the most important in- 
dustries in the State, and not the least impor- 
tant division of it, is that devoted to the pro- 
duction of Box Shooks, Spool Stock, Cloth 
Boards etc. The active and constantly increas- 
ing demand that exists for these articles, makes 
the field a promising one for those who are pos- 
sessed of the necessary enterprise and "push " 
to cultivate it successfully, and a proof of this 
is to be found in the rapid development of the 
enterprise carried on by Mr. E. A. Flanders 
since he inaugurated it in 1880. The premises 



occupied, measure 30x60 feet, and employment 
is given to ten assistants, Mr. Flanders, who 
is a native of Dexter, does both a wholesale 
and retail business and is well prepared to fur- 
nish anything in his line at the lowest market 
rates. He deals largely in Lumber and is in a 
position to meet all honorable competion, as he 
enjoys the most favorable relations with pro- 
ducers and has all necessary facilities to fill 
orders promptly, accurately and in short, satis- 
factorily. Standard grades of material are 
used at this establishment, and they are worked 
up in a careful and thorough manner. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF- 




WATERVILLE. 



pHE early history of Waterville is inseparably connected with that of Winslow^ 
of which it was for many years a part. The former place was settled about 
the middle of the eightheen century, and underwent the usual experience of a tiny 
frontier colony in this region, harrassed by the French and Indian war. As a neces- 
sary protection a fort, or more properly, perhaps, a block-house, was erected at Wins- 
low in 1754; and around this as a nucleus, the embryo town slowly and painfully 
grew up. After the French wars with their attendant fears and perils were safely 
over, the great attractions of the Kennebec valley soon made it a favorite with set- 
tlers who soon began to flock hither in ever-increasing numbers. The Indian name 
for that part of Winslow, now Waterville, was Tacconet, which has since been cor- 
rupted to Ticonic. This place was a great center of the Kennebec tribe of Indians. 
Their greatest orator and the great warrior, Bomazeene, beside other leading men of 
the nation, lived here. At Tacconet tribal gatherings were frequently held, and one 
of the great reasons which drew them here was the fact that this was the great burial- 
ground of the tribe. The Indians themselves have long since disappeared from this 
region ; but the ancient bones of many generations remain, and will lemain for centu- 
ries to tell the sad tale of a departed race. 

At the time of the Revolution Winslow was too small and unimportant to take any 
noticeable part in the struggle, but several settlers from the vicinity were participants, 
and the region was not entirely unacquainted with the taste of battle, as the passing 
through of Arnold's expedition, and the invasion of the British up the Penobscot, both 
affected it directly. After it was all over the valley settlements again began to grow, 
and up to the beginning of the present century a most prosperous period was enjoyed. 
In 1784 the first mill was erected at Ticonic Falls by Samuel Redington, and this 
represented the growth of a new settlement on the opposite side of the river from 
the old town. So rapidly did this section grow that by 1802 it was large enough to 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF WATEBVILLE. 



201 



be set apart from Winslow as a town by itself under its present name, derived from 
its magnificent water supply. After it began its separate existence it grew even more 
rapidly for a while, as the establishment here of a Baptist Seminary in 1813 is ample 
testimony, showing that it had become tlie center and most eligible site of all this 
portion of the valley. But the influences set at work by the embargo in 1807, and 
the war of 1812, spread all through New England, affecting her growth and commer- 
cial prosperity ; and they did not spare Waterville, which up to the middle of the 
century underwent the alternate times of "booming" and depression which were the 
usual experience of the towns in the State. In the war of 1812, the young town 
took a deep interest, and sent quite a number of its young men down the river as 
participants in the cruises of the famous Yankee privateers. When the British again 
invaded the Penobscot valley in 1814, it was near enough to witness some of the effects 
of the defeat and flight of the Americans. Though not directly affected by the decay 
of American shipping, it yet suffered indirectly by the general commercial depression 
which resulted therefrom throughout Maine and New England. 

The opening of the railroad, about the middle of the present century, was a most 
important event for Waterville, and marked the opening of a new epoch in its his- 
tory. Its commercial prospects were immediately brightened, independent of the 
important industry which was opened 
by the establishment of the railroad 
machine and repair shops here. The 
magnificent water privilege here, now 
for the first time, began to be ap- 
preciated and it has since received 
increasing attention. Manufacturing, 
to which evidently a large part of 
Waterville's progress has been and 
must be ^ue, now began to assume 
considerable proportions, and the con- 
sequent benefits have been very ex- 
tensive. 

During the civil war the town per- 
formed its duty in a most patriotic 
and generous manner. A goodly 
number of its sons and maturer citi- 
zens responded to the call for volun- 
teers, and throughout the struggle it 
never failed to fulfill every request THE OLD FORT BUILT IN 1754, 

for men and money immediately and ungrudgingly. In the First, Second, Fourth, 
Sixth, Fourteenth, Fifteenth, Eighteenth, Nineteenth, Twenty-First, Twenty-Fourth, 
Twenty-Eighth and Twenty-Ninth volunteer regiments of Maine, were noble repre- 
sentatives of Waterville's best families, and not a few of these were called upon to 
sacrifice a member to the nation's weal. This period, though far from prosperous 
materially, is the most honorable and glorious in the history of the town. • 




202 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF WATERVILLE. 

Since the war the progress of the town in all lines has been steady and marked. 
The population in 1870 had risen to 4,852, and the valuation was $1,904,017. Part 
of the town was set off in 1873, but nevertheless the population in 1880 was 4,672, 
while the valuation had arisen to $2,612,496 ; both these figures have since been in- 
creased by at least one-half, as the present decade has been one of marked advance- 
ment. The expansion of commercial interests and rise of real-estate values have 
been the most important characteristics of recent years. The valuable manufacturing 
privileges at the Ticonic Falls have received attention, and are now undergoing a 
development which must contribute largely to the material growth of the town. 
Cotton mills, woolen mills, saw-mills, are already well under way here, and the pros- 
pect of the town's becoming a leading manufacturing center seems assured. Among 
other prominent industries, the tanneries, machine and iron foundries, and furniture 
manufacttnies, deserve attention. The machine shops of the Maine Central railroad 
have grown steadily with the growth of the road itself, and are now of considerable 
extent and first importance. The depot here is one of the most beautiful and con- 
venient of any on the road. 

Opposite the lailroad station stand the dark-gray, handsome buildings of Colby 
University, in the midst of a fine campus, with greensward and magnificent elms in 
abundance. This is one of the leading Colleges in the State, and was organized and 
incorporated in 1813 as a Seminary, especially with the idea of training ministers, by 
the Baptist denomination of Maine. It was first called the Maine Literary and The- 
ological Institution, :ind the first President was the Rev. Jeremiah Champlin, d.d. In 
1820 it was granted collegiate powers by the State Legislature at its first meeting, 
and the name was changed to " Waterville College." At the same time important 
donations of land were made. The first graduates after it became a college were 
George Dana Boardman and Ephraim Tripp. The former was the great Baptist mis- 
sionary to the Karens in Burmah, The growth of the College through the middle 
period of the century was gradual and slow, yet steady. At the time of the civil 
war it liad already become a marked force in the life of the State, and contributed 
some of its best and most brilliant members to the Union cause. Among other cele- 
brated alumni of this period was Gen. Benjamin F. Butler. Twenty of Colby's sons 
served in various ways during the war. The beautiful Memorial Hall was erected in 
honor of those who fell in the service. 

In 1867 the name of the institution was changed to Colby University, in honor of 
Gardiner Colby, Esq., of Boston, Mass., who became a very large contributor and 
benefactor. Its influence in the State and New England has always been strongly 
Baptist; but it has always welcomed students of other denominations, and its courses 
are thoroughly scientific and unsectarian. It has now about two hundred students 
and is accomplishing a strong and most useful work. The curriculum is high, many 
talented instructors are connected with the institution, and the presiding administra- 
tion is vigorous and progressive. It has become a vital force in the State, and is not 
only destined to grow continually with it, but beyond it, extending its influence ever 
wider through the country, and advancing the intei-ests both of Waterville and of 
Maine. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF WATERVILLE. 



203 



The social life of Waterville is in no small degree affected by the fact that it is a 
college town. Not too large to be thoroughly permeated by this academic spirit, the 
town is heartily in sympathy with the life and aims of the college. The social season 
practically begins with the college year and closes at its end. Many students enter 
the general society of the town and that of the various churches, and are often its 
active life. Tlie culture and refinement of the town is consequently of a more than 
usually advanced type. As the college acts upon the town, increasing and uplifting 
its intellectual standards, so the town reacts upon the college, adding the charms of 
social life, and these are often among the pleasantest memories of graduates. It is 




still-an open question among educators whether the greater quiet and freedom from 
many temptations which the colleges situated in the country and smaller cities enjoy 
do not more than counterbalance the advantages which come from being situated in 
a great city, and an interested student will find all the great privileges and beauties 
of the former class at the highest point of development in Colby University, here in 
the delightful town of Waterville. 

The immense advances made by the State of Maine as a summer resort have been, 
and will continue to be an even more advantageous influence to Waterville. Situated 
in the center of a most charming district, and itself possessed of many attractions 
for the tourist and summer resident, the advancing years will only serve to increase 
and enhance these. The Maine Central Railroad, which has already done so much in 
advancing tlie town, as its great business increases, makes it better known and more 
appreciated, and every year is marked by a larger number of visitors. The drives in 
and about the town are very beautiful, unsurpassed anywhere in the State. Outside 
of the five handsome buildings of the college and its campus, there are many hand- 



204 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF WATERVILLE. 



some buildings and grounds. Many charming spots of natural interest and beauty 
are in the immediate vicinity; and in every direction, whether by rail, stage-coach or 
ordinary carriage, tlie country opens up great attractions, many of which are not yet 
widely known. The Kennebec and Messaloiiske rivers, beside the other beautiful 
streams and lakes, offer the best facilities for boating and all kinds of aquatic sports. 




The streams and ponds on all sides abound in black and silver bass, and also gamy 
trout, and partridges, quail, woodcock and other game can be found by the enterpriS' 
ing sportsman in considerable numbers and not far away. Even deer have been 
known to venture down near the town, and some have been shot near by in recent 
seasons. No more quiet, restful and attractive spot for a delightful and recuperative 
summer vacation could be discovered. Its convenience to the railroad, and yet unsur- 
passed attractiveness in all the delights of country life, are great points in its favor, 
and will gain in influence every year as they become better known. It is also a great 
railroad center, and this contains great promise of growth. The branch of the Maina 
Central to Skowhegan, tlie two main lines through Levviston and Augusta, and those 
going via. Bangor to Belfast, Bar Harbor, Moosehead Lake and Canada, all meet here 
and make it one of the most traversed spots in the State. Even short acquaintance 
shows one that as a cominerci:il, social and tourist center Waterville has a great 
future before it, which before many decades have passed will make it one of the lead- 
ing cities in the State. And not the least satisfactory consideration is that by reason 
of its location and character, its natural and sanitary advantages, and its cultured and 
progressive people, it is fully worthy of all the prosperity wiiich the great develop- 
ment of Maine has and will biinsi to it. 



LEADING- BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



>^^TER"V"ILi:.E, ME. 




L. A. Presby & Co., Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Dry and Furnishin'jf Goods, Small 
Wares, etc Rubber Goods of All Kinds a Spec- 
ialty. Dunn Block, Waterville. An establish- 
ment which every resident of Waterville has 
reason to be honesily proud of is that con- 
ducted by Messrs. L. A. Presby & Co , iu Dunn 
Block, and we only regret that the necessity of 
keeping this book within reasonable bounds 
compels us to forego giving this enterprise the 
extended notice its merits and comparative 
importance demand. Business was begun in 
1884, and the rapid growth of the trade to its 
present imposing dimensions shows that the 
public have been quick to appreciate the advan- 
tages of dealing with this house. The firm is 
constituted of Mr. L. A. Presby, a native of 
Boston, and Mr. K. W. Dunn, who has passed 
most of his life in Waterville, and is a graduate 
of Colby University. Both a wholesale and re- 
tail business is done, and six stores are occu- 
pied, having total dimensions of 150x75 feet. 
The department devoted to Dry Goods is of 
course a special favorite with the ladies; and 
they have reason to feel pleased at the induce- 
ments offered them, for no house in the county 



is in a position to place a greater variety of 
seasonable goods before its patrons, or to name 
lower prices on standard articles, since they 
manufacture many of their goods, and receive 
them first hand. Everything in tlie Dry Goods 
line is handled by this concern, and whatever 
representation may be made concerning the 
articles on sale may be strictly depended on, 
for no statements are allowed to be made by 
salesmen that are not precisely in accordance 
with the facts. This, of course, has exercised 
a most powerful effect in bringing about the 
present feeling of confidence that is manifested 
by the purchasing public regarding this con- 
cern, and this feeling is also sustained by the 
fact that the various announcements made from 
time to time respecting special sales, etc., have 
always proved to be justified by the actual 
facts. Furnishing Goods and Small Wares are 
handled very largely, and Rubber Goods and 
Boots and Shoes are made a specialty — all de- 
scriptions being dealt in, and only the produc- 
tions of reliable makers offered. Employment 
is given to eight courteous and eflficient assist- 
ants, and all orders, whether large or small, 
ere given prompt attention. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WATERVILLE. 



E. N. Small, Merchant Tailor, Dealer in 
Clothins: and Gents' Furnishing Goods, Main 
Street, Waterville. " It takes all sorts of people 
to make up the world," so everybody admits, 
but at the same time, how few of us can allow 
a man to suit his own taste in matters of dress, 
etc., if it happens to run contrary to our own ; 
Some men prefer Ready made and some prefer 
Cnstom-made garments, and in the large ma- 
jority of cases, every man has good reason for 
■whatever preference he may have. It may be 
stated as a general truth, that any individual 
knows better what is suited to him than any 
other party possibly can, and the wisest course 
to pursue is to do as Mr. E. N. Small does, and 
stand prepared to furnish customers either 
with Custom or Ready-made Clothing, as they 
may choose. Mr. Small was born in West Ver- 
non, and begun operations in his present line 
of busines in 1876. He occupies one floor of 
the dimensions of 25x7o feet, and has ample fa- 
cilities at hand to accomodate his customers in 
the best possible manner and without delay, 
employing eight assistants, and positively 
guaranteeing that every garment leaving his 
hands shall prove as represented. Under these 
cirumstances it is hardly necessary to add that 
Mr. Small's business is thriving and that his 
list of both old and new customers is con- 
stantly increasing. He is connected with both 
the Free Masons and the Odd Fellows and is 
also a member of the Grand Army, having 
formerly served as Orderly Sergeant in Co. A., 
of the 16th Maine, and afterward as a com- 
missioned officer in the Cavalry. He was 
present at Gettysburg and Fredericksburg, 
and certainly has no reason to be ashamed of 
his record. We heartily commend his enter- 
prise for we know that its management is char- 
acterized by honesty and fair dealing. 



D, Gallert, Dealer in Dry Goods, Main St., 
Waterville. There is no use in trying to carry 
on a Dry Goods Store nowadays so as to supply 
the best of goods at the lowest market rates, 
unless considerable experience has been had in 
this line of trade, for the competition is so keen 
that the margin between profit and loss in the 
sale of Dry Goods is very narrow indeed. 
Those who have have had dealings with Mr. 
D. Gallert at his establishment on Main Street, 
will fully agree with us when we say that he 
offers baigains in many lines that it would be 
hard to find equalled elsewhere, and in his case 
we have a good example of what experience 
can do, for he has been engaged in his present 
enterprise for a quarter of a century, having in- 
augurated it in 1862. He is a native of Prussia, 
and a member of the Free Masons, and the es- 
tablishment occupied by him comprises two 
floors of the dimensions of 25x75 feet. The 
stock on hand is so varied and extensive that 
it is impossible to give any adequate description 
of it here, and we can only advise our readers to 
call and see for themselves, as the assortment 
is not only extensive but is offered at prices 
that cannot fail to be appreciated by all careful 
buyers. Both Fancy and Staple articles are 
handled, and five assistants are at hand to give 
customers that prompt and polite attention for 
which Mr. Gallert's establishment has long! 
been noted. 



George W. Dorr, Druggist and Apothe- 
cary, also a full line of Fancy Goods, Cigars,, 
etc.. Main Street, Waterville. An establish- 
ment which contributes its full share to the 
mercantile activity of Waterville is the Drug 
Store of Dr. G. W. Dorr, which is located on 
Main Street. This house was founded by Dr. 
Dorr in 1850. As a Druggist and Chemist of 
experience and practical knowledge he is main- 
taining a first-class position in the profession, 
and holds the esteem and confidence of the en- 
tire community. His handsomely appointed 
store is well stocked with pure and fresh Drugs, 
all the standard Proprietary Medicines, and the 
best Chemicals, as well as Perfumery, fine Soaps 
and other Toilet Articles. The Prescription De- 
partment is under the trustworthy management 
of the proprietor and two assistants, who care- 
fully and conscientiously prepare physicians' 
prescriptions and family recipes at all hours, 
using only pure drugs, and allowing no substi- 
tution in compounding the same. The store 
covers an area of 20x60 feet, and has ample ac- 
commodations for transacting the large and 
prosperous retail business. The most desirable 
inducements are oifered to the public, both in 
excellence of goods and economy of prices. 
Dr. Dorr is a native of Augusta, and a member 
of the Free Masons, and has the requisite talent, 
training and good judgment to win the highest 
success as a thorough master of his profession. 
He also prepares the following specialties: pro- 
prietor of Dorr's Wild Cherry Bitters; Dorr's 
Fragrant Odozone for the Teeth ; Dorr's Com- 
pound Syrup of Tolu, Tar and Wild Cherry, for 
Coughs, etc.; Dorr's Instantaneous Cleanser, — 
knocks the spots out of all kinds of goods, and 
Dorr's Condition Powders. 



W. M. liincoln. Dealer in Groceries, Pro- 
visions and Meats, Main Street, Waterville. It 
is almost an invariable rule that in all centers 
of business, there are certain houses in each 
line of trade that stand pro-eminent, and have, 
by close attention to the wants of their cus- 
tomers, a thorough knowledge of the business 
and purchasing goods direct from first hands, 
built up a trade that goes ahead of that of many 
of their contemporaries. Such an establishment 
in Waterville is the Wholesale and Retail Gro- 
cery, Provision and Grain House of W. M. 
Lincoln. This house was founded in 1857, and 
has, for the past thirty-one years, been the 
center of a first-class trade, which both in ex- 
tent and quality has few, if any, successful 
rivals in Waterville. The premises occupied 
for the business are located on Main Street, and 
comprise two floors, each 40x60 feet in dimen- 
sions, with an additional outside storehouse. 
At the store will be found a full and choice as- 
sortment of Staple and Fancy Groceries, also 
Provisions and Meats, which embraces every- 
thing usually handled by a first-class house in 
this line of trade, and are guaranteed to be the 
best goods to be obtained in the market. Con- 
stant employment is given to two experienced 
clerks and all orders are promptly attended to. 
Mr. Lincoln is a native of Waterville and a 
member of the Free Masons. His high personal 
character is a sufficient guarantee of .the sub- 
stantial and reliable manner in which all busi- 
ness is transacted. 



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F. A. Wing & Co., Commission Merchants 
and Wliolesale Dealers in Foreign and Domestic 
Fruit, Common Street, Waterville. Although 
it is very true that under certain circumstances 
even the most enterprising and liberal business 
methods will fail to bring about satisfactory 
results, still it is an undeniable fact that the 
prosperity of any community depends largely 
upon the character and energy of those carry- 
ing on mercantile operations within its bounda- 
ries. Taking this view of the subject, it is 
evident that the commission merchants of this 
country have done much to establish the repu- 
tation enjoyed by Americans in general for 
shrewdness, foresight, and tbe early adoption 
of the most improved methods, for there is no 
class in the mercantile community that is more 
distinguished for the possession of just these 
qualities than tbat mentioned. The house of 
F. A. Wing & Co.. located on Common Street, 
has only been before the public in its present 
form since 1SS7, but it has already built up a 
very thriving patronage, and maybe considered 
as having "come to stay," in good earnest. Mr. 
Wing was born in Fayette, Me., and is a mem- 
ber of the United Workmen. Foreign and Do- 
mestic Fruits of all kinds are very extensively 
handled at VVholesale, and the premises occu-. 
pied comprise one floor and a basement o# the 
dimensions of 40x65 feet, together with a spa- 
cious storehouse. The facilities enjoyed for the 
procuring and handling of the commodities 
dealt iu are of the very best, and no concern in 
this section is in a position to offer more favor- 
able terms to those who may favor it with an 
order. Superior advantages are also enjoyed in 
the line of Selling Goods on Commission, and 
those consigning articles to Messrs. F. A. Wing 
& Co. may depend on receiving prompt and sat- 
isfactory returns;. Much is already done in 
the commission line, and the business is as yet 
but imperfectly developed. 



Percy Loud, Dealer in Boots and Shoes, 
Main Street, Waterville. No two individuals 
are exactly alike in the matter of general ap- 
pearance, and when we come to particularize 
and compare details, we find even an increased 
dissimilarity. The consequence is, of course, 
that what may suit one vvill be far from suiting 
another; and so we find that if a large custom 
is to be had in any business relating to the sup- 
ply of articles of personal wear, for instance, a 
sufficiently large and varied stock must be 
carried to supply widely varying tastes. It is 
probably owing to his appreciation of this truth 
that one of our Boot and Shoe merchants, Mr. 
Percy Loud, has met with such gratifying suc- 
cess, for at his establishment, located on Main 
Street, may be seen about every imaginable 
style and kiud of footwear, both for the house 
and street use. This gentleman, who is a native 
of Massachusetts, began his business operations 
in Waterville iu 1872, and during the sixteen 
years he has been before the public, he has 
established a reputation for furnishing reliable 
goods at low prices. The premises comprise a 
store and basement, each 20x55 feet in dimen- 
sions, so that it will seen that there is ample 
space to accommodate the large retail trade en- 
joyed. The general prices of this establishment 
will be found as low as is compatible with the 
best of stock and workmanship. 



O. E. Emerson. Dealer in New and Second- 
Hand Stoves, Furniture, Crockery Ware, Tin 
Ware, etc., 21 Main Street, Waterville. There 
can be but very few of the many keeping house 
in Waterville, that have not heard of the estab- 
lishment conducted by Mr. O. E. Emerson at 
No. 21 Main Street, for this gentleman began 
business in 1867, and has dealt in House Fur- 
nishing Goods so long and offered so many at- 
tractive inducements in the purchase of such, 
that his customers are now numbered by the 
thousands, and are to be found throughout Wa- 
terville and its vicinity. Mr. Emerson was bora 
in Bangor, and is a member of the Free Masons. 
The premises utilized by him comprise four 
floors of the dimensions of 2.ix70 feet, and two 
floors measuring 25x40 feet, an immense stock 
being carried of New and Second-Hand Stoves, 
Furniture, Crockery Ware, Tin Ware, etc. This 
stock has been selected with all the intelligent 
judgment that an experience of about twenty- 
one years allows Mr. Emerson to exercise, and 
both as regards variety and completeness it 
would be difficult to improve upon it. Stoves 
of every approved pattern and of all capacities 
for cooking or heating. New and Second-Hand, 
are offered at prices that are bound to attract 
attention, while in the line of Furniture an as- 
sortment is shown that embraces all grades and 
kinds of articles, and includes those designed 
for kitchen, dining room, parlor or bed-chamber. 
Some very decided bargains are to be had in 
this department, and also that devoted to the 
sale of Crockery Ware, while in the way of Tin 
Ware there is to be had all of the one hundred 
and one articles required in modern housekeep- 
ing at bottom prices. Three courteous assis- 
tants are employed and customers given prompt 
and polite attention. 

Edwin Towne, Dealer in Flour, Tea, Cof- 
fee and Spices, No. 17 Main Street, Waterville. 
An accommodating spirit and a determination 
to do the fair thing in every transaction are 
very powerful aids to success in any business 
enterprise, and they have not failed to exercise 
their usual effect in the case of Mr. Edwin 
Towne who begun operations in Waterville in 
1880. At his store. No. 17 Main Street. Mr. 
Towne carries on a thriving trade in Groceries 
and Provisions, and has many regular custom- 
ers who have tested by years of experience the 
genuineness of the bargains and the uniform 
excellence of the goods he has to offer. He is 
a native of Wiuslow, and a member of the Free 
Masons; also a member of A. O. U. W., and is 
widely known in the community as an enter- 
prising and reputable merchant who neglects 
no honorable means to extend his business 
operations. Mr Towne claims to have the best 
line of Flour. Tea, Coffee and Spices in the 
place, and certainly the assortment he exhibits 
of these goods is admirable not only for its 
completeness but also for the standard charac- 
ter of the articles composing it. The premises 
utilized comprise one floor and a basement, 
and measure 22x80 feet, and everything is so 
arranged as to permit of the prompt and accu- 
rate filling of all orders. ''Edwin Towne's 
Best American Soap" is very extensively han- 
dled at this establishment, and those who want 
a superior soap at a low price should give it a 
careful trial. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WATERVILLE. 



liCarned & Brown, Plumbers and Steam 
Fitters, Dealers in all kinds of Plumbing and 
Steam Fitters' Supplies, 27 Main St., opposite 
Post-office, Waterville. The importance of hav- 
ing such work as Steam and Gas Fitting done 
by experienced and skillful hands only, would 
seem to be sufficiently obvious to need no par- 
ticular mention were it not for the fact that 
hardly a day passes but what news is circulated 
of some accident happening, owing to steam or 
gas piping being improperly done. Now there 
is no necessity for such occurrences, as there 
are concerns that are possessed of both the ex- 
perience and the ability to fill all orders for 
Piping and Plumbing in a thoroughly satisfac- 
tory and durable manner, and one of the best- 
known and oldest-established of these is that of 
Learned & Brown, doing business at No. 27 
Main Street; also branch on Bridge Street, Fair- 
field, under the superintendence of John Green. 
The enterprises cairied on by this firm were in- 
augurated in 1865, and has for many years occu- 
pied a leading position among similar undertak- 
ings in this section. Mr. Learned is a native of 
Winslow, Me., and Mr. Brown was born in Bos- 
ton. The premises utilized are 25x60 feet in 
dimensions, and a large stock is carried of Steam, 
Gas and Water Pipes and Fittings of every de- 
scription, these goods being sold at bottom 
prices and guaranteed to be of standard quality 
in every respect. Orders for Piping and Plumb- 
ing will be given prompt and careful attention 
at all times, and as three efficient assistants are 
employed, and the most improved tools and ap- 
pliances at hand, the most difficult jobs can be 
undertaken with a guarantee of complete satis- 
faction. Mr. Learned belongs to the Masons, 
and Mr. Brown belongs to the Odd Fellows. 



C. Shorey & Co., Livery and Boarding 
Stable, rear of Corn*er Market on Temple St., 
Waterville. It would be a shame indeed, if 
there were no way by which strangers in town, 
or others not owning horses could not take ad- 
vantage of the many beautiful drives in the 
vicinity of Waterville, but fortunately abundant 
opportunity is offered to enjoy the drives men- 
tioned, as one of the best equipped Livery 
Stables in this section of the State is carried on 
by Messrs. C. Shorey & Co., in the rear of the 
Corner Market on Temple Street, where two 
floors are utilized of the respective dimensions 
of 40x70 and 20x80 feet. This enterprise was 
inaugurated in 1886 by Mr. C. Shorey, who be- 
came associated a year later with Mr. L. ^V. Rol- 
lins under the present firm-name. Both these 
gentlemen are natives of Albion and members 
of the Free Masons, and they both endeavor to 
serve the public in the best possible manner. 
As a consequence, their establishment is a very 
popular one, and we can unreservedly commend 
it to our readers, for we know that all patrons 
are assured courteous treatment, and that the 
teams furnished are neat, stylish and satisfac- 
tory in every respect. Horses will be taken to 
board and given the best of care and accommo- 
dations, and any special directions given will be 
conscientiously observed. The prices are ex- 
tremely reasonable, and no one entering into 
business relations with this firm will have 
reason to regret it. 



The Waterville Grist Mill, which has 
been run since May 1, 1888, by Mr. W. S. B. 
Runnels, has been thoroughly repaired and en- 
larged, and an addition of one "run" of stone 
has been made by him, also a machine for 
cleansing grain before ground, so that now the 
already well-earned reputation of this establish- 
ment will be enhanced under the management 
of Mr. Runnels. It is very evident to all who 
will take time to observe the bustle and other 
signs of activity about the premises, and it is 
a pleasant and agreeable task for us to chron- 
icle this success, for the reason that it has been 
brought about by purely legitimate means, and 
has been won by hard, earnest and intelligent 
work. The new proprietor, Mr. Runnels, was 
born in Vassalboro, and is a member of the 
Ancient Order of United Workmen, also of the 
Masonic Order. The establishment of which 
he is proprietor occupies two floors of the 
dimensions of 85x80 feet, and is equipped with 
new machinery which is now run by water 
power. Both a wholesale and retail business 
is done, and Flour, Corn, Meal and Feed are 
sold in quantities to suit at positively the lowest 
market rates. That Flour, Meal, etc., are much 
more valuable and nutritious in a perfectly 
fresh condition than when they have been cai'- 
ried#n stock for weeks and months is known to 
all, and one of the reasons of the popularity of 
this establishment is to be found in the fact 
that being a manufacturer, he is able to furnish 
these indispensable commodities fresh ground. 
A heavy trade is also carried on in building 
materials, such as Lime, Cement, Plaster, etc., 
only standard articles being handled, while 
Salt, Hay and Straw are very extensively dealt 
in and carried in stock at all times. Prompt 
and courteous attention is given to customers 
by Mr. Runnels or his two efficient assistants, 
and bottom rates are named on every article. 

Geo. F. Davies, Carriage and Sign Paint- 
er. First-Class Repair Shops Connected. Sav- 
age's Hall, Mechanic Square, Waterville. Among 
the successful business enterprises in Water- 
ville, the Carriage and Sign Painting establish- 
ment of Mr. George F. Davies, occupies a prom- 
inent position in this line. He commenced 
business in Waterville in 1884, and has, through 
his native ability, energy and perseverance, 
built up his present desirable business. The 
premises utilized are located in Savage's Hall, 
Mechanic Square, and are equipped with every 
facility for the execution of Carriage, Sign and 
Ornamental Painting. Mr. Davies is also pre- 
pared to do Repairing in this line and has a 
first-class Repair Shop in connection with his 
other premises. He is doing a flourishing busi- 
ness in his different branches, and guarantees 
satisfaction to every patron. Mr. Davies is 
thoronghly conversant with all the details of 
his business, having been engaged for eleven 
years in Augusta, Me., in the same line of oper- 
ations. Mr. Davies is a native of Sidney, Me., 
and belongs to the Masonic Order and the 
Knights of Pythias. He is prompt and reliable 
in all his engagements, and has, through these 
important qualifications, laid the foundation for 
a prosperous and enviable business career in 
this vicinity in the near future. Mr. Davies is 
a gentleman well-known and highly respected 
in social and business circles of this community. 



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C G. Carleton, Photographer, 66 Main 
Street, Waterville. Probably iu no branch of 
the arts have more improvements been made 
during recent years than in that of photography ; 
and the avidity with which the inventions of 
late days have been availed of by the profes- 
sion, is a convincing proof of the spirit of en- 
terpise which has been a distinguishing feature 
of those concerned in the business. Mr. C. G. 
Oarleton has been established here since 1862, 



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as a Photographic Artist, and has a long and 
practical experience. His Studio is located at 
''oQ Main Street, and comprises Reception and 
Operating Rooms, covering an area of 25x100 
feet, which is considered one of the finest and 
largest in the city. Mr. Cai leton is an example 
of a painstaking, thorough artist. A visit to 
his Studio will amply rep.iy the lover of the 
beautiful and artistic. Mr. Carleton is a native 
Whitefleld, N. H. ; well-known in social as well 
as business circles of this community, being a 
member of the Free Masons. He has achieved 
most honorable distinction as one of the finest 
and best-known Photographic Artists of this 
State. 



S. A. Dickin.son, Harness Manufacturer 
and Dealer in Whips, Robes, Blankets, Bells, 
Trunks, Valises, etc., etc. Rubber Boots for 
Wagons. Horse Cov- 
ers, etc., cor. Temple 
and Main Sts., Water- 
ville. The only way 
to make a good and £ 
satisfactory Harness is 



ductions. Using strong and standard material, 
and paying strict attention to every detail of 
the manufacture, Mr. Dickinson is enabled to 
fully guarantee that his Harnesses shall stand 
every proper test to which they may be sub- 
jected, while he supplies them at the lowest mar- 
ket rates. Mi-. Dickinson is a native of VViscasset, 
Me., and has been engaged in the Harness busi- 
ness about sixteen years ; his father being in 
the same business in Wiscasset for twenty 
years. Therefore he is thoroughly conversant 
with every detail of the business, and warrants 
his goods to stand hard and constant usage. 



J. H. Wood, Dealer in Jewelry, Watches, 
and Silver Ware, Main St., Waterville. Among 
the many prominent concerns engaged in this 
line of business is that of Mr, J. H. Wood. 
This house was established by Mr. Wood in 
18H2, and since that date he has achieved grat- 
ifying success, and is now the proprietor of the 
attractive establishment located on Main Street. 
This establishment comprises a store 1.5x.iOfeet 
in dimensions. Here can be found a stock of 
Jewelry, Watches and Silver Ware of the finest 
workmanship and most artistic design and fin- 
ish, and everything in the Jewelry line that is 
to be found in a first-class and thoroughly- 
equipped establishment of this kind. Mr.VVood 
is a native of this State, and is a prominent 
member of the Free Masons. He is an enter- 
prising and reliable business man, well-known 
throughout the community as he has been so 
long engaged in this business and so well 
known to the trade. We are not called upon 
to make any pei'soual comments. In general 
regard his house is one with which it is desir- 
able to maintain business relations. 



to combine thorough 
workmanship with the 
best of materials, and 
he who attempts to do 

business on any other basis is sure to produce 
an inferior article. This seems sufficiently ob- 
vious to be understood by all, but nevertheless, 
many of the Harnesses on the market are by no 
means what they should be, being made more 
to sell than to use ; and therefore we believe 
it will be of value to such of our readers as may 
have occasion to purchase a Harness, to know 
where the same may be obtained, made in such 
a manner that satisfaction can be guarranteed. 
We have reference to the establishment con- 
ducted by Mr. S. A. Dickinson, at the corner of 
Temple and Mnin Streets, for this gentleman 
has attained a reputation for careful and dur- 
able work, that will be found to be fully de- 
served by those who may make trial of his pro- 
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Li. H. Soper, Dry Goods, 54 Main Street, 
Waterville. It is to the fair sex that the dealer 
in Dry Goods looks for the bulk of his patron- 
age, and as this is the case, it is evident that 
among the ladies can the popularity of an es- 
tablishment of this kind be best ascertained. 
Abiding by the verdict there obtained, we have 
no hesitation in according a prominent position 
to the enterprise carried on by Mr. L. H. Soper, 
at 54 Main Street; for this undertaking must be 
well worthy of patronage or it would never re- 
ceive the many warm commendations we have 
heard bestowed upon it. Mr. Soper was born 
in Oldtown, and begun operations here in 1877. 
The premises utilized by him consist of two 
floors, measuring 25x75 feet and fully occupied 
with a heavy and skillfully selected stock of 
Dry Goods of standard quality, embracing 
many of the latest and most fashionable novel- 
ties of the day. In the line of Dress Goods 
alone, such decided inducements are offered as 
to more than repay the trouble of a visit, and 
we need not remind those who have had deal- 
ings with Mr. Soper, that every article leaving 
his store is sure to prove just as represented. 
Employing six efficient and always courteous 
assistants, he is able to assure all callers quick 
and polite attention, and, as is well known, 
makes it a point to allow no one to undersell 
him, the quality and style of the goods offered 
being taken into consideration. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WATERVILLE. 




Colby University, President, Rev, G. D. 
B. Pepper, College Street, Waterville. From 
the landing of the Puritans up to the present 
day, New England has always provided the best 
possible educational facilities, and the wisdom 
of this course, even from a strictly utilitarian 
point of view, has been the theme of many an 
orator and writer. The mentfil training acquired 
in our schools and colleges has done much to 
enable New Englanders to deserve the reputa- 
tion for culture, enterprise and progressive ideas 
that they hold throughout the civilized world, 
and the idea that education unfitted a man to 
engage in the struggles and combats of mer- 
cantile life has long since been abandoned by 
all save a few determined enemies to progress 
of any kind. One of Waterville's most popular 
institutions, and one whose influence is much 
more powerful and far-reaching than many 
people suppose, is that known as Colby Univer- 
sity, located on College Street. This was char- 
tered in 1820, and was known as the "Water- 
ville College " for many years, assuming its 
present title in 1867. The President, Reverend 
G. D. B. Pepper, d.d., ll. d , ranks with the 
best-known and most successful educators in 
the country, and those who have the advantages 
derived from the training received at the estab- 
lishment under his charge have reason to con- 
gratulate themselves on the perfection of their 
equipment. We might present a long list of 
distinguished graduates of Colby University, 
but refrain from doing so, as however interest- 
ing such a list might be, it might convey a 
wrong idea of the aims of the institution. Its 



management conscientiously endeavor to fit the 
pupils under their charge for tlie all-important 
duties of American citizenship, and however 
gratified they may be when some of their stu- 
dents attain distinction, they find their best 
reward in the thought that the educated, earnest 
n.eu who graduate from the University cannot 
fail to exert a proiiouned influence in the happy 
settlement of the many important questions 
now crowding upon us as a people. There are 
eight buildings occupied and about one hundred 
and twenty students are in attendance. We would 
like to give a detailed description of the vari- 
ous departments of the University, but space 
forbids and we will simply state that every pro- 
vision is made for careful and thorough instruc- 
tion, and the health of the pupils is zealously 
guarded. 

George Jewell, Proprietor Elmwood Hotel 
and Silver Street Livery, Hack and Boarding 
Stables, Waterville. There is no disputing the 
fact that the "Elmwood" Liveiy, Hack and 
Boarding Stables occupy a leading position 
among similar establishments of the kind in 
Waterville; and it is perfectly natural that such 
should be the case, for their proprietor is one 
of the most experienced stable-keepers in the 
State and spares no expense to afford his cus- 
tomers every accommodation. The enterprise 
under his charge was inaugurated in 1858, and 
we are happy to say that never before in its 
history did its future look more prosperous, 
and never before was Captain Jewell better 
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first-class and satisfactory manner. He is a 
native of Waterville and a member of the Free 
Masons, also Odd Fellows and is one of the 
representative men of this community, havinjj 
a very large circle of friends and being very 
popular both socially and in a business way. 
The "Elmwood" Stables, are located at the 
Elmwood Hotel and on Silver St., and are the 
most extensive as well as the best appointed in 
Waterville, employment being given to ten as- 
sistants. Captain Jewell gives personal atten- 
tion to the Letting and Boarding of horses and 
is consequently enabled to guarantee prompt 
attention and efficient service to such as may 
favor him with their patronage. His establish- 
ments are well supplied with horses, carriages, 
etc., intended for letting purposes, so that the 
large livery trade carried on can be fully accom- 
modated, and we can assure those who have 
not yet made trial of Captain Jewell's facilities 
that they are equal to the best and are in fact 
far superior to those of the average livery 
stable, while his prices are low and equitable. 
Hacks will be furnished for all public occasions 
such as Funerals, Weddings, Parties, etc., and 
commodious and easy-riding barges together 
with experienced and careful drivers, will be 
supplied to large excursion parties, etc. All of 
the horses, vehicles, harnesses, etc., used in the 
Elmwood stables are kept in first-class condi- 
tion, and as a consequence the most fastidious 
customers can find no reasonable ground for 
complaint. 



V. J. Goodridgre, Manufacturing Jeweler 
and Dealer in Watches, Clocks, Jewelry and 
Silver Ware; also Diamonds and Optical Goods, 
Main Street, Waterville. Among Waterville 
establishments which have great and deserved 
popularity, that of Mr. F. J. Goodridge, located 
on Main Street, deserves prominent mention, 
for although this enterprise was only inaugu- 
rated in 1880, it has long since gained the full 
confidence of the public. Mr. Goodridge, who 
is a native of Dexter, and a member of the 
Knights of Pythias, is a Manufacturing Jeweler 
and Dealer in Watches, Clocks, Jewelry and Sil- 
ver Ware, and being thoroughly acquainted with 
the practical details of the manufacture of jew- 
elry and similar articles, he is able to intelli- 
gently recommend to his customers such goods 
as he deems adapted to their use. By liberal 
and strictly honorable dealing, he has gained 
the entire confidence of those who have done 
business with him, and everything coming from 
his store may be implicitly depended upon in 
every respect. One floor, 24x0.5 feet in size, is 
occupied, and the assortment of goods shown is 
noteworthy both on account of its extent and 
its completeness. Watches in Gold and Silver 
cases are offered in great variety, at bottom 
prices, and Mr. Goodridge is prepared to furnish 
a perfectly reliable time-piece at an extremely 
low figure. In Clocks also, some surprising in- 
ducements are extended, and in the line of Sil- 
ver Ware he shows the latest productions of the 
most popular manufacturers. Diamonds and 
Optical Goods are given jjarticular attention, 
and Mr, Goodridge has some beautiful brilliants 
in stock, set in the most fashionable manner 
and offered at prices as low as can possibly be 
afforded. 



LfOW Brothers, Star Laundry, Main Street, 
Waterville. New England people as a general 
thing are rather conservative, and are not given 
to making changes without some good reason 
exists for doing so; but on the other hand, they 
are quick to recognize genuine merit, and hence 
may be depended upon to patronize any really 
worthy enterprise to which their attention may 
be called. As a case in point, let us refer to the 
high degree of .success attained by the popular 
"Star Laundry," of which Messrs. Low Brothers 
are the proprietors, located on Main Street. 
This enterprise was inaugurated in 1885, and 
some little time elapsed before any considerable 
amount of business was done, but as soon as 
the fine character of the work turned out be- 
came known, and it was learned that the prices 
were as reasonable as the work was satisfactory, 
a large patronage was accorded the firm, and 
this has steadily and rapidly increased up to 
the present time. Both mpmbers of the firm 
are natives of Belfast, and to both must due 
credit be given for the establishment of an in- 
dirstry so useful to the community, for both 
have worked hard and earnestly to keep all 
promises made, and to thoroughly cleanse the 
finest fabrics without injuring them in the 
slightest degree. The public has long since 
discovered that the cock and bull stories circu- 
lated by certain interested parties, calculated to 
convey the impression that goods intrusted to 
a public laundry would be soon destroyed, were 
entirely unworthy of credence, for however it 
may be with other concerns, the Star Laundry 
employs no agents or machines that could pos- 
sibly harm the articles treated by them. 



Lowell & Putnam, Manufacturers of 
Fine Havana and Domestic Cigars; Private 
Brands a Specialty. Dealers in Chewing and 
Smoking Tobaccoes, Pipes, Cigarettes, etc., etc., 
corner of Main and Common Streets, Water- 
ville. We know that smokers who are not yet 
acquainted with the establishment conducted 
by Messrs. Lowell & Putnam, at the corner of 
Main & Common Streets, will thank us for ad- 
vising them to make trial of some of the fine 
brands of Cigars and Tobacco there obtainable, 
for the firm mentioned is really offering some 
superior and exceptional inducements to users 
of Tobacco, and by so doing have already built 
up a very large trade, although business was 
not begun until 1887. Mr. Lowell is a native of 
Lewistou and Mr. Putnam of Lewiston, the 
former being an Odd Fellow and the latter a 
member of the Knights of Pythias. The store 
occupied measures 18x.35 feet, and contains a 
very extensive and intelligently selected stock 
of Chewing and Smoking Tobaccoes, Pipes. Cig- 
arettes and Smokers' Articles in general, to- 
gether with a magnificent assortment of Cigars 
made by this concern, and including articles 
made of the finest imported stock as well as 
those of choice domestic material. Messrs. 
Lowell & Putnam are able to quote very low 
prices on Cigars, as they save one profit by re- 
tailing their own goods, and depend more on 
the magnitude of their business than anything 
else to repay them. Customers are given 
courteous and prompt attention, and the list 
of regular patrons is already a large one. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WATERVILLE. 



F. A. Robbins, Harness Maker and Uphol- 
sterer, Furniture, Sleif^lis and Carriages Uphol- 
stered. Harnesses made to order and kept 
constantly on hand. Head of Silver Street, 
Sign of the Big Whip, Waterville. Those who 
have made trial of the pro- 
ductions of Mr. F. A. Rob 
bins, doing business at the 
head of Silver St., (Sign oi 
the Big Whip) need no urg 
ing to patronize him in the 
future, for such uniformly 
excellent -work as he turns 
out is not so common as to 
excite no comment or ad- 
miration. Mr. Robbins is a 
native of Skowhegan, and i« 
connected with both the 
Odd Fellows and the Order 
of United Workmen, having 
carried on his present under- 
taking since 187C, and being 
among tbe best and most 
favorably known of the mer- 
chants of Waterville. He is 
extensively engaged in the 
manufacture of harnesses, 
and as he has always en- 
deavored to use only reliable 
material and put the best of 
work into such articles, it is 
not surprising that his repu- 
tation in this line of manu- 
facture is an unusually high 
one. A fine assortment of 
single and double harnesses 
is kept constantly on hand, 
and the facilities for the turning out of order 
work are such that these goods can be made to 
order at very short notice, when desired, and at 
the lowest market rates. Much is also done in 
in the Upholstering line, he carrying a full line 
of Upholstery Goods, and a specialty is made of 
the upholstering of Furniture, which is attended 
to in tlie most careful and artistic manner and 
all work warranted to be satisfactory. Mr. 
Robbins employs two skilled assistants and oc- 
cupies premises 22x4,5 feet in size. Fair dealing 
is assured to all customers and we can heartily 
recommend this establishment. 




W. E. Cbadwick, Dealer in Pianos, Or- 
gans and Sewing Machines, Main Street, Water- 
ville. A well-established and highly-regarded 
business enterprise in Waterville, is that con- 
ducted by W. E. Chadwick, at No. 37 Main St., 
for the sale of Pianos, Organs and Sewing 
Machines. Its inception was in 1884, and since 
that date the present proprietor has had sole 
control. As is well-known, it is particularly 
desirable when purchasing a Piano, Organ or 
Sewing Machine, to be sure that you will re- 
ceive honorable and liberal treatment, for 
certain unscrupulous manufacturers have pro- 
duced such close imitations, as regards appear- 
ance, etc., of standard and popular articles in 
this line, that no one who is not an expert in 
judging such goods can be assured that they 
will not be deceived. Mr. Chadwick is a grad- 
uate of Bryant & Stratton's Business College 
of Boston, and was, for a number of years 
after leaving that College, emp/oyed by the 



New England Organ Co., of Boston. The ex- 
perience which he had with this large house, 
together with that which he has had since, in 
business for himself in Waterville, has made 
him perfectly familiar with the almost endless 
varieties of Pianos, Organs and Sewing Ma- 
chines on the market at the present time, and 
one buying of him may rest assured that the 
purchase will prove strictly as represented in 
every respect. A large assortment is on hand 
to choose from and the lowest market rates 
prevail. Mr. Chadwick is a native of Water- 
ville and one of our best-known business men. 
He is a member of the Free Masons and Odd 
Fellows- 



Henry A. Taber, Plumbing and Steam 
Heating. Agent for the Gorton Steam Heating 
Boiler. Water Street, Augusta; Branch Store 
on Temple Street, Waterville. The importance 
of the work done by the Plumber is so evident 
that even the least observing cannot fail to 
appreciate it, partially at all events; and it is on 
account of its importance that we feel sure that 
our readers will be interested in learning of a 
Plumbing Establishment which stands second 
to none in the character of the work done and 
the fair treatment extended to every customer. 
We refer to that conducted by Mr. Henry A. 
Taber, on Water Street, Augusta, and Temple 




Street, Waterville. We feel confident that the 
closest investigation and most careful trial will 
only serve to confirm the go'id opinion which 
we hold of the enterprise. It was established 
in Augusta in 1878, and in Waterville in 1887. 
A fine stock is carried of Plumbing Materials 
of all kinds, which are offered at the lowest 
market rates. Mr. Taber is most excellently 
prepared to fill all orders with the least pos- 
sible delay, for he gives employment to eight 
skilled and experienced assistants, and has 
every facility at hand to aid him in turning out 
the best of work. He gives close personal at- 
tention to the many details of his business, be- 
ing a practical Plumber himself, and the result 
of his endeavors to please his customers is to 
be seen in the trade carried on, which is already 
extensive and is steadily increasing. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WATERVILLE. 



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G. S. Flood & Co., Shippers and Dealers 
in all kinds of Anthracite and Bituminous Coal, 
Wood, Lime, Cement, Hair, Pressed Hay, Straw 
and Drain Pipe. Coal Yards and Office, corner 
Main and Pleasant Streets ; Down-Town Office, 
Marston Block, Waterville. The residents of 
Waterville are to be congratulated on having so 
enterprising and honorable a house of which to 
procure their supplies of coal, etc., as is that 
conducted by Messrs. G. S. Flood & Co., having 
their yards and up-town office at the corner of 
Main and Pleasant Sts., and also maintaining a 
down-town office in Marston Block. This en- 
terprise was started by Mr. E. C. Low in 1875, 
and passed under the control of Mr. G. S. Flood 
a year later. The present firm was formed in 
1882, and has met with great success in its 
efforts to extend and develop the trade now en- 
joyed. Mr. G. S. Flood is a native of Clinton, 
and both he and his associates in business are 
vei'y widely known throughout this section. 
The coal yards of the firm cover about an acre 
and a quarter of land, and eight buildings are 
utilized in the carrying on of the business, em- 
ployment being given to ten competent hands. 
Anthracite and Bituminous Coal of all kinds 
are handled very largely, both at wholesale and 
retail, and the relations had with producers are 
such that customers of this firm are assured the 
lowest market rates, whether large or small 
quantities are ordered. Prompt delivery is an- 
other popular feature of the management of 
the business, and no pains are spared to insure 
satisfaction. Wood, Lime. Cement, Hair, Straw, 
Pressed Hay, and Drain Pipe are also dealt in 
in quantities to suit, and fair dealing and cour- 
teous treatment may be confidently expected 
by all doing business with this popular concern 



J. G. Darrab, Crockery and Glassware, 
General Variety. Main Street, Waterville. It 
is very nearly a score of years since the enter- 
prise conducted by Mr. J. G. Darrah on Main 
Street, was inaugurated, and as may be sup- 
posed from the fact that " experience teaches" 
he is now better prepared than ever to supply 
the public with anything in his line at the most 
satisfactory prices, and when we speak of 
" anything in his line," we are aware that we 
are covering a wide ground, for Mr. Darrah 
handles a general variety of goods, besides giv- 
ing particular attention to the sale of Crockery 
and Glassware. Two floors are occupied, of the 
dimensions of 30x45 feet and the stock carried 
is a very heavy one, comprising every staple 
article in the commodities handled as well as 
many of the latest and most fashionable novel- 
ties. Mr. Darrah is a native of Richmond, and 
is connected with the Knights of Pythias. He 
gives employment to three assistants, who will 
be found courteous and well informed, and 
strives to give every customer, not only per- 
fectly fair and equitable treatment but also 
prompt and painstaking attention. A large 
business has been built up by the steady em- 
ployment of such methods, and as Mr. Darrah's 
prices are always as low as the lowest while his 
goods are uniformly reliable, his trade is sure 
to grow as long as he serves the public so faith- 
fully and intelligently. Mr. Darrah has also a 
branch store on the old Post Office Stand with 
the largest stock of Fancy Goods in the State. 



F. M. Hanson, Livery and Boarding Stable, 
Silver Street, Waterville. The establishment 
conducted by Mr. F. M. Hanson, on Silver St., 
and popularly known as a First-Class Stable, 
was founded by him in 1882, and is one of the 
best public Stables in Waterville. The prem- 
ises utilized measure 90x23 feet, and comprise 
two floors, there being a number of stalls and 
accomodations for several Carriages. Mr. Han- 
son employs only competent and reliable assist- 
ants, and spares no pains to keep at the "top of 
the heap," as regards the accomodations he 
offers his customers. He does not proceed on 
the principle that apparently actuates many 
stable-keepers — giving the least possible service 
for the greatest possible sum — but on the con- 
trary, realizes that the same laws that govern 
success in any other legitimate business are 
applicable to his own, and that a satisfied pat- 
ron is not only apt to come again, but to induce 
one or more friends to follow his example. As 
a consequence, Mr. Hanson's business is an 
increasing one, and those favoring him with an 
order may depend upon its being promptly and 
satisfactorily filled. Those wishing to board 
their horses will find this Stable to possess every 
facility requisite for the good care and comfort 
of horses, and would do well to give it a trial. 
Mr. Hanson is a native of So. Windham, Me., 
and a highly respected resident of Waterville. 
He makes his charges as low as the proper 
maintenance of his plant will permit, and they 
will bear comparison with those asked for far 
inferior accomodations. 

S. S. Vose & Son, Photographers, Main 
Street, Waterville. Although it is unquestion- 
ably coi-rect to speak of Photographs as " sun- 
pictures," and to say that they are produced by 
the action of light upon a surface made sensi- 
tive by proper treatment, still the sun does not 
do everything by any means, for if it did there 
would be no good photographers and no bad ones 
and one man possessed of the necessary appa- 
ratus could do just as good work as another. 
This we know is not the case, and it is there- 
fore evident that human taste and skill enter 
largely into the bringing about of satisfactory 
results, and that to procure a good picture one 
must patronize a competent artist. Since 
Messrs. S. S. Vose & Son began operations here, 
in ISSU, they have often proved their ability to 
turn out portraits equal to the best, and we 
have no hesitation in advising any of our read- 
ers who may desire a faithful and life-like rep- 
resentation of themselves or of a friend to give 
this popular concern a trial. It is made up of 
Mr. S. S. Vose, a native of Cape Cod and a mem- 
ber of the Odd Fellows, and Mr. E. A. Vose, 
who was born in Turner and is connected with 
the Knights of Pythias. The former gentleman 
is also a member of the Grand Army; and as a 
private in Co. I, of the IGth Maine, he fought in 
the great Rebellion, was taken prisoner at the 
Battle of Gettysburg, and only released after 
IG months and 20 days of captivity. The prem- 
ises occupied as a studio, reception room, etc., 
comprise two floors, of the dimensions of 20x60 
feet, and are conveniently fitted up for the com- 
fort of patrons and the doing of the best work. 
Sittings will be given until satisfaction is at- 
tained, and very low prices are quoted on all 
classes of work. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WATERVILLE. 



C. A. HUl, Livery, Boarding and Sale 
Stable, Main Street, Waterville. Although the 
day of stages has passed away, the demand for 
the Livery Business lias only increased with 
advancing wealth and retinement, and the first- 
class Livery Stable is now, as much as ever, and 
it will continue to be, a practical necessity in 
every cultivated community. The Livery Busi- 
ness of Mr. C. A. Hill of this place, was estab- 
lished here in 1872, and has continued unin- 
terruptedly since then to meet all demands 
upon its services in the most prompt, courteous 
and satistactory manner, being without a 
superior in this vicinity, and ranking with the 
best city stables. The line Stable now occupied 
and used, is located on Main Street, and covers 
an area ol oUxGO feet, and is fitted up and stocked 
in the most appropriate style. Horses and 
Carriages are kept constantly in readiness, and 
the most satisfactory and agreeable arrange- 
ment can be made at any time for any of the 
requirements of a first-class Livery Stable. The 
public will also find the best opportunities here 
for boarding and the sale of horses. The ad- 
vantages of this stable and the liberal and re- 
liable methods of its able proprietor are too 
well known to the residents of Waterville to 
need any commendation. Mr. Hill is a native 
of Skowhegan, a member of the Odd Fellows, 
and is universally awarded a place among our 
most honorable and representative citizens. 



Fred. Pooler, Dealer in Groceries, Water 
Street, Waterville. In compiling the various 
industries of Wateiville, the Eetail Grocery 
trade assumes a decided importance. Among 
those who supply fresh groceries is the house 
of Mr. Fred. Fooler. His store is located on 
Water Street, and is well stocked with choice 
Staple and Fancy Groceries of every descrip- 
tion. This business was established by Mr. 
Pooler in 1863. having been under its present 
management for the past twenty-five years. 
The store is 23x65 feet in dimensions, and is ad- 
mirably arranged for the extensive business 
transacted. Courteous clerks are employed, 
who wait upon customers in a polite and atten- 
tive manner, and all goods are delivered promp- 
ly when desired. This is one of the oldest 
pstablishments in its line in Waterville. Mr. 
Pooler is a native of Waterville. He is well and 
favorably known throughout the community, 
and numbers his friends by the score; and his 
prices will be found as reasonable as any in 
town for the same quality of goods. 



mission prompt and painstaking attention. 
The enterprise conducted by Messrs. Spaulding 
& Kennison, was started in 1875 by Mr. S. D. 
Savage, but for a considerable time has been 
under the control of its present proprietors. 
Mr. Spaulding is a native of Waterville, while 
Mr. Kennison was born in Norridgewock; the 
latter gentleman being a member of the Knights 
of Pythias. One floor is occupied of the dimen- 
sions of 30x85 feet, and a full assortment of 
Paints and Painters' Materials is carried, thus 
enabling all orders to be filled without delay. 
The work done will be found to be both durable 
and elegant in appearance, while the lowest 
rates consistent with the employment of first- 
class materials are maintained. 



Spauldiiig- & Kennison, Carriage, House 
and Sign Painters, West Temple Street, Water- 
ville. House and Sign Painting and Ceiling 
Decoration, are three different trades, each re- 
quiring special practice and skill, and it is 
comparatively seldom that a concern is found 
that is prepared to execute orders in any or all 
of these lines at short notice, and with a guar- 
antee of satisfaction. Such, however, is the 
position held by Messrs. Spaulding iVs Kennison, 
doing business on West Temple Street; and we 
can assure any of our readers who may wish 
anything done in their line, that they cannot 
possibly do better than to favor the firm itUuded 
to with their orders, as every facility is at hand 
and skilled labor available to give every com- 



Waterville Water Company, Water- 
ville. The idea of Waterville without a water- 
supply is hardly consistent with the name of 
that thriving town, and we are happy to say 
there is a water-supply, and a most excellent 
one, too ; for since the Waterville Water Com- 
pany put in the present system in 1887, this 
town has no reason to fear comparison on this 
score with any of its neighbors. As a matter 
of fact, this is one of the largest systems in the 
State of Maine, as it supplies both Waterville 
and Fairfield through some twenty miles of ca- 
pacious cast-iron mains. It is a great conven- 
ience to manufacturers, of course, and is well 
appreciated by them, the immense car shops of 
the Maine Central Eailroad, for instance, being 
supplied by the Company ; but after all the best 
reason why its introduction should be a cause 
for rejoicing, is the powerful influence it will 
exert on the prevention of disease. One of the 
most celebrated physicians the world has ever 
seen has declared as the result of his life-expe- 
rience, that "dirt and disease are inseparable," 
and the dictates of common sense echo the 
sentiment. Without wholesome diinking wa- 
ter, no community can be healthful, for pure 
air, pure food and good habits, powerful as 
they are in warding off disease, are all of no 
avail when the system is being poisoned by the 
use of water containing organic and refuse 
matter. The surprising, but well-authenticated 
cases of chronic disease which have been 
brought about by the continuous use of certain 
mineral waters, are too well known to require 
detailed mention here, but it may not be gen- 
erally understood that the virtue of these wa- 
ters is not so much owing to their "mineral" 
character as to their freedom from animal or 
vegetable contamination. " Sulphur Springs " 
are all very well, but the same water with the 
sulphur removed would be still more effica- 
cious, excepting perhaps in the treatment of 
diseases of the skin. The water supplied by 
the Waterville Water Company is taken from 
the famous Messalonskee Lake, at Crumraett's 
Mills, and is forced by the most pawerful steam- 
pump in the State into a capacious earth reser- 
voir, lying some two miles west of the Kenne- 
bec, at an elevation of 225 feet. No expense 
has been spared to make this system fully equal 
to the most extraordinary demand that will be 
made upon it, and so far as human foresight 
can provide for the future, the customers of 
the Company are assured a constant and ade- 
quate supply. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WATERVILLE. 



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E. Gilpatrick, Carpenter, Water Street, 
Waterville. In spite of the fact that many ser- 
ious objections have been raised to contract 
work, it is indisputable that these have been 
due to abuses of the system and not to any in- 
herent fault in the system itself, as we think is 
fully proved by the fact that in the proper 
hands, contract work invariably proves satis- 
factory and advantageous to all parties con- 
cerned. We believe that all contracts made 
with Mr. E. Gilpatrick, the popular Carnenter 
and Builder, doing business on Water Street, 
will be carried out to the satisfaction of all reas- 
onable persons, and our reason for this belief is 
to be found in the record made by the gentle- 
man alluded to since he began operations in 
1870. He is a native of Washington, Me., and 
since the inception of his business has executed 
many commissions in the carpentering and 
building line, in a manner that has conclusively 
proved his fitness for his chosen occupation. 
The premises occupied are of the dimensions of 
30x7U feet, and employment is ordinarily given 
to about ten assistants, although this force can 
be quickly and largely added to should occasion 
require. Mr. Gilpatrick is prepared to contract 
for about everything in the line of house-build- 
ing, and his exijerience and facilities are such 
that we can and do, most heartily, advise those 
of our readers who want anything of the kind 
done to call and see what ho has to offer. 



in this line of business by all of those in the 
vicinity who handle horses for the market, so 
that the best driving horses are to be obtained 
of Messrs. G. H, Wilshire «fe Co., as they have 
their pick of what are offered for sale. Any 
required information will be cheerfully given, 
and intending purchasers cannot afford to let 
this establishment remain unvisited. 



George H. Wilshire & Co., Dealers in 
Carriages of All Kinds, and Sale Stable for 
Horses. Gentlemens' Driving Horses Always 
on Hand and for Sale. Repository on Union 
Street, near Elmwood Hotel, Waterville. An 
establishment which can be unhesitatingly rec- 
ommended to those wishing to purchase any- 
thing in the line of Carriages, Horses, or Horse 
Furnishings of Any Kind is that carried on by 
Messrs. George H. Wilshire & Co., on Union 
Street, near the Elmwood Hotel. Although 
there is popularly supposed to be more danger 
of imposition in buying horses than there is in 
the procuring of almost any other article of 
trade, still we think that this belief is but ill- 
founded, for it has been our experience that 
honorable men practice honorable methods 
whether it be horses or houses that they sell. 
At all events, the reputation of the firm we 
have mentioned is too high to allow of the least 
doubt of the integrity of the gentlemen consti- 
tuting it, and those who may do business with 
them may rest assured that every article sold 
will prove just as represented. The concern is 
made up of Messrs. George H. Wilshire and J. 
M. Bunker, the former a prominent Free Mason 
and a native of Waterville, and the latter of 
Dover, N. H. Business was begun in 1882, and 
the many decided advantages offered to custom- 
ers soon built up a laige trade which has con- 
tinued to steadily and rapidly increase. The 
repository occupies two floors and a basement, 
40x60 feet in size, and contains a large and un- 
usually varied and complete stock of Carriages 
of All Kinds, Sleighs, Harnesses, etc. Special 
attention is given to the supplying of Gentle- 
mens' Driving Horses, and a desirable selection 
of such animals is always to be found here. 
This firm is known to be particularly interested 



F. A. Liovejoy, Jeweler, 100 Main Street, 
Waterville. Waltham Watches a Specialty. 
No man can afford to be without a watch now- 
adays, for in the first place they are sold at 
a very low price, and then again it is generally 
considered that a man who has no watch, can- 
not set much value upon his time anyway. It 
is not necessary for us to speak in praise of 
Waltham Watches. They are known through- 
out the civilized world, and are as highly re- 
garded as they are well-known, for their sterl- 
ing qualities have been often proved, under all 
conditions and in every variety of circum- 
stances. Therefore we will simply state that 
Mr. F. A. Lovejoy of No. 100 Main St., makes a 
specialty of Waltham Watches and is prepared 
to furnish them in all grades and in all cases, at 
prices varied enough to permit of all purses as 
well as all tastes being satisfied. He carries a 
fine assortment in stock and anyone wanting a 
good, reliable and handsome time- keeper, 
should most certainly make him an early call. 
He does not confine his business to the sale of 
Watches, by any means, however, and offers 
some decided inducements in the way of Jew- 
elry, Silver Ware, etc. One floor is occupied, 
measuring 22x40 feet, and the assortment car- 
ried is displayed to excellent advantage. Mr. 
Lovejoy warrants his goods to prove as repre- 
sented, and the most inexperienced may buy of 
him without the least fear of imposition. He 
a native of Bath, Me., and founded his present 
undertaking in 1884. Mr. Lovejoy is a member 
of the Free Masons and has a large circle of 
friends throughout this vicinity. 



Paul Marshall, Dealer in Groceries and 
Provisions, Water Street, Waterville. Among 
the many fine establishments located in Water- 
ville and utilized by their proprietors for the 
prosecution of the Grocery and Provision busi- 
ness, it is with pleasure that we call attention 
to the one now conducted by Mr. Paul Marshall. 
This house was established in 1882, by its pres- 
ent able proprietor, who now conducts a pop- 
ular and first-class Grocery and Provision es- 
tablishment. The premises are located on 
Main Street and comprise a store 25x60 feet in 
dimensions, which is fitted up with every nec- 
essary requisite for the proper conduct of the 
business. Mr. Marshall deals in every descrip- 
tion of goods in the Grocery and Provision line, 
embracing both staple and fancy Groceries and 
choice, fresh Provisions. The steadily increas- 
ing retail trade necessitates the employment of 
two experienced clerks, and the details of the 
business are most ably handled. Mr. Marshall 
is a native of Waterville, and a live, active 
business man, and few stand in advance of him 
in the commercial circles of this city. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WATERVILLE. 



Li. W. Rogers, Proprietor of the Water- 
ville Tea and Coffee Store, and Dealer in Fancy 
Groceries, Wholesale and Retail. Waterville. 
It is pleasant to be able to call attention to an 
enterprise which one feels will be found want- 
ing in nothing that would add to its facilities 
for serving the public; and therefor it is an 
agreeable task to allude to the undertaking 
carried on by Mr. L. W. Rogers, under the name 
of the Waterville Tea & Coffee Store, for this 
enterprise is lacking in nothing that should 
be found in a first-class, modern Grocery 
and Tea House, and the high record it has made 
in the past is ample guarantee that it will be 
conducted in the most liberal and accomodating 
manner. It was founded in 1880, and has 
steadily and rapidly increased in importance. 
The premises occupied comprise two floors and 
a basement, of the dimensions of 37x80 feet. 
and employment is given to five eflScient and 
polite assistants. The assortment of Teas and 
Coffees on hand is remarkable alike for the 
variety and general excellence of the goods, 
and Mr. Rogers deals so largely in them he is 
enabled to quote very low prices for strictly 
reliable articles. Both a wholesale and retail 
business is done, and all orders are attended to 
"with promptness and accuracy. Both staple 
and fancy Groceries are handled, and a lull 
supply of everything required for family use is 
at all times on hand. Mr. Rogers was born in 
Oldtown, and is one of the best-known of our 
men of business. 



A. Otten, City Bakery, Temple Street, Wa- 
terville. We are desirous of calling the atten- 
tion of our readers to the well-known Bakery, 
located on Temple Street, which has been from 
its inception successful in building up an exten- 
sive wholesale and retail trade in Bread, Cake, 
and Pastry. This establishment was started in 
1883 by Mr. A. Otten, who is its present and sole 
proprietor. The premises occupied and known 
as the City Bakery comprise two floors, each 
22x70 feet in dimensions, which are fully equip- 
ped with all the necessary requirements for the 
successful conduct of the business, the extent 
of which gives constant employment to six 
thoroutrhiy experienced assistants. Mr. Otten 
carries a fine stock in all branches of his busi- 
ness, and is prepared to supply customers at 
short notice with any goods in his line of man- 
ufacture, and perfect satisfaction is guaranteed 
as to both quality and price. This establish- 
ment is largely patronized by families tluough- 
out the city, who appreciate first-class Bread, 
Cake and Pastry of all kinds. Mr. Otten is a 
native of Cologne on the Rhine. He is a man of 
excellent business qualifications and high stand- 
ing in this community. 



Mor.se & Cannon, Dealers in Groceries, 
Meats and Fish, Main Street, Waterville. This 
firm have — since 1887— conducted a flourishinir 
Grocery and Provision trade in Waterville, and 
their store, located on Main Street, is one of 
the popular sources of food supply in this city. 
The store is commodious and attractive, having 
a frontage of 22 feet and a depth of 70 feet, and 
is a model of completeness and convenience in 
appointments and arrangements. The stock is 



uniformly first-class and complete, comprising 
a full assortment of choice, fresh Groceries, 
staple and fnmily. Also a large assortment of 
Meats and Fish of the finest quality. The firm 
make a specialty of supplying all merchandise 
of a superior quality, at low prices, guaranteeing 
satisfaction in every particular. Two capable 
assistants are employed, and all orders are 
promptly filled and delivered, free of charge, to 
all parts of the city, and the worth and methods 
of these reliable merchants inspire the fullest 
faith and confidence. Messrs. Morse & Cannon 
are Maine men by birth ; the latter is a member 
of the Knights of Pythias, a member of the 
City Council and last year was Alderman, and 
both are widely known and universally esteemed. 



George Stackpole, Dealer in Cigars, To 
bacco and Confectionery, Main Street, Water- 
ville. Among the fine stores and plentifully 
stocked establishments in this section of Water- 
ville, is the house of Mr. George Stackpole, 
dealer in Cigars, Tobacco, Confectionery, etc. 
This establish i»ient was founded by its present 
proprietor in 1871, who, by long experience, is 
thoroughly conversant with all the details and 
requirements of the business. His business 
premises are located on Main Street, and cover 
an area of 20x40 feet. The storeroom is neatly 
fitted up, and filled with as complete, varied 
and choice stock of goods, in his line, as can be 
found in this part of the city. His stock is 
frequently replenished with all the best brands 
of Cigars, Tobacco and Smokers' Articles in 
general. He also deals in Confectionery, which 
is guaranteed to be pure and fresh. Mr. Stack- 
pole is a native of Waterville. He has met 
with success and prosperity, which will doubt- 
less continue with him so long as he remains 
engaged in commercial pursuits. An attractive 
stock and liberal prices, together with reliable 
and courteous dealings, have gained this gen- 
tleman the esteem and confidence of the com- 
munity. 



Gilbert H. Carpenter, Dealer in Organs, 
Pianos and Music; also Ladies' Patterns, 146 
Main Street, Waterville. An establishment 
which is familiar to the many music-lovers of 
Waterville and vicinity, is that so successfully 
conducted by Mr. Gilbert H. Carpenter, at 146 
Main Street. This gentleman began business 
in the year 18.52, and during the thirty-six 
years since elapsed, has built up a retail trade 
of prosperous proportions. He carries a com- 
plete assortment of Organs, Pianos and Music, 
and also deals in Ladies' Patterns. The prem- 
ises occupied comprise a store 20x00 feet in 
dimensions. The services of two assistants are 
required, who are familiar with all the new and 
popular musical publications. Mr. Carpenter 
deals in the productions of the most successful 
and reliable manufacturers, and an instrument 
wai-ranted by him may be purchased in the full 
assurance that it will prove to be precisely as 
represented. Mr. Carpenter is a native of 
Guilford, Vermont. His house is, perhaps, as 
widely and favorably known as any in Water- 
ville, in its special line, and offers inducements 
to purchasers not easily duplicated. 



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A. E Davis, Insurance Agent, 79 Main St., 
Waterville. People are beginning to realize 
more than ever before the necessity of placing 
their insurance in reliable companies, and in 
this connection we would especially direct our 
readers to a gentleman who represents some of 
the strongest Fire, Life and Accident companies 
in this country. We refer to Mr. A. E. Davis, 
having an office at 79 Main Street, and well 
known in this vicinity, being a native of Water- 
ville and a prominent member of the Knights 
olf Pythias. Mr. Davis gives every care to the 
writing of Fire Insurance, and those having 
property to insure may feel confident that their 
interests will receive his personal attention. 



Dolloff & Dunham, The One-Price 
Clothiers. Fine Ready-made Clothing, Hats, 
Caps and Gents' Furnishing Goods, No. 40 Main 
Street, Waterville. There is a certain feeling 
going with the consciousness of being well- 
dressed, that has often been remarked upon, 
and which none of our readers can fail to be 
familiar with. It is neither pride nor self-sat- 
isfaction, but invariably makes the subject of 
it more self-respecting and respectful to 
others, and hence is deserving of the utmost 
encouragement. Messrs. Dolloff & Dunham, 
of No. 40 Main Street, are certainly doing all in 
their power to encourage the wearing of fash- 
ionable and tasteful apparel, for since they 
opened their present establishment, in 1887, 
they have offered such pronounced and unusual 
inducements in the way of Clothing for men, 
youths and boys, that hundreds have taken ad- 
vantage of the opportunities extended to buy 
durable, stylishly-cut and reasonable garments 
at really remarkably low rates. Mr. Dolloflf is a 
native of Mt. Vernon and is connected with the 
Knights of Pythias and the Odd Fellows. Mr. 
Dunham being also a member of the latter or- 
ganization and a native of West Paris. The prem- 
ises in use are of the dimensions of 25x85 feet. 
Strict personal attention of both members of 
the firm is given to their patrons. Fine Ready- 
made Clothing, Hats and Caps, are on hand in 
great variety, and a most extensive and skill- 
fully-selected assortment of Gents' Furnish- 
ings is offered, comprising many English novel- 
ties, and marked at prices that insure its early 
sale. 



Dow & Green, Dealers in all kind? of Coal 
and Wood, office on Main Street, near Freight 
Depot, Waterville. The serious troubles which 
have so long continued in the coal regions, and 
the consequent interruptions that have occurred 
in the supply of the " dusky diamonds," have 
given our local dealers a chance to show how 
they are prepared to meet unforseeu contin- 
gencies in their line of business, and whether 
they are disposed to take advantage of circum- 
stances to impose on the public or not. We are 
happy to say that our coal dealers as a body, 
have shown themselves to be public-spirited 
citizens as well as enterprising merchants and 
no firm amongst them has gained a more envi- 
able reputation in this respect than has that of 
Dow & Green, having an office on Main Street, 
near the Freight depot. This firm succeeded 
Lawrence & True, and is composed of Messrs. 



William H. Dow and S. A. Green, the former 
being a native of Vassalboro and the latter 
of Fairfield, Me. Mr. Dow is connected with 
the Odd Fellows and both he and Mr. Green 
are well and favorably known throughout this 
vicinity. The premises occupied comprise an 
area of about one acre of ground on which are 
located five buildings, used for storage and 
other purposes. Both a wholesale and retail 
business is done, and Wood and Coal of every 
description are very extensively handled. Em- 
ployment is given to seven assistants and orders 
are filled without delay and at prices that are 
always as low as the market will permit. 



Hayden & Robinson, Contractors and 
Builders, Mechanic Square, Waterville. Repu- 
tation is a very essential thing to every business 
man or firm, and it should not be confounded 
with credit, as it is something quite different 
from that although it may be influenced by it 
to a considerable degree. A firm may have the 
best of credit and a very indifferent reputation, 
or the reverse may be the case, although as a 
general thing good reputation accompanies 
high credit. It is particularly important that 
an excellent reputation should be held by such 
concerns as are engaged in Contracting and 
Building, and in this connection mention should 
be made of the firm of Hayden & Kobinson, 
having headquarters in Mechanic Square, for 
since the inauguration of the enterprise con- 
ducted by these gentlemen in 1875, they have 
built up a reputation for con.scientious work 
and strict adherence to all agreements, that 
has served to win them a deservedly high place 
in the confidence of the public. Both members 
of the firm are natives of Waterville, and rank 
with the best known and most highly esteemed 
of our citizens. Two floors are occupied, hav- 
ing the dimensions of 20x40 feet, and employ- 
ment is given to twelve competent and skillful 
assistants. Estimates will be made on any pro- 
posed line of work coming within the scope of 
the firm's operations, and they are prepared to 
undertake anything in their line, with the 
assurance of satisfaction, both as regards the 
results attained, and the cost of the same, com- 
pared with that of similar operations conducted 
by other houses. 



Tra H. Low, Apothecary, 68 Main Street, 
Waterville. The position of the Apothecary 
unites the requirements and responsibilities of 
both the professional and the business man, 
and as is always the case, it thus involves pe- 
culiar fitness and the combination of rare and 
opposite characteristics of mind, which we sel- 
dom find in one individual, in order that the 
duties and cares may be properly and success- 
fully met. To the fact that these conditions of 
scientific knowledge and business enterprise 
have been exceptionally well-filled, is chiefly 
owing the marked and increasing snccess which 
has attended the business of Mr. Ira H. Low 
from the start, forty-two years ago. The busi- 
ness was established in 1846, under the title of 
I. H. Low & Co., and so conducted until 1876, 
when Mr. Lowe assumed sole proprietorship. 



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and has always shown peculiar capabilities for 
his work and a thorough reliability, which has 
won the confidence of the public. His premises 
comprise a store and basement, each 20x70 feet 
in dimensions, which are well-stocked with a 
complete and valuable assortment of Pure 
Drugs and First-class Druggists' foundries. Two 
talented and experienced assistants are em- 
ployed, and special attention is given to the 
Prescription Department, which is managed 
with unusual accuracy. Mr. Low is a native 
of Fairfield and is one of our most successful 
and popular Apothecaries, and has justly earned 
the esteem and appreciation of his fellow-citi- 
zens. 

O. J. Pelletier, Dealer in Groceries and 
Dry Goods, Water Street, Waterville. With 
characteristic energy and consequent success, 
Mr. O. J. Pelletier has, for the past eight years, 
carried on a large and growing Grocery, Boot 



and Shoes and Dry Good business in Water- 
ville, and the house at this writing is one of the 
first-class concerns in this field of trade in the 
city. Mr. Pelletier occupies for business pur- 
poses a fine storeroom, 25x40 feet in dimen- 
sions, located on Water Street, and carries in 
stock a large and select assortment of merchan- 
dise. The finest and freshest family and fancy 
Groceries, and a full line of Dry Goods and 
Boots and Shoes are always to be had of this 
house at lowest current prices, and the hon- 
orable and square dealings of the proprietor, 
justify unqualified faith in the standard qual- 
ity of the merchandise. Mr. Pelletier employs 
two capable assistants, and has the best pos- 
sible facilities for meeting all the requirements 
of his customers, and orders are promptly filled 
and goods are delivered to all parts of the city. 
Mr. Pelletier is a native of Canada and is justly 
esteemed in this community for his integrity 
and liberal dealings. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



-OF- 



OAKLAND, MK. 




^HE enterprising town of Oakland, Maine, is one of the suburbs of Waterville 
of which city it was formerly a part. It is in the exti-eme south of Somerset 
county, sixteen miles north of Augusta, and seventy-seven from Portland, reached 
directly via, the Maine Central Railroad. It is also a terminus of the Somerset Rail- 
road. Its early history is identical with that of Waterville. It was one of the first 
sections of that city to be settled, mainly on account of its attractive location and 
fertile soil; and during the early years of the century a few enterprising farmers laid 
the foundation here for the present prosperous community, undergoing the usual 
wants and fears of the times, the restrictions of the Embargo, the scarcities in the 
war of 1812, and the various financial 2:)anics in the first half of the present century. 
It was deeply interested and patriotic in action during the great civil war though all 
the achievements of its sons were credited in general with those of the men of 
Waterville, of which it was then a part. Most of the soldiers who enlisted from Oak- 
land joined the Second, Sixth, Ninth, Eleventh, Eighteenth, Twenty-Fourth and 
Twenty-Eighth Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiments. The town was generous in 
the sacrifice of material goods as well as in the priceless blood of its sons. All de- 
mands upon it were met promptly and generously, supplies furnished and much private 
benevolence was rendered, chiefly through the Ladies' Aid Society, Christian Sanitary 
Commission and such noble institutions. A number ot the town's gallant sons fell 
while in the service, and their loving sacrifice has been tenderly and long commem- 
orated . 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF OAKLAND. 219 

The great advance of the town has been made since the Civil War. The expan- 
sion of business interests and the stimulation of new lines of activity have rapidly 
made it a prominent and prosperous commercial center. The financial panics which 
have swept over the country have affected it but slightly, and it has kept steadily on 
its upward way. It was set off from Waterville and incorporated as West Waterville, 
February 26, 1873. Since that time its progress has been marked and continuous. 
Its grent advantages have attracted new business men and enterprises, nnd as it has 
become better known its commercial activities have correspondingly increased. It 
has continued to offer special facilities to large enterprises for settlement, in the way 
of exemptions from taxation, and other privileges, which are of an exceptionally fine 
character, and deserving the attention of all business men thinking of making a new 
settlement. At the present time the business interests of the town are largely con- 
cerned with the canned goods trade in all its departments, carriage-making, furniture 
and upholstery, agricultural implements, and all kinds of tools, machinery, woolen 
goods, granite-quarrying, lumber, coffins and shoes. These interests are expanding 
yearly and new ones being constantly inaugurated. The agricultural resources abound. 
The soil is fertile, and under the careful methods of scientific .farming, great results are 
obtained. Fruits and vegetables abound, and considerable attention is given to grazing 
and dairy-farming. The population in 1880 was 1646, it has since increased, being 
now around 2000. The valuation in 1880, was $661,157. This also has advanced, 
and is now in the vicinity of a million dollars. The Selectmen of the town for the 
past year were the following: O. E. Crowell, Stephen C. Watson, C. M. Crowell; 
Town Clerk, H. G. Winslow; Treasurer and Supt. of Schools, Geo. W. Field. 

The town has always been noted for its fine educational facilities, and the atten- 
tion given to this important deparraent. Being contiguous to one of the best colleges 
in the State has undoubtedly had a tendency to raise its standard. Appropriations 
have been ample, the teachers and officers, carefully selected, have been noted for their 
ability and efficiency, and the results as shown in the ediwcation of the younger gen- 
eration most satisfactory. The moral and religious tone of the town also have always 
been high. Church and benevolent work have been earnestly and effectively carried 
out. There are five churches in the town, two Baptists, one Free Baptist, one Uni- 
versalist, and one Methodist. These all are active and progressive, and are heartily 
supported by the people. 

The sanitary advantages of Oakland are of the most satisfactory kind. The 
drainage is rendered almost perfect by the proximity of the river, and pure and abun- 
dant water is obtained. The conveniences of modern life, as gas, electricity, etc., are 
provided for, and the proximity of the railroad makes traveling easy and delightful. 

The advantages of Oakland from the standpoint of the summer tourist are too 
many to admit of rapid specification. Situated near the river, with the neighboring 
hills, the air is rendered pure and cool. The pleasure of wood and water, hunting, 
fishing, boating and sailing, can all be participated in. The usual advantages of 
country life in the way of out-door exercises, fine drives and walks, which are espe- 
cially beautiful in this region, the plenteous supply of country-produce, fruit and veg- 
etables at low rates, and the general moderate cost, render Oakland especially worthy 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OAKLAND. 



of consideration by those planning for a summer in the State of Maine. Its proximity 
to Augusta and Waterville, and the ease of communication by railway, are important 
points. The great promise of Oakland in the future lies in its business development, 
and it will some day be one of the best-known and important commercial centers in 
the Kennebec valley. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 

OF 

OAKLAISTD, ME. 



Dunn Edg-e Tool Co., Manufacturers of 
Scythes, Hay Knives, Axes and Grass Hooks, 
Oakland. An enterprise which has been the 
means of favorably introducing the name of 
Oakland in many localities where it would not 
otherwise be known is that carried on by the 
Dunn Edge Tool Company. The productions 
of this company are conceded by good judges 
to rank with the best in the markets of the 
world, and goods bearing the trade-mark of this 
concern are unquestionably accepted as the 
standard by those who have had the uniform 
excellence of such products proved to them by 
the test of practical use. Mr. R. B. Dunn begun 
business in North Wayne, Me., in January, 1840, 
and seventeen years later the present corpora- 
tion was formed. This proved a wise proceed- 
ing, for having ample capital at its command, 
the company was able to extend the manufac- 
turing facilities in every way, and to rapidly 
build up the reputation of its products. A lib- 
eral course has been pursued trRm the first, and 
neither labor nor trouble hns been spared in 
constantly improving the goods and diminish- 
ing their cost to the consumer, the most im- 
proved labor-saving machinery being utilized 
throughout the extensive works. The materials 
used are selected with great care, many of them 
being imported expressly for the company, and 
every process of their working up is carefully 
carried on under strict supervision. No "guess- 
work" is allowed in this company's shops, and 
under the rule that "equal causes produce equal 
effects," the uniform superiority of the articles 
produced is easily accounted for. Wherever 
the Dunn Edge Tool Company has exhibited its 
products in competition with others, it has 
been awarded the medals and diplomas granted 
for excellence; and such competition has been 
confined to no section, for it has been entered 
into at home and abroad; in London, in Phila- 
delphia, in New York, in Maryland, in Massa- 
chusetts, and in New Orleans, so that rival con- 
cerns have been successfully coped with on 
their own grounds. Among the more import- 
ant articles manufactured may be mentioned 
Scythes, Hay Knives, Axes and Grass Hooks, 
and no section of the country is neglected in 
the getting up of special styles, for patterns 



suitable for use under all conditions are turned 
out The Improved "Cyclone" Hay Knife, 
made l)y this company is without doubt the 
most efficient tool of the kind made, each being 
sharpened ready for use and capable of cutting 
hay in mow, stack or bale with unequalled rap- 
idity. Peat and turf are cut with equal facility, 
and no more useful device for the stock-farm 
can be found. The Dunn Edge Tool Com- 
pany's goods are handled by all prominent re- 
tailers and are sold under a full guarantee of 
excellence. Quantity considered, they are at 
least as cheap as any in the market, and we are 
convinced that such of our readers as may 
once give them practical trial will indorse all 
we have said regarding their unusual merits. 
The personal history of Mr. Reuben B. Dunn 
may be studied with profit by every young man 
who has his way to make in the world, for not 
only is it a more valuable "Guide to Wealth" 
than any of the many books published under 
that title, but it also shows how a man may 
advance the best interests of the community at 
the same time tliat he is carving his own for- 
tune. Mr. Dunn early cultivated the habit of 
close observation, and to this, together with an 
independence and promptness of action that 
characterized him, he owes much of the abun- 
dant success he has attained. Quick to see an 
opportunity, he is equally prompt in taking 
advantage of it, and once embarked in an un- 
dertaking, no difficulties or discouragements 
can deter him from pushing it to a successful 
conclusion if such an ending be possible. Mr. 
Dunn is an excellent judge of men, and is ever 
ready to show appreciation of faithfulness and 
zeal on the pa.rt of his agents. "Credit where 
credit is due" is one of his guiding principles, 
and he frequently remarks that no man has 
been more favored than he with intelligent and 
conscientious assistants. The business now 
carried on by the Dunn Edge Tool Company is 
a monument to his far-sightedness in commer- 
cial affairs, and his services in connection with 
the management of the Maine Central R. R. (of 
which he was formerly President), have been 
of a character to earn for him the gratitude 
of every public-spirited citizen of this State. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OAKLAND. 



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Dustin & Hubbard Manutacturingr 
Co., Engineers. Machinists and Iron Founders. 
Specialties of Machinists' Tools, Water Wheels, 
Steam Engines, Saw Mill Machinery, Steam 
Heating, Shafting and Pulleys, Heavy Gearing. 
Grist Mill Machinery, Fire Pumps and Friction 
Gears, Oakland. We know of no more striking 
example of prompt success in a business venture 
than that afforded by the enterprise carried on 
here by the Dustin & Hubbard Manufacturing 
Company. This Company began operations in 
1887, and have so rapidly increased their sales 
that figures that are authorative today, would 
be of but little value in indicating the true 
magnitude of the business done a month from 
now. Such a showing at a time when many 
manufacturing enterprises are not doing so 
well as usual, is more eloquent than words in 
pointing out the advantages derivable from 
placing orders with this concern, and as a 
matter of fact, no one wishing anything in the 
line of Machinists' Tools, Water Wheels, Steam 




Engines, Steam and Hot Water Heating Appa- 
ratus, Shafting and Pulleys, Heavy Gearing, 
Pulp Mill Machinery, Fire Pumps or Friction 
Gears, can afford to allow the opportunities 
oflfered by this company to go unimproved. 
The "Risdon" Turbine Water Wheels, the 
"Dustin" Machine Tools and ''Pine Tree Pulp 



Grinder," are among the most valuable of the 
specialties manufactured, and the record these 
articles have made in practical use, is enough 
to fully explain their abiding popularity. Mr. 
J. U. Hubbard, the President of the Company, 
is a native of Oakland and a member of the 
Free Masons, while the Superintendent, Mr. 
F. E. Dustin, was born in Dexter, and is con- 
nected with the Odd Fellows and the Knights 
of Pythias. Mr. G. U. Bryant, the Treasurer, 
has resided in Oakland twenty-four years; he 
is a native of Dorchester, Mass., and is a 
member of the Ancient Order of United Work- 
men, also the Masonic Order. All these gentle- 
men are well-known in this vicinity, and their 
undertaking is looked upon as one of the most 
important in town. Employment is given to 
fifty-four assistants, and the works contain some 
50,000 feet of floor space, the plant in operation 
being very extensive. The Company fill orders 
without delay, and can quote the most favor- 
able terras, as its facilities are equal to the best. 



A. W. LfConard, Groceries and Provisions, 
Oakland. It is hardly necessary to state that 
the Grocery and Provision trade is one of the 
most important in the country, for this fact can 
not fail to be evident to all readers. An enor- 
mous amount of capital is invested in it, and 
considering the population of the place, Oak- 
land has no reason to fear comparison with any 
other community, in the character of the con- 
cerns engaged in this line of trade within her 
borders. One of the best-known of the estab- 
lishments alluded to, is that of which Mr. 
A. W. Leonard is the proprietor. This was 
opened in 1885, and has met with great success, 
for Mr. Leonard has carried it on on liberal 
principles from the first, and the public have 
appreciated his straight-forward and honorable 
methods. He was born in Belgrade, Maine, and 
is a member of the Free Masons. The premises 
made use of comprise four rooms, each being 
70x25 feet in dimensions, and employment is 
given to two efficient assistants. Customers 
receive immediate and polite attention, and or- 
ders are promptly and accurately delivered, 
both a wholesale and retail business being done. 
Mr. Leonard deals very extensively in Grain as 
well as in Groceries and Provisions, and those 
wanting anything in the line of Flour and Feed, 
would do well to give him a call. 



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Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Frizzell, Dealers in 
Fashionable Millinery, Medicines, Stationery. 
School Supplies, Confectionery, Cigars and 
Yankee Notions, Rubber Stamps. Door Plates, 
Pillow Sham Holders, etc., all of which will 
be sold cheap for cash. Church Street, near 
the Depot, Oakland. The establishments con- 
ducted by Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Frizzell. although 
different in their character, should properly be 
considered together, as the stores are con- 
nected, being located side by side on Church 
street. Mrs. Frizzell, who commenced in Milli- 
nery in 1868, deals extensively in Fashionable 
Millinery and Fancy Goods. Also material for 
Fancy Needle Work. The writer being " only 
a man," must confess his ignorance of the mys- 
teries of Millinery, but he has heard enough 
from Mrs. Frizzell's patrons to warrant the as- 
sertion that those leaving orders with her are 
assured complete satisfaction, and will be sup- 
plied with stylish goods at bottom prices, all 
commissions being executed at short notice, 
and in workmanlike manner. Mr. Frizzell 
handles Medicines, Stationerv, School Supplies, 
Confectionery, Cigais and Yankee Notions as 
well as Rubber Stamps, Door Plates, Pillow 
Sham Holders, and many other articles too nu- 
merous to mention. A specialty is made of 
Sewing Machines and Supplies, such as Attach- 
ments, Needles, Shuttles, Bobbins, Oil, Oil Cans. 
Screw Drivers, etc., for every description of ma- 
chine. Both New and Second-hand Machines 
are dealt in, and particular attention is given to 
Repairing. Mr. Frizzel having been in this bus- 
iness for nearly twenty years and fully warrant- 
ing all his work. He invites all having ailing 
or broken machine heads to bring them to his 
store, where he will " doctor" them up and re- 
store them to perfect order at low prices. Sec- 
ond-hand machines may be bought or rented of 
him, and no one in want of an article of the 
kind, can afford to neglect taking advantage of 
the unusual opportunities he offers. 



J. B. Clair, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers. Custom Work a Specialty; Church 
] Street, Oakland. It hardly needs demonstra- 
tion that a man who has been in the handling 
of certain articles of commerce for a number of 
years, should be toleiably familiar with the 
same, and in a position to offer customers 
special inducements as regards their purchases; 
but if such demonstrations are needed, they 
may be had by inquiring as to the experience of 
the patrons of Mr. .1. B. Clair, who founded his 
present business in Oakland in 1882, and has 
attained the large patronage he now enjoys by 
jiiving value for money received in every case. 
He is a native of Burlington. Vermont, and be- 
longs to the Ancient Order of United Workmen, 
and is one of our highly esteemed and best- 
known residents. Mr. Clair manufactur- 
ers a very line class of mens' and women's 
Boots and Shoes, only manufacturing sewed 
work. He also runs a cosy and first class Shoe 
Store, keeping nothing but the best of goods for 
style as well as durability. We can assure our 
readers that goods suited to their peculiar 
needs are obtainable here, for eveiything in the 
way of first-class Boots, Shoes and Rubbers is 
offered by Mr. Clair, and his goods are always 
sure to prove as be represents them to be, and 
Custom Work in this line is made a specialty. 
All tastes and purses are provided for, and the 
latest fashions are obtainable here. 



James T. Flinn, Carriage Jobbing and Re- 
pairing, Oakland. It is no doubt true that the 
manufacture of Carriages has been brought to 
a higher stage of perfection in the United States 
than anywhere else in the World. Mr. James 
T. Flinn, of Oakland, Me., has attained no lit- 
tle reputation in the line of Carriage Work, 
among those who have been in a position to 
judge of his skill; and it is the general opinion 
among those who have done business with him, 
that no Jobber and Repairer in Oakland, turns 
out more desirable or durable work. The 
premises occupied by Mr. Flinn are 20x28 feet 
in dimensions. He is a native of Oakland, and 
has conducted the enterprise in question since 
1887. The assistants employed are experienced 
and careful workmen and as only standard and 
approved materials are used in the filling of or- 
ders, it is not surprising that the results are 
uniformily satisfactory. Particular attention is 
given Repairing and Jobbing of every descrip- 
tion and every facility is at hand to enable or- 
ders of this kind to be filled at the shortest no- 
tice and the lowest possible rates. Neatness 
and strength are combined in the repairs made 
here, and we can heartily recommend this es- 
tablishment to our readers. 



i McLiiire & Danfortli, Dealers in Flour, 
I Grain, Feed, Salt, Groceries and Provisions, 
Oakland. The firm of McLure & Danforth be- 
gun operations in the summer of 1885, succeed- 
ing A. J. Libby & Son in the Grocery business. 
i In 1887 they succeeded S. Blaisdell in the Grain 
j and Milling, doing all kinds of Custom Grind- 
ing, also wholesale and retail dealers in Flour, 
Grain and Feed. Mr. D. F. McLure is a native 
of Skowhegan, while Mr. G. H. Danforth was 
born in Boston, and both are connected with 
i the Odd Fellows. Mr. McLure being also con- 
nected with the Masons. Groceries, Provisions, 
Flour, Fresh and Salt Meats, etc., are very 
largely dealt in, and it would be impossible to 
find a store in this vicinity in which lower 
prices are quoted on goods of equal merit. 
Messrs. McLure & Danforth make a specialty 
of handling Teas and Coffees and are in a po- 
sition to offer decided inducements to users of 
these popular commodities. They guarantee 
the purity of their goods, and their excellence 
of flavor commend them to every discriminat- 
ing purchaser. Fine family Flour is offered in 
quantities to suit, and the firm possess peculiar 
advantages in the handling of this staple, as 
they carry on an extensive Grist Mill in con- 
nection with their store and can consequently 
guarantee the quality and quote bottom prices 
on Flour and Feed in general. Fresh and Salt 
Meats of all kinds may be had here at the 
lowest market rates, and choice cuts of Beef 
and Mutton are kept in stock for the accommo- 
dation of fastidious patrons. Vegetables of 
every variety — in their season— are also largely 
dealt in, and in fact there is a comprehensive 
assortment of food supplies for family use con- 
stantly kept on hand. All goods are delivered 
free, and customers are assured polite and 
prompt attention. 



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Hubbard & Blake Manufacturing- 
Company, Manufacturers of Edge Tools, 
Oakland, (Formerly West Waterville), John U. 
Hubbanl. President and Superintendent, Na- 
thaniel Meader, Treasurer. The history of the 
entei prise carried on by the Hubbard c% Blake 
Manufacturinor Company, is well worthy the 
careful study of those who would achieve suc- 
cess in business, for it proves that genuine merit 
is sure to triumph in the end, and that a deter- 
mination to produce the best possible articles 
for which a market can be found, will find its 
legitimate reward at the hands of a discrimina- 
ting public. The enterprise to which we have 
leference, was inaugurated a quarter of a cen- 
tury ago, by Messrs. Hubbard & Blake, the 
present company having been incorporated in 
1875. It consists of Messrs. Hubbard, Blake, 
Meader, Smith and Ray, and has one of the 
finest Edge Tool manufacturing plants in the 
world, employing one hundred assistants and 
shipping goods to nearly all parts of the conti- 
nent. The plant is divided into what are 
known as the Upper and " Lower " works, the 
former comprising a " Hammer Shop" 100x40 
feet, and a Grinding, Polishing aud Finishing 
Shop of the same dimensions, three stories in 
height. The Lower works include a Hammer 
Shop, measuring 300x40 feet, and a Grinding 
and Polishing Shop, two stoiies in height, and 
60x40 feet in size. There are thirty trip-ham- 
mers and eighteen Grind stones in use, and 
Axes, Hatchets. Hay-knives, Scythes, Grass 
Hooks and other Edge Tools, are very enten- 
sively manufactured. The " King of the For- 
est " aud *' Foiest (Hipper " Axes have gone in- 
to general use, and no more valuable or cele- 
brated goods are found in the market today. 
They are made in a variety of patterns, includ- 
ing the Maine, Vermont, Wedge, Jersey, Wes- 
tern, Double Bitt, Michigan, etc., and quality 
considered, are probably the cheapest and most 
eflScient that can be bought. Boy's axes are 
also very largely manufactured, and a specialty 
is made of flunting Hatchets and Camp Axes, 
with Crosby's Patent Covers, which' make their 
transportation perfectly safe under all circum- 
stances and can be removed in an instadt. 
These hatchets are made in weights varying 
from one to four pounds, and those wishing full 
information should send for descriptive circu- 
lar, which will be mailed on application. Mr. 
John U. Hubbard is President and Supei'inten- 
dent of the Company, and the position of 
Treasurer is filled bv Mr. Nathaniel Meader. 



MilLs Brothers, Livery and Boarding 
Stable, Main Street, Oakland.' It is fitting that 
we should make special mention of the estab- 
lishment located on Main Street, for several rea- 
sons, some of which are that this is one of the 
best known enterprises of the kind in Oakland, 
that it has a reputation second to none, and 
equalled by but very few. The Messrs. Mills 
Brothers, the pioprietors of the Livery and 
Boarding Stable to which we have referred, es- 
tablished their present enterprise in 1886, and 
are both natives of Oakland, and very widely 
known throughout the vicinity. The premises 
utilized by them comprise two floors. Seven 
fine turnouts are kept at this stable and every 
facility is at hand to fill orders for all kinds of 
first-class teamsj at short notice, and as their 



carriages are kept in strictly first-class condi- 
tion, it is not surprising that their facilities are 
made constant use of. Teams will be supplied 
to those who wish to enjoy a drive and handle 
the " ribbons" themselves, and ladies will find 
special provision made for their accommodation, 
as the Mills Brothers have some horses that are 
good roadsters and yet are gentle and fearless, 
hence being particularly adapted to ladies use. 
Easy-riding carriages are ou hand in considerable 
variety and all the facilities for a most enjoyable 
excursion are afforded here at moderate rates. 
Horses will be taken to board and assured the 
best of care and the premises are always kept 
in neat and healthful condition, 

Stephen Blaisrtell, Marble and Granite 
Works, Oakland. The gentleman whose card 
is printed above has not carried on his present 
entei'prise for a very long time, but, neverthe- 
less, has already built up a business of exten- 
sive proportions. Operations were begun here 
in Oakland in ISS-i, and in the fall of 1886, a 
branch was opened in Waterville, ou Mill Street. 
Marble and Granite are dealt in to a consider- 
able extent, and Building and Cemetery Work 
is done at short notice in a uniformly superior 
manner. The Oakland establishment is devoted 
principally to Polishing, and in both shops 
every detail of the work is carefully carried out 
by skilled hands. Mr. Blaisdel! is a native of 
Home, Me., and thoroughly understands every 
department of bis business. He uses this 
knowledge to good effect in avoiding all unnec- 
essary sources ol expense, and the large busi- 
ness done is principally due to this fact, for 
though his work is equal to the best, his prices 
are remarkably low, as the public have learned 
from experience. Employment is given to 
twelve assistants, and quite a variety of finished 
work of various kinds is kept in stock, the 
assortment being worthy of careful inspection. 
Order Work will be attended to at the shortest 
possible notice, and designs will be cheerfully 
shown on application, estimates of cost, etc., 
also being carefully made, and all desired infor- 
mation promptly given. 

Dr. M. Li. Damon, Dentist, Oakland. The 
popular dental establishment of Dr. M. L. Da- 
mon, located on Main Street, Oakland, deserves 
particular notice in a volume of this character. 
He has been established in this locality since 
1887, and has gained a high reputation. The 
location is convenient and the premises commo- 
dious comprising four large rooms. The recep- 
tion rooms are handsomely and appropriately 
furnished, while the operating rooms are pro- 
vided with the best known appliances for the 
rendering of satisfactory services. Dr. Damon 
attends to all l)ianches of Dentistry, Extract- 
ing and Filling Teeth, and also the manufact- 
ure of Artificial Teeth, and employs his talents 
in all directions where skill is necessary. His 
work is always of the most perfect character. 
Dr. M. L. Damon will be found reliable, prompt 
and accurate in the fulfillment of orders, and 
his prices are very moderate and are suited to 
the means of all. He is a native of Pittsfield, 
is a graduate of Baltimore College of Dental 
Surgery, and is well-known throughout this vi- 
eity and is a gentleman of enterprise and en- 
ergy. 



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Oreenlief T. Stevens, Atiorney-at-Law. 
Oakland. The time-honored saying to the 
effiect that a man who is his own lawyer "has a 
fool for a client." looses none of its truth with 
the progress of time, but on the contrary gains 
more force as more instances are afforded of 
the practical effects of such attempted economy. 
The Law is one of the noblest of professions, 
and this fact is not to be gainsaid because there 
are a few engaged in it who think more of 
personal advancement than of honor and 
probity. Honorable Lawyers are quite as com- 
mon as honorable physicians, clergymen, etc., 
and no one need lack proper legal advice by 
reason of the difficulty of obtaining such. 
Among those who have gained the respect and 
esteem of the public in this line of effort, men- 
tion should be made of Mr. G. T. Stevens, for 
during the score of years that this gentleman 
has practiced his profession, be has built up a 
most enviable reputation, not only for knowl- 
edge of the law, but for what is .still more im- 
portant — comjjlete devotion to his clients' in- 
terests. Mr. Stevens was born in Belgrade, 
Maine, and received his education at the Litch- 
field Liberal Institute. He is a graduate of 
Harvard University and holds the degree of 
LL.D. from that institution. Mr. Stevens has 
an exceptional war recoid, having served in the 
army for three years and .seven months. He 
was Captain of the .5th Battery, Mounted Ar- 
tillery, Maine Volunteers, from May ;)d, 1863, 
and the character of the service he rendered in 
that capacity, is evidenced by his appointment 
as Major by Mrevet for gallant and meritorious 
conduct at the battles <tf Cold Harbor, Win- 
chester and ('edar Creek. He is a member of 
the Maine Gettysburg Commission, and is 
widely-known in Grand Army circles. Mr. 
Stevens was elected to the Maine House of 
Representatives in 1875, and was a member of 
the State Senate in 1877 and 1878, the latter 
year being Chairman of the Committee on 
Judiciary. He is one of our representative 
citizens and is very popular, both in and out of 
his profession. 



ties, and a I'eady market is found for these arti- 
cles, for the productions of this shop bear an 
unsurpassed reputation for honesty of work- 
manship. Mr. Bachelder can meet all honorable 
competition in the way of prices, etc., and is 
prepared to fill orders of any magnitude at 
short notice. 



J. Bachelder & Sou (Abram Bachelder, 
proprietor), Manufacturer of Wood Seat Chairs, 
etc., Oakland. There are comparatively few 
enterprises that are continued by members of 
one family for nearly half a century, y,et such is 
the case with that carried on by Mr. Abram 
Bachelder in this place. The inception of the 
undertaking in question was in 1842, the founder 
being Mr. Joseph Bachelder who continued 
alone up to 1867, when Mr. Henry A. Bachelder 
was admitted to the firm. This gentleman 
retired ten yeais ago, and since then the pre.s- 
ent proprietor has had sole control. Mr. Joseph 
Bachelder was born in (xardiner, Henry being a 
native of Waterville. Mr. Abram Bachelder is 
very widely known in this vicinity, not only on 
account of his prominence as a business man, 
but also by reason of his connection with the 
principal fraternal organizations. The factory 
carried on by him comprises three floors of the 
dimensions of 30x75 feet, and employment is 
given to seven competent assistants. The most 
approved labor-saving machinery is utilized, 
and abundant water-power is at hand to furnish 
all necessary motive force. Wood-seat Chairs 
and Settees are manufactured in large quanti- 



Emerson & Stevens Manufacturings 
Co., Manufacturers of Scythes and Axes, 
Oakland. Edge-tools differ from most other 
articles in one important respect — it is generally 
practically impossible to judge of their merits 
by any examination, however thorough. There 
is but one way to test them, and that is to ap- 
ply them to the uses for which they are in- 
tended. This is particularly true concerning 
Scythes and Axes, for although the shape of 
these articles has much to do with their effect- 
iveness, and of course this can be seen before 
purchasing, still, after all, the most important 
point is their cutting qualities, and this is only 
revealed by practical use. Farmers, lumber- 
men, etc., cannot afford to throw money away 
on inferior articles. A poor Scythe or a poor 
Axe is worthless, for it is not only a continual 
source of exasperation, but it is always having 
to be ground, and soon causes the loss of enough 
time to pay for the finest tool of the kind in 
the market. The only way to be reasonably 
sure of getting the best, is to learn of some 
concern making a uniformly first-class article, 
and insisting upon being supplied with goods 
of their manufacture. Those having occasion 
to use Scythes and Axes, generally understand 
that the productions of the Emerson &, Stevens 
Manufacturing Co. are unsurpassed for uniform 
excellence of quality, for since these articles 
were put upon the market, in 1870, they have 
been severely tested under all conditions, and 
have proved equal to the best. The present 
company was incorporated in 1885, consisting 
of the gentlemen who had founded the enter- 
prise — Messrs. L. D. Emerson, J. E. Stevens, 
W. R. Pinkhara and G. W. Stevens. A spacious 
factory is occupied, 11,544 feet of floor space 
being utilized, and employment being given to 
forty-eight hands. A great variety of styles 
are turned out, suited to different sections of 
the country, etc. ; but all of them are character- 
ized by the excellent qualities of tempering, 
etc., that have given the company's productions 
their enviable reputation. 



J". IVI. Field, Drugs, Watches and Jewelry, 
Junction Main and Water Streets, Oakland. 
Agent for Augusta Steam Dye House. The 
man that can't afford to own a watch nowadays 
must be pretty " hard up," as the saying is, for 
when Geneva, Waltham and Elgin Watches are 
offered in the market for $5. ,50, and an imitation 
Waltham Watch may be bought for .$3.75, even 
the poorest can buy. But " you never saw them 
quoted at such prices," you say. Well, that is 
because you have not visited Mr. J. M. Field's 
store, at the junction of Main and Water Sts. 
Mr. Field invites everybody to call, examine and 
get prices, for he considers it no trouble to 
show goods and has a stock of Watches, Clocks, 
and Jewelry, fresh from Boston, of which he is 
justly proud. It is his desire to put watches 
within the reach of all, and the prices we have 



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quoted are only to be found at his popular es- 
tablishment. Spectacles and Eye Glasses in 
Gold, Steel, Celluloid and Rubber, are also 
offered at bottom rates, and the famous " Rog- 
ers Bros." Knives, Forks and Spoons and Reed 
and Barton's, Hollow Ware may be bouojht of 
him at the most reasonable pi-ices. Drugs are 
also dealt in to a considerable extent and goods 
are received for the Augusta Steam Dye House, 
of which Mr. Field is agent. He is a native of 
Cumberland, Maine, and is a member of the 
Odd Fellows. Operations were begun by him 
in 1866, and no local business man is more gen- 
erally known and respected. Particular atten- 
tion is paid to Repairing of all kinds, and or- 
ders will be attended to witbout delay. 



C. Marshall, Manufacturer of Shovel 
Handles, Oakland. Regarded from any point 
of view, the enterprise conducted by Mr. C. 
Marshall, in Oakland, is one of great import- 
ance, and it must be evident to any observer 
that it could never have attained its present 
magnitude had it not been most .><killfully and 
intelligently managed. Mr. Marshall was born 
in North Anson, Maine., and is a member of 
the Masonic Order, and has been so continu- 
ously before the public that he is one of our 
best-known businet^s men in town, and is highly 
esteemed for his reliable business methods and 
his readiness to do all in his power to advance 
the interests of this section. Mr. Marshall be- 
gan operations in Oakland in I8S7, and also 
owns one-half inteiest in the Shovel handle 
Factory at Auburn, Maine, and the goods man- 
ufactured by him have long since gained the 
distinction of being accepted as the standard 
without question by those who have learned by 
practical experience the absolute reliability of 
every article warranted by Mr. Marshall. The 
premises comprise two floors, each covering an 
area of 30x50 feet, and a large business is done 
in the manufacture of Shovel Handles of every 
description, and employment is constantly given 
to fifteen thoroughly competent workmen. 
While quickly responding to every call of his 
customers, Mr. Marshall assures all that he only 
makes such articles as will prove their value in 
actual service, for he has had sufficient experi- 
ence to know that many an appliance which 
looks pretty "on paper," utterly fails to give 
satisfaction when put to actual service. His 
prices are as low as the use of first-class ma- 
terials and the employment of skilled labor 
will allow, and orders for any quantity are al- 
ways promptly filled. 



A. A. Johnson, Merchant Tailor, Ricker's 
Block, Main Street, Oakland. It is very hard 
to define just what "extravagance" is, for what 
seems extravagant to one person seems entirely 
proper to another, and of course circumstances 
alter cases very materially. But it is to be 
doubted if much that is commonly called ex- 
travagance is really deserving of such character- 
ization. For instance, take the subject of dress. 
Very often we hear that a young man is "fool- 
ishly extravagant," spends all that he earns on 
his back, etc. Now this is possible, of course, 
and some few do spend too much on clothing, 
but the majority go to the other extreme. "The 
app.irel oft proclaims the man," said the poet, 
15 



and that is as true today as in Shakespear's 
time. A good appearance is largely essential to 
business success, and well-made clothes exert a 
most powerful influence over anybody's appear- 
ance. Besides, two suits costing $20.00 each 
are as expensive as one costing double that 
amount, and the latter will generally wear as 
long as both the cheaper articles. One should 
use discrimination in choosing a Tailor, and 
should give the preference to one who is pre- 
pared to supply goods of all desirable varieties, 
and in this connection we wish to call attention 
to the establishment conducted by Mr. A. A. 
Johnson, in Ricker's Block, Main Street, for 
here may be found an extensive assortment of 
Foreign and Domestic Woolens, carefully se- 
lected for the most fastidious trade. Premises 
measuring 60x20 feet are occupied, and employ- 
ment is given to five assistants; orders being 
promptly filled, and a satisfactory fit, etc., be- 
ing guaranteed. Mr. Johnson has built up a 
large business since beginning operations in 
1887. 

H. A. Benson Sc, Co., Manufacturers of 
Carriages. Buggies, Sleighs; also of the Cele- 
brated Timkin Spring Buggy. Special attention 
paid to Order Work and Repairing; Oakland. 
A well-designed and constructed Carriage is a 
fine piece of workmanship in more ways than 
one, and is well worthy of admiration on ac- 
count of the skillful manner in which strength 
is combined with lightness and syraetry with 
durability. In purchasing a vehicle it should 
be borne in mind that "the best is the cheapest" 
in the long run, for though an inferior article 
may be had at a slightly lower price, when the 
cost of repairing, etc., is figured up it will be 
found that no real saving has been made. A 
firm which has built up an enviable reputation 
for handling Carriages that not only look well 
but wear well, is that of Messrs. H. A. Benson 
& Co., and as this firm is satisfied with a fair 
profit, and charges no exhorbitant rates, it is 
not surprising that a thriving business should 
be done. Operations were begun in 18S0, by 
Mr. H. A. Benson, he becoming associated with 
Mr. Edward Wing two years later, under the 
present firm name. The former gentleman is a 
native of Oakland, and the latter was born in 
West Sidney. A factory measuring 30x45 feet, 
also a spacious storehouse are utilized, and 
employment given to three efficient assistants. 
Carriages, Buggies and Sleighs are manufac- 
tured ; special attention being given to ordered 
work, and no pains spared to fully satisfy every 
customer. The firm make a specialty of the 
well-known Timkin Spring Buggy, and their 
vehicles contain all the modern improvements, 
being both stylish and comfortable. Repairing 
is done at the shortest possible notice, and at 
rates that cannot fail to be satisfactory. 

E. M. Stacy, Dealer in Books, Fine Station- 
ery, Wall-paper, Curtains and Fancy Goods, 
Church Street, Oakland. This popular Book- 
seller and Stationer, during the three years he 
has been established here, has attained a prom- 
inent positiou among Oakland's business men. 
He occupies a store 23x30 feet in dimensions, 
located on Church Street, which contains a fine 
selected stock of Books, Stationery and Fancy 
Goods. This business is an old and long estib- 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OAKLAND. 



lished one, and under the management of Mr. 
E. M. Stacy has been greatly extended and be- 
come the local headquarters for Paper Hang- 
ings, Curtains, and other staple goods. In ad- 
dition to doing a live business in the above- 
mentioned line, Mr. Stacy makes a specialty of 
Holiday and Fancy Goods, and shows marked 
taste and judgment in their selection and dis- 
play. Capable and reliable assistants are con- 
stantly employed. The store is neat and at- 
tractive in all its appointments, and customers 
are treated in a polite and attentive manner, 
and the vrants of the public are studied in every 
respect. Mr. Stacy is a native of Benton, Me., 
and a gentleman combining business talent v?ith 
fairness in all his dealings. He is well 
qualified to push his business to still greater 
usefulness and importance. Besides his prom- 
inent position as a business man, Mr. Stacy 
combines withal the duties of Agent for the 
American Express Company and Operator for 
the Western Union Telegraph Company, posi- 
tions in which these great companies find their 
interests well cared for and the public served in 
an attentive and respectful manner. Mr. Stacy 
is thus well known throughout this vicinity and 
is regarded as a reliable and representative 
business man. 



Ayer & Greeley, Dealers in Coal and 
Wood, Oakland. It is both gratifying and con- 
venient to have orders for Coal and Wood filled 
with the utmost promptness, for the majority 
of people wait until the last moment before 
ordering their fuel, and consequently are liable 
to be seriously discommoded by delay in re- 
ceiving the same. A house dealing exten- 
sively in Coal and Wood, and enjoying an ex- 
ceptional reputation for keeping strictly up to 
its agreements regarding the delivery of goods, 
etc., is that of Ayer & Greeley, which has now 
been in operation about six years — having been 
founded in 1882. The firm consists of Messrs. 
W. M. Ayer and H. W. Greeley, the former a 
native of Bangor and the latter of Belgrade. 
The senior partner has held the office of High 
Priest of Drummond Koyal Arch Chapter. 
Being succeeded in that position by his present 
business associate, Mr. Greeley. Mr. Ayer is 
Superintendent of the Somerset K. R., and 
both he and Mr. Greeley are very generally- 
known throughout this section as energetic 
business men, who neglect no honorable means 
of advancing Oakland's best interests. The 
Concern utilizes a coal-shed measuring 120x26 
feet, and a wood-shed of the dimensions of 
120x2.5 feet, a very heavy stock being constantly 
carried, and large or small orders being given 
immediate attention. Unexcelled facilities are 
controlled, and no house in this vicinity is 
more favorably situated to supply uniformly 
satisfactory goods at bottom prices. 



F. H. Gilniaii's New Drug Store, Physicians' 
Prescriptions a Specialty, at lowest prices; Oak- 
land. The residents of Oakland and vicinity 
have reason to congratulate themselves on the 
existence in the community of such an enter- 
prise as that carried on by Mr. F. H. Oilman, 
for a really first-class Drug Store is almost as 
useful as a skillful and experienced physician 



and indeed the usefulness of the latter may be 
heightened by the aid that such an establish- 
ment can afford. Mr. Oilman was born in 
Manchester, Maine, and is a member of the 
Knights of Pythias. It was in 1887 that he 
opened his present store, but already a large 
trade has been attained, and the patronage is 
steadily increasing as the manifest advantages 
of dealing here become more generally known. 
The store is of the dimensions of 60x18 feet, 
and contains an exceptionally large and varied 
stock of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, Fancy 
and Toilet Articles, etc , making the prepara- 
tion of Physicians' Prescriptions a specialty. 
Ml". Oilman strives to insure absolute accuracy 
in this highly important department, and in 
view of the precautions taken it certainly seems 
as if serious error were impossible. The Drugs 
supplied by him are fresh and of the best qual- 
ity to be found in the market, and the prices 
quoted in the Prescription Department are pos- 
itively the lowest consistent with the use of 
such ingredients. Customers are promptly 
served and uniform politeness is shown to all. 
He also prepares Oilman's Throat and Lung 
Balsam, warranted a sure cure for Coughs, 
Colds, Sore Throat, Bleeding and Soreness of 
the Lungs, Croup, and all Diseases leading to 
Consumption. 



C. W. Folsom, Dealer in Hardware, Iron, 
Steel, Stoves, Tinware, Paints, Oils and Varn- 
ishes. Glazed Sash, Doors and Blinds. Agent 
for Walter A. Wood's Mowing Machines, Church 
and Water Streets, Oakland. Among those Oak- 
land business establishments which may justly 
claim to be entitled representative, that cari'ied 
on by Mr. C. W. Folsom, on Church and Water 
Streets, deserves special and prominent men- 
tion. This enterprise was begun over a quarter 
of a century ago. under the firm name of Blais- 
dell & Folsom, the date of its inception being 
1862, and about two years later the present pro- 
prietor assumed full control of the business. 
Mr. Folsom is a native of Monmouth, Maine, 
and a member of the Free Masons. Of course 
a merchant of such long standing is almost uni- 
versally known throughout this section, and 
Mr. Folsom's store has long been regarded as 
one of the most desirable to trade at in Oakland. 
That this statement of it is well-deserved, a 
personal visit will prove to the satisfaction of 
any intelligent and unprejudiced individual, 
especially if he be well-acquainted with the 
value of Hardware, Iron, Steel, Stoves, Tin- 
ware and similar articles. Four floors are util- 
ized, each 24x40 feet in dimensions, besides a 
Tin Shop adjoining. In the heavy stock car- 
ried. Hardware. Iron, Steel, Stoves and Tin 
Ware, of every description is given particular 
attention; but a large business is also done in 
Paints. Oils, and Varnishes, Glazed Sash, Doors 
and Blinds of all kinds. Considering the repu- 
tation this establishment bears, it is unnecessary 
ior us to say that no misrepresentation is prac- 
ticed or permitted; but we may call attention 
to the fact that quality for quality no other 
dealer can undersell Mr. Folsom. He is in a 
position to buy as low as anybody can, and his 
prices will be found to rule as low as the lowest 
in every department. Mr. Folsom is also agent 
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Folsom is also owner of the royally-bred Per- 
cheron stallion, Capt. Pulley— :i,'6(34, Percheron 
stud book of France. Three years ago, when 
Messrs. Blaisdell& Folsom purchased this horse 
in New York, and put him in the hands of Mr. 
Herrick, the step was considered visionary by 
many, but time has silenced all doubts and 
proved its wisdom. The illustration which we 
present is not a fancy picture, made to order, as 
are so many, but rather a faithful representa- 
tion of the horse as he is, the electro being re- 
produced from a pen and ink sketch made by 
a well-known Maine artist, William Sturdivant, 
of Fryeburg. An examination of it will indi- 
cate at once the strong points of the valuable 
stock horse. Capt. Pulley was foaled in the 
district of Alencorn, department of Orne, 
France, April 4th, 1883, and imported to New 
York, by John W. Akin, in August of the same 
year; was bought of him and brought to Oak- 
land, by Blaisdell & Folsom, in .June, 1885. He 
was got by LeDuc, dam by Poule by Papillion, 
he by Moutard. He stands 16i hands high, 
weighing 1,700 pounds; is black in color, with 
fine glossy coat, has a thick curly mane, and 
very heavy tail, a fine clean head, which he 
carries very high ; arching neck, deep broad 
chest, long quarters and wide flat legs, with the 
very best of feet ; he has been successfully bred to 
mares ranging in weight from 805 to 1,590 lbs., 
of nearly every shade of color, producing stock 
either bay, brown or black, with hardly an ex- 
ception. The colts have been rapidly picked 
up at prices perfectly satisfactory to the breed- 
ers. Although but three years in the State his 
popularity has steadily increased, farmers re- 
turning their mares the second and third season. 



George W. Goiilcling', Pharmacist, Main 
Street, Oakland. Prompt attention to custom- 
ers is one of the chief elements of success in 
the carrying on of any business, but particu- 
larly is this the case with the retail Druggist. 
He is often called upon to compound prescrip- 
tions or to perform some other responsible and 
delicate duty at the shortest notice, and it is 
therefore necessary for him to combine skill, 
experience and good judgment, with coolness 
and self possession, if he is to be prepared to 
properly meet all the demands made upon him. 
The pharmacists of Oakland as a class, need 
not fear comparison with those of any other 
city, for they are extremely well-informed men, 



and strive to protect the interests of their cus- 
tomers at all times. Where the average of ex- 
cellence is high, comparisons are more than 
ever odious, but without seeking to draw a com- 
parison, we may at least call attention to a 
Pharmacy which is thoroughly well managed in 
every respect. We refer to that located on 
Main Street and conducted by Mr. George W. 
Gouldiug. This gentleman is a native of North 
Wayne, Me., and has had the management of 
this business since 1868. He was connected 
with the Legislature as Representative of Water- 
ville and West Waterville for two years, and is 
Grand High Priest of the Grand Royal Arch 
Chapter of Maine. His store has a convenient 
and accessible location opposite the Maine Cen- 
tral Depot, and the premises occupied comprise 
three floors, each 40x65 feet in size, and a large 
and varied stock is handled of Drugs, Medicines 
and kindred goods with a well-chosen assortment 
of Toilet and Fancy Goods. Polite and efficient 
assistants are employed and no pains are spared 
j to assure customers prompt attention, and the 
I prices are low and reasonable in every instance. 
I Mr. Goulding also runs a store in Madison, Me., 
' the stock consisting of Ready-Made Clothing, 
Gents' Furnishing Goods and Paper Hangings. 



James B. Redmond, Carriage and Sign 
Painter, Oak Street, Oakland. Notwithstand- 
ing that there are many Carriage and Sign 
Painters in Oakland it is sometimes rather hard 
to satisfactorily place an order for work of this 
kind as, of course, everybody desires to patron- 
ize a reliable concern, and many people are 
ignorant of the respective standing of the dif- 
ferent houses engaged in this line of business. 
We can assure our readers that they need feel 
no hesitation in intrusting Mr. James B. Red- 
mond with any commission of this nature, for 
he is exceptionably well prepared to give satis- 
faction to every customer and will do either 
Carriage or Sign Painting at short notice and in 
first-class style. Mr. Redmond's place of busi- 
ness comprises four floors, each covering an 
area of 22x29 feet, and employment is given to 
a sufficient force of assistants to enable him to 
"rush things," when hurry is required, without 
injury to the quality of work done. He inaug- 
urated his present enterprise in 1885, and has 
since built up a thriving and growing patron- 
age. Fancy and Plain Sign Painting will be 
produced at the lowest market rates, and Car- 
riage Painting of all kinds will also be done at 
low prices and in durable and workmanlike 
style. Mr. Redmond is a native of Solon, Me., 
and a member of the Odd Fellows, also the 
Grange, and is highly esteemed by all who 
know him. 



A. Swain, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Clothing, Oakland. To know of a reliable es- 
tablishment at which to purchase Boots, Shoes 
and Clothing to the best advantage, is, by no 
means, an unimportant piece of knowledge, and 
we take great pleasure in making mention of 
the store carried on by Mr. Albert Swain in this 
connection, for we are sure that those who may 
visit it on account of this notice, will have 
reason to thank us for calling their attention to 
its many merits. Mr. Swain is a native of 
Skowhegan, and began operations here in 1884. 



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He is a member of the Free Masons and is too 
well-known to require extended personal men- 
tion. The store occupied is 70x25 feet, and con- 
tains a most carefully-selected stock of Boots, 
Shoes and Pants of all kinds. There are two 
assistants in attendance who will be found 
courteous and obliging, and extremely well- 
informed concerning the articles they handle. 
The Boots and Shoes dealt in are from the most 
reputable manufacturers, and are warranted to 
prove as represented in every respect. All 
grades and styles are kept in stock, and equal 
inducements are offered in street and dress 
Shoes. Hats, Caps and Gents' Furnishings are 
also handled largely; the latest novelties in 
Neck Wear, etc., being shown, and all at bot- 
tom prices. Mr. Swain is heavily interested in 
the Barrel Hoop industry, and last year be 
handled 1,700,000 of these articles. 

W. H. Wheeler, Manufacturer of and 
Dealer in Furniture, Coffins and Caskets, Oak- 
land. Successor to Wells & Wheeler. A piece 
of furniture may be strong and well made, of 
the best material, but even all this will not in- 
sure it against needing repairs at times, for 
"accidents will happen in the best regulated 
families," and even when nothing of the kind 
occurs, the progress of age is sure to show itself 
in one way or the other. Now it is obvious 
that a man who makes a specialty of manufac- 
turing as well as repairing furniture is able to 
give work of that kind more skillful and care- 
ful attention than one who does not, and, there- 
fore, we take pleasure in recommending to our 
readers Mr. W, H. Wheeler, on Church Street, 
Upper Village, Oakland. The business he now 
conducts was established in 1884 under the firm 
name of Wells & Wheeler, and after about one 
year, Mr. W. H. Wheeler assumed full control 
and management of the business, and has exe- 
cuted many difficult commissions with perfect 
satisfaction to all concerned. He is a native of 
Waterville, and has a very large circle of friends 
and patrons throughout this vicinity. The 
premises occupied are utilized for the Manufac- 
turing, Repairing and Upholstering of Furni- 
ture, and also for dealing in Furniture, Coffins 



and Caskets. Competent assistants are em" 
ployed, so that orders can be turned out at 
remarkably short notice when desired. Mr. 
Wheeler is too widely known as a skillful and 
faithful Mechanic and dealer to render it nec- 
essary for us to extend him any further per- 
sonal mention, and we will simply add that the 
character of his work speaks for itself, and 
needs no eulogy. 



Mrs. Julia A. Farnham, Millinery and 
Dress Making, Church Street, Oakland. The 
truest economy is that gained by judicious ex- 
l)enditure, and those who have learned this 
lesson will never make the mistake of loosing 
money by not spending it. This may seem 
a contradiction of terms, but, nevertheless, it 
expresses what is done by many people over 
and over again, and we therefore think that 
some consideration of how to avoid this prac- 
tice in one important branch of expenditure, at 
least, may prove of interest. Everybody will 
agree that the most fashionable and the most 
costly fabrics will not look well unless they are 
made up skillfully, and in style suited to the 
wearer; and as very few are able to secure 
these results by their unaided exertions, it fol- 
lows that the employment of a competent Mil- 
liner and Dress Maker becomes necessary, and 
is in the line of strictest economy. As really 
superior Milliners and Dress Makers are, by no 
means common in Oakland, we take pleasure 
in commending to the favorable attention of 
our readers, the establishment conducted by 
Mrs. Julia A. Farnham, located on Church St., 
for we feel confident that all orders placed there 
will be executed to the complete satisfaction of 
customers, and at prices that cannot fail to be 
acceptable. The enterprise was inaugurated 
in 1886, and has already gained a high reputa- 
tion in the vicinity. The lady mentioned car- 
ries a stock of goods that is carefully and skill- 
fully selected, and she supplies anything in 
these lines at the lowest market rates. Efficient 
assistants are employed, and work is satisfac- 
torily executed at reasonable prices and at short 
notice. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



P^^IRITIELD, M:E 



MONG the most delightful features of a journey through the State of Maine, 
the observing tourist must estimate highly the pleasure which is not infre- 
quently occasioned by coming across those charming towns and villages which nestle 
cosily among the hills, sloping gently to the banks of the mighty rivers, and enlivened 
by the social amenities and industrial enterprises which render it a real microcosmus 
of our American life. A few miles above Waterville, on the Kennebec river, is one 
of the most beautiful and charming of those towns in Maine. We refer to the pro- 
gressive town of Fairfield. This is the southern-most town of Somerset county, 
about twenty-six miles north of Augusta, and is remarkable both for its scenery and 
the enterprising genius of its people. It contains about forty-two square miles of 
ten'itory, and at this part of the river is one of the most valuable water-powers on 
the Kennebec. When the town was first settled, in 1774, it received its name from 
the "fair appearance" of its situation, and itwould never hnve seemed to have for- 
feited the distinction. Its growth was not rapid, and was marked by the variotis 
disturbances and obstacles which beset the towns of this vicinity, yet has been decid- 
edly uniform, and since the manufacturing privileges of the water-power supply have 
been improved it has made marked progress. The first Congregational church was 
founded here in 1815. The town was incorporated in 1788, the years immediately 
following the Revolutionary war being unusually marked by prosperity and growth. 
The embarrassments of the Embargo in 1807 and 1808, and the war of 1812, as well 
as the panic of 1832, were serious set-backs; but by the middle of the century the 
population had become 2,482. During the next decade it rose to 2,753. 

The people of Fairfield entered into the great struggle against slavery with enthu- 
siastic generosity and devotion. They spared neither men or money in their patriotic 
service, and the achievements of their sons, and the tender memorials of lost heroes 
have ever since been zealously guarded and honored. Since the war the advance of 
the town has been steady and marked. The population in 1870 had risen to 2,999, 



230 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF FAIRFIELD. 

and in 1880 to 3,044. The valuation in tlie latter year was $1,288,582. The town 
officers for 1888 were as follows: Selectmen, F. E. MacFadden, C. J.Greene, N. 
Howe; Town Clerk, F. E. MacFadden; Treasurer, E. G. Pratt. Since 1880 the pop" 
ulation and valuation have been both increased largely. The water-power at Fair- 
field is practically inexhaustible. There is a fall of thirty-four feet within a short 
distance at the falls, and over this for eleven hours a day there is a constant run of 
117,300 cubic feet of water per minute. This is equivalent to 7,540 horse or 300,000 
spindles. This great power, moreover, can be increased by various improvements if 
the demand should be extended. 

Though not one of the largest, Fairfield is certainly one of the most enterprising 
towns in this State of business genius. Its industrial spirit penetrates many varied 
lines, and is alike successful in all. Among the chief lines of business enterprise are 
those of lumber, furniture, frames, carriages, machinery, canned goods of all kinds 
(this being an industry in which great success has been achieved), boxes, grain and 
produce, shoes, and tools of all kinds. The mill industries at the various villages are 
centers of population and commercial advancement. The out-put of two of these 
mills alone is over $350,000 a year. In the lumber business there are eight saw-mills. 
The chief centers or villages of the town, chiefly divided according to commercial 
enterprises, are as follows: North Fairfield, Fairfield Corner, Fairfield Village (the 
largest center, including Kendall's Mills), Somerset Mills, Blacknell's Mills and Wins- 
low Mills. Fairfield has also a First National Bank, and Fairfield Savings Bank. 
" Fairfield Journal " is an enterprising local weekly, of an independent and lively 
spirit, and furnishing news and entertainment to many readers. Such is the great 
resource of water-power at Fairfield that her manufacturing industries admit of great 
expansion, and as they became more widely known, and the privileges of location 
offered to manufacturers are realized, there must be a great source of wealth and 
progress coming to Fairfield in this line, for there are few towns or cities that have 
been more abundantly enriched by the bounty of nature's gifts than she. At the 
present time there are six physicians, five lawyers and six clergymen located here. 
There are six churches, — one Baptist, three Methodist, one Free Baptist, and one Uni- 
versalist. The religious life of the people is progressive and wholesome, the moral 
standard of a high stamp, and the interest in charity and benevolence wide-spread and 
earnest. Great attention is given to educational matters, and the public schools of 
the town are liberally and well conducted. The social life is quiet and retired, yet is 
marked by the refining and charming influences which the country towns of New 
England peculiarly possess. The beauty of the surrounding country and the unusu- 
ally healthful situation are advantages not to be lightly regarded. Nor are the attrac- 
tions to tourists and summer travelers unworthy of attention. 

Situated on the great Kennebec, and the main line of the Maine Central Railroad, 
it is easily reached both from Portland and Bangor, and possesses both the advantages 
of suburban and country life. Its ancient beauty still attracts, and will, many de- 
lighted tourists every year. Sportsmen find good opportunities for sport with rod 
and gun through the surrounding country, and tired families can nowhere obtain 
better accommodations, with such recuperation and enjoyment at such small expense. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



FAIRFIELD, ME. 



Kennebec Framing- & Lumber Co., i frame building can be erected nowadays is sim 
Mills at Fairfield, Maine. Boston office: 7 Ex- I ply marvelous, and reminds one of the Arabian 
change Place. Lumber; Buildings Framed by Nights' tales of stately palaces being erected in 
Machinery. Moldings and Finish Worked to a single night. Nor is this rapidity gained at 
Architect's Designs. Doors, Sash, Blinds and the expense of solidity. It is simply the result 
Window Frames. The rapidity with which a of the intelligent employment of ingenious and 




powerful machinery, and so accurate and effi- 
cient is this that the framing for a vast build- 
ing may be made here in Fairfield, shipped 
hundreds of miles, and put together with the 
absolute certainty that the pieces will join as 
perfectly together as though shaped slowly and 
laboriously on the spot by the most skilled 
mechanics. Practically all buildings of any 
size are now wholly or partially framed in this 



way, for hand work cannot compete with that 
done by machinery, either as regards economy 
or accuracy. The Kennebec Framing and Lum- 
ber Company is one of the best-known and 
most successful concerns in the country devoted 
to this branch of industry, and some idea of the 
extent to which its facilities are availed of may 
be gained from the fact that some six hundred 
carloads of Frames will be shipped during the 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FAIRFIELD. 



present year. The inception of the enterprise 
occurred in 1873, Messrs. Smith & Meades being 
its founders; and in 1881 the Kennebec Framing 
Company was incorporated, its name being 
changed to tlie Kennebec Framinsr and Lumber 
Company, in 1887. A Boston office is main- 
tained at No. 7 Exchange Place, and orders are 
received from every part of New England. 
Three mills are in operation, covering three- 
quarters of an acie of ground, and employment 
is given to seventy assistants, the motive power 
being furnished by a one hundred and twenty- 
five horse Corliss engine. The machinery in 
use is of the most improved design, and the 



work turned out is spoken of in the highest 
terms by architects and builders, who find it 
unsurpassed for accuracy and beauty of finish. 
Doors, iSash, Blinds and Window Frames are 
extensively manufactured, and Moldings and 
Finish are worked to architects' designs. No 
lower prices are quoted on work of equal merit 
than those named by this company, and no 
concern can fill orders with greater promptness. 
The officers and directors are as follows: Presi- 
dent, J. M. Lasell; Treasurer, G. L. Briggs; 
Agent. L. L. Parsons; Directors, J. M. Laselle, 
G. L. Briggs, L. L. Parsons, C. W. Lasell, G. M. 
Whitin. 




Fairfield Furniture Company, Manu- 
facturers of Pine, Ash and Basswood Furniture. 
Boston Salesrooms, 31 Dunstable Street, Charles- 
town, Mass. Principal Office and Factory, Fair- 
field. Among those lines of manufacturing 
most extensively carried on in this State, that 
of Furniture is worthy of particular atiention, 
for this industry affords employment to hun- 
dreds of skilled workmen, and is bound to de- 
velop steadily with the progress of time. In- 
deed the changes which have occurred in it even 
during the past decade, are by no means incon- 
siderable, and the tendency is steadily in the di- 
rection of producing superior articles at lower 
prices. It was in 187(). the centennial year, 
that Messrs. J. F. and E. P. Kenrick founded 
their present enterprise, and the Fairfield Fur- 
niture Company, under which style business is 
carried on, has since made its influence felt 
throughout the New England Market. Both 
members of the firm are natives of China, Me., 
and both are widely known in Fairfield and vi- 
cinity. Mr. .1. F. Kenrick being one of the Trus- 
tees of the Fairfield Savings Bank, while Mr. E. 
P. Kenrick is a Director of the First National 
Bank, of the same town. The principal office 
and factory are located here, Boston salesrooms 
being maintained at No. 31 Dunstable Street, 
Charlestown District. The factory comprises 



three floors, measuring 117x50 feet, and is run 
by water power, there being employment given 
to forty assistants. The secret of the success 
with which tliis enterprise has met, may be ex- 
plained in three words — thoroughness of man- 
ufacture. Nothing is left to chance, and " luck " 
does not enter into the means depended on to 
dispose of the goods turned out. The stock 
used is carefully selected, perfectly seasoned 
and skillfully liandled. The percentage of 
waste is reduced to a minimum, the workmen 
are encouraged to do their best, and are fur- 
nished with the most improved tools and 
machinery. New methods which give promise 
of being valuable are given early and exhaustive 
trial, and in short no pains is spared to keep the 
factory up to the highest point of efficiency. 
Pine, ash and basswood furniture in the white 
is manufactured, and the prices are put at the 
lowest rates consistent with the production of 
articles that are made to wear as well as sell. 
On this solid basis is the reputation of the Fair- 
field Furniture Company established, and it is 
not to be wondered at that its goods are in ac- 
tive demand, the annual production footing up 
about ten thousand chamber sets. True merit 
is sure to win appreciation, and no one can 
envy success so honorably attained. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FAIRFIELD. 



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'N. Totman & Sons, Manufacturers and 
Dealers in all kinds of Pine and Spruce Lum- 
ber, Clapboards, Shingles, Latlis, Pickets, etc. 
Dimensions sawed to order. As vast as the 
Lumber interests of this State are, there are 
certain houses which are of such prominence 
as to be easily distinguishable among their fel- 
lows, and especially is this true of that of 
Messrs. N. Totman & Sons, which has been 
carried on under its present name since 1873. 
The undertaking had its origin in 1835, Messrs. 
E. cfe N. Totman being the proprietors, and the 
principles which have governed its prosecution 
up to the present time, have resulted in placing 
it among the representative enterprises of the 
State. Messrs. N. Totman & Sons are manu- 
facturers of and dealers in all kinds of Pine and 
Spruce Lumber, Clapboards, Shingles, Laths, 
Pickets, etc,, and the premises utilized, com- 
prise two floors of the dimensions of 100x76 
feet. A very complete and costly plant of ma- 
chinery is in operation, ample water-power 
being available to furnish motive force. There 
is every facility at hand that experience can 
suggest, and employment is given to fifty men 
the year round. Some .5,000,000 feet of Lum- 
ber is annually manufactured for Maine and 
Massachusetts markets, an important branch of 
the business being the sawing of dimensions to 
order. No house is more favorably situated as 
regards its ability to furnish promjitand reliable 
service to customers, and the prices quoted are 
consistent with the unexcelled facilities en- 
joyed. The firm as now constituted, consists 
of Messrs. N., F. M., and L. Totman, the first- 
named gentleman being a native of Abington, 
Mass., and two latter of this town. The senior 
partner was a member of the State Senate in 
•1878, and is now President of the First National 
Bank. Messrs. F. M. and L. Totman are con- 
nected with the Free Masons, and are very gen- 
ei-ally known throughout this section. Fair- 
field has profited much by the existence of this 
enterprise in its midst, and no sketch of the 
business interests of the town would be com- 
plete without mention of this leading firm. 



J. A. Cilley & Co., Manufacturers of and 
Dealers in Pine, Ash, and Basswood Furniture 
of All Kinds, Fairfield. Salesrooms .339 Medford 
Street, Charlestown. The manufacture of Furni- 
ture by machinery has reached a high stage of 
perfection at the present time, and results are 
now attained that would have been looked upon 
as impossible comparatively few years ago. By 
the aid of machinery, it is possible to produce 
furniture at prices the poorest can afford, and 
it is a fact that many a workingman has his 
house furnished in a manner that would bear 
comparison with that only shown in the homes 
of the rich in by-gone days. There have been 
many changes in methods of manufacturing 
since the house of J. A. Cilley & Co. was 
founded, in 186-1; but the firm have always been 
among the first to adopt desirable improve- 
ments, and, in fact, were the first in Maine to 
manufacture Shocks and Fine Furniture for the 
Boston market. Their salesrooms are at No. 
339 Medford Street, Charlestown, Mass., and 
they also have a factory in that city, besides 
their extensive works here in Fairfield which 
occupy three floors of the dimensions of 120x50 



feet, and are run by water-power. Employ- 
ment is given to thirty men, and Pine, Ash and 
Basswood Furniture of All Kinds is very largely 
manufactured, a business of from $40,000 to 
$50,000 per annum being done. Every detail of 
the work is intrusted to experienced and skilled 
operatives, and as the system in operation in 
the factory permits of the closest inspection at 
all stages, the concern is able to fully warrant 
its productions in every respect, and to quote 
prices that will bear the severest examination. 
As now constituted, the firm is made up of 
Messrs. J. A., A. E., and E. A. Cilley, and was 
never better prepared to carry on operations to 
the best advantage. Its goods are accepted as 
the standard in the Boston market, and al- 
though competition is strong in this line of 
trade, meet|with a ready sale among discrimin- 
ating buyers everywhere. 



A. H. & C E. Duren, Manufacturer and 
Dealer in Pine and Spruce Lumber, Laths, 
Shingles, Clapboards, Pickets, etc. Dimensions 
Sawed to Order. Special attention given to 
Clapboards and Shingles. OfiSce on Water 
Street, Fairfield. It would be difficult to find 
an enterprise that has done more to bring Fair- 
field into prominence as a manufacturing cen- 
ter than that conducted by Messrs. A. H. & C. 
E. Duren,for since this undertaking was found- 
ed, in 1873, it has developed until it has become 
one of the most extensive in this portion of the 
State. Both members of the firm are natives of 
Canaan, and Mr. A. H. Duren has served on the 
Board of Selectmen of Fairfield, as well as 
Assessor of Corporations. No thinking person 
can visit the mills without being impressed with 
the evidences of careful and thorough prepara- 
tion everywhere manifest, for it has been the 
policy of the firm from the first to hold itself in 
readiness to fill the most extensive orders at 
short notice, and the plant operated is most 
admirably adapted to secure that result. Two 
laige buildings are occupied, measuring 115x65 
and 1.50x32 feet respectively, with ample water- 
power available to run the necessary machinery. 
The works have a capacity for the production 
of 8,000,000 feet of Long Lumber, 5,000,000 
Shingles, 500,000 of Clapboards and Laths, 
Staves and Pickets to the amount of about 
4,000,000, employment being given to eighty 
men. Dimension Lumber is sawed to order at 
short notice, and special attention is given to 
Clapboards and Shingles; Pine and Spruce Lum- 
ber, Pickets, Laths, etc. being also very largely 
dealt in. The office is located on Water Street, 
and the facilities for shipping goods are of the 
most satisfactory character. This enterprise is 
a truly representative one, and the residents of 
Fairfield may well congratulate themselves on 
its unsurpassed standing in the mercantile 
world. 

Stephen A. Nye, Manufacturer and Dealer 
in Long and Short Lumber, Spruce, Pine and 
Cedar; Fairfield. The gold mines of California 
never produced so much wealth as the forests 
of Maine, and it is difficult, to justly estimate 
the importance of the Lumber interests of this 
State. We may obtain the figures showing the 
annual production of manufactured lumber, the 
number of men employed, the amount of wages 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FAIRFIELD. 



236 



paid, etc., but; still we will have but an imper- 
fect idea of the true condition of affairs, for the 
Indirect good done by this vast industry, the 
hundreds of enterprises tributary to it, will not 
show in the account at all. Without doubt, 
one of the best-known manufactarers of Long 
and Short Lumber in the State is Mr. Stephen 
A. Nye, for not only is his establishment one of 
the best-equipped to be found anywhere, but 
his public services have caused him to be known, 
by reputation at least, throughout this section. 
Mr. Nye is a native of Fairfield, and is very 
prominently connected with the Free Masons, 
Laving held a very high office in that ancient 
order. He was Representative to the Legisla- 
ture in 1882, and served in the Senate in 1884. 
Business was begun iu ISTo, by Nye, Fogg & 
Co., the present proprietor assuming entire 
control in 1877. The premises utilized com- 
prise two floors, each of the dimensions of 
100x100 feet, and the elaborate machinery in 
use is run by water-power, employment being 
afforded to one hundred assistants. As may be 
imagined, the capacity of such a plant is very 
great, amounting to 8,000,000 feet of Long Lum- 
ber, 5,000,000 shingles, 800,0i)() clapboards, and 
from 3 to 4,000.000 each of Laths, Staves and 
Pickets. Such facilities enable Mr. Nye to fill 
orders without delay, and he is in a position to 
meet all honorable competition and hold his 
present place among the leaders of the Lumber 
Trade. 



S. H. Blackwell, Hardware, Cutlery, Nails 
and Glass, Doors, Sash and Blinds, Farmers' 
and Mechanics' Tools, Kitchen Furnishings, 
Artists' Materials. Paints. Oils, Varnishes, etc., 
Fairfield. The Hardware trade is of necessity 
one of the most important carried on in this 
country, for an immense variety of articles are 
included within this term, and "Hardware" is 
coming to mean more eveiy day; "Builders' 
Hardware," '"Piano Hardware," "Saddlery Hard- 
ware," and many other special branches of the 
business are followed, but in none of thera is a 
more intimate knowledge of the goods handled 
required than is called for from those dealing in 
"General Hardware." Mr. S. H. Blackwell has 
been identified with the last-named branch of 
the trade for several years, having begun opera- 
tions in 18S2. He was born in Oakland, Me., 
and is a member of the Masons, Odd Fellows, 
A. O. U. VV. and the Grand Army. He is also 
Vice-president of Fairfield Board of Trade, and 
is one of the best-known of our local business 
men, Mr. Blackwell utilizes two floors, of the 
dimensions each of 5.5x35 feet, and the immense 
stock carried includes not only Hardware, Cut- 
lery, Nails, Doors, Sash and Blinds, Farmers' 
and Mechanics' Tools, Artists' Materials, Paints, 
Oils, Varnishes, Glass, etc., but also a general 
assortment of Kitchen Furnishing Goods are at 
hand to select from, and the prices iu this, as in 
other departments, will be found to be as low 
as the lowest, while the quality of the goods is 
unexcelled. The store occupied since 1886 is 
located on Main Street, corner of Bridge Street. 
Employment is given to competent and atten- 
tive assistants. Orders are filled at the shortest 
possible notice, and whether a large or small 
quantity of goods be desired, every effort will 
be made to so supply the customers that per- 
fect satisfaction will be the result. 



Fairfield House, Fairfield Hall, A. S. 
Pease, Proprietor; also livery stable ; Fairfield. 
We are by no means sure that regular patrons 
of the house we speak of will thank us for ex- 
tending a knowledge of its merits among the 
general public, for selfishness is unfortunately 
a pronounced characteristic of human nature, 
and all of us when we get a good thing are too 
apt to strive to keep it to ourselves. But as we 
are bound to bring forward the worthy and 
representative institutions of Fairfield in this 
book, we feel under obligations to mention this 
enterprise, knowing that if by so doing we are 
incurring the displeasure of one class, we are 
certainly putting ourselves in a position to earn 
the gratitude o( a much larger portion of the 
people at large. Therefore, we would advise 
those desiring hotel accommodations for a 
long or short period in this town to make 
a trial of the Fairfield House, feeling very 
sure that they will find there many of the 
comforts of a home combined with the con- 
venience of a public house. Mr. A. S. Pease, 
the proprietor of the establishment, is a native 
of North Anson, Me., and has been concerned 
in the present enterprise since 1880. Mr. Pease 
formerly kept the Evans House, in Gardiner, 
Me. , and also carried on the Livery Business 
there for twenty years. The Fairfield House is 
three stories high, and with the stable and yard 
room, altogether cover an acre of ground. The 
table is supplied with a variety of food, only 
limited by the condition of the market. Mr. H. 
B. Bradstreet is clerk, and the service is 
prompt, courteous and willing. Ten assistants 
are employed, and every eifort is made to make 
the guests feel at home, and satisfy them in every 
reasonable respect. 

Frank J. Savag'e, Custom Miller and 
Dealer in Phosphate, Flour, Grain, Meal, Feed 
and Grass Seed, Lime, Hair, Cement and Glazed 
Tile. Manufacturer of Ground Plaster, Fair- 
field. One of the first uses to which water- 
power was put, was the grinding of wheat, 
etc., and the majority of the grist mills in use 
today, are run by this means. Great improve- 
ments have, of course, been made in the meth- 
ods of utilizing and applying this power, and 
also in the character of the flour, etc., produced, 
and a mill embodying about all that has been 
done in these lines is that carried on by Mr. 
Frank J. Savage, in Fairfield. Business was 
rbegun by him in 1882, and as the superio 
character of the articles produced soon became 
manifest, a brisk trade was soon established, 
and has since continued to increase. The prem- 
ises occupied comprise two fioors, the Plaster 
and Feed room measuring 20x25 feet, and the 
grinding room 40x40 feet; and a large custom 
and retail business is done. Mr. Savage is a 
native of Anson, Maine, a member of the Masons 
and the A. O. U. W., and ranks among our best- 
known business men. The goods handled in- 
clude Phosphate, Flour, Grain, Meal, Feed and 
Grass Seed, Lime, Hair and Cement, and Glazed 
Tile, together with Ground Plaster. Prices are 
in accordance with the lowest market rates, and 
orders will always receive immediate and care- 
ful attention. Custom grinding is done with- 
out delay and carried out in a superior manner. 
Four competent hands are constantly employed 
and patrons receive polite and courteous service 



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E. Totman & Co., Manufacturers and 
Dealers in Lumber of all kinds, Fairfield. No 
■work treating of Maine's prominent business 
enterprises, would be complete did it not con- 
tain extended reference to the Lumber trade, 
for, as all our readers know, this is one of the 
most flourishing industries in the State. Where 
so many large concerns are engaged in a certain 
line of efifort, it is often difficult to single out 
those worthy of special mention, but no such 
difficulty is met with in the case of Messrs. E. 
Totman & Co., as it is universally conceded 
that no Lumber House in this vicinity holds a 
higher position than that referred to. The en- 
terprise with which it is identified, was inaug- 
urated over half a century ago. operations hav- 
ing been begun in 1835, under the style of E. & 
U. Totman. Mr. E. Totman died in 18S1, and 
since that date, the business has been continued 
by his sons, Messrs. C. G. and A. H. Totman. 
Both members of the original firm, were born 
in Abington, Mass., and the present proprietors 
are natives of Fairfield. Both are connected 
■with the Free Masons, and Mr. A. H. Totman, 
also belongs to the Odd Fellows. The mill is 
located on the Island, an area of four acres be- 
ing occupied and employment given to from 
forty to fifty men. Lumber of all kinds is man- 
ufactured and dealt in very extensively, both a 
■wholesale and retail business being done, and 
large and small orders given equal consideration. 
Having the prestige arising from over fifty years 
successful establishment, and enjoying the 
most complete facilities for the obtaining of 
raw material, and the economical working of it, 
it ■would be strange if the firm were not in a 
position to offer unusual advantages to its cus- 
tomers. That these advantages are perceived 
and improved, may be easily seen from the fact 
that the annual sales amount to above $100,000. 
Goods are promptly shipped, and the prices 
quoted are such as could only be named by a 
house occupying as advantageous a position as 
the one in question. 



Wig-gin «Sfc Nye, Dealers in Meats, Vegeta- 
bles and Groceries. Teas and Coffees a Spec- 
ialty. Highest Cash Piices Taid for Country 
Produce. Fairfield. If there is any one branch 
of trade in which the general public may be 
reasonably expected to take a special interest, 
it is certainly that carried on by the Grocer and 
Provision Dealer, for there is no other branch 
so intimately connected with every-day life. A 
modern store of this kind is well worthy of 
careful study in more respects than one, for it 
contains a stock gathered from the four quar- 
ters of the world; and there is not a climate, 
and hardly a country, that is not represented 
more or less largely. It is owing to this im- 
mense variety in the articles handled that the 
business of the Grocer and Provision Dealer 
embraces such a vast amount of detail, and the 
responsibility felt is by no means lessened by 
the fact that the customer who comes in and 
asks for five cents' worth of the otdy article you 
happen to be out of will invariably henceforth 
regard you as behind the times, and spread that 
opinion abroad, quite forgetting the thousand 
and one other articles that you had in stock and 
•were ready to furnish. As may be imagined, it 
is no easy task to hold a leading position in the 



retail trade for year after year, but such is the 
record made by a few houses, and prominent 
among such is that conducted by Messrs. Wig- 
gin & Nye in this town. Everybody in this 
vicinity knows this concern, and well they 
might, for it has served the public in an honor- 
able and upright manner since its inception 
which occurred in 1887. Spacious premises are 
occupied, covering an area of 50x75 feet, and 
every provision made for the carrying on of 
operations to the best possible advantage, for 
the proprietors know that the public demand 
prompt and accurate service, as well as perfectly 
reliable goods, and stand ready to meet all 
reasonable expectations. It would be useless 
to attempt even a partial description of the 
stock on hand, so we say "go and see for your- 
self." It is varied, large, well-selected and fresh, 
and comprises Staple and Fancy Groceries, 
Meats and Vegetables. These goods are high in 
grade but not in price, and the most economical 
buyer can trade here to advantage. Mr. I. B. 
Wifrorin and Mr. W. W. Nye are both natives of 
Maine and members of the Odd Fellows. 



D. W. Foye. Dealer in Confectionery, Ice 
Cream, Fruit, Cigars, etc., Fairfield. One of 
those places which it is both agreeable and 
profitable to visit, is that conducted by Mr. D. 
W. Foye, located in this town. This opinion 
is doubtless held by hundreds of others be- 
sides the writer, for the patronage accorded the 
enterprise is very generous indeed, and is stead- 
ily increasing from year to year. The inception 
of this popular undertaking occurred in 1881, 
its founder being Mr. G. A. Savage, who was 
succeeded by the present proprietor in 1885. 
This latter gentleman is a native of Palermo, 
Maine, and is well-known throughout Fairfield, 
both in a business and social way. being con- 
nected with the Masonic Order. The premises 
made use of comprise one floor of the dimen- 
sions of 60x20 feet. Confectioneiy, Ice Cream 
and Fruit are largely handled, together with a 
fine assortment of Cigars, etc., of the best 
foreign and domestic makes. Mr. Foye puts his 
prices at very reasonable figures, and as his 
goods are first-class there is no occasion for 
surprise at the magnitude of his business. 



G. T. Piper & Co.. Dealers in Dry and 
Fancy Goods, Fairfield. There is a certain air 
about a popular and well-patronized establish- 
ment of any kind that is easily distinguished 
by a careful observer, and although it would 
often be difficult to define just what is meant 
by an "air of prosperity," slill it is impossible 
to mistake such an appearance after once becom- 
ing familiar with it. If any of our readers wish 
an example of what we mean, let them visit 
the establishment conducted by G. T. Piper <fc 
Co., and they will find one of the inost popular 
Dry and Fancy Goods stores in this section of 
the State. Mr. Piper was born in Livermore, 
Me., and inaugurated the enterprise in question 
in 1887. The premises occupied comprise one 
floor of the dimensions of 20x75 feet, and afford 
opportunity for the display of one of the most 
varied and desirable assortments of Dry and 
Fancy Goods in Fairfield. Employment is given 
to three competent and polite assistants, and in 



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every department of the store the same scrupu- 
lous attention to details is noticeable, the result 
being that customers are always assured prompt 
and courteous attention, and that the goods of- 
fered are both fashionable in style and low in 
price. Mr. Piper is fully aware that close per- 
sonal supervision is essential to the mainte- 
nance of the admirable system in force in his 
establishment, and may be depended upon in 
the future as in the past to give his best efforts 
toward assuring satisfaction to every customer. 
No misrepresentation is allowed, and prices are 
made as low as possible. Mr. Piper is a well- 
known member of the Free Masons and Odd 
Fellows. 

G. C. Philbrook, Manufacturer of Har- 
nesses of all Grades, Robes, Blankets, Whips, 
etc., Bridge Street, Fairfield. Harness Goods, 
etc., are difficult things to buy unless you know 
just whom you are trading with, for it is hard 
to judge of the true value of such articles, 
simply by personal inspection. Nothing can 
equal the test of actual wear, of course, but 
one thing can be done at all events, and that is 
to deal with a house that is unquestionably re- 
liable and unquestionably moderate in its 
prices. No better example of such a concern 
could be wished for than that afforded by the 
enterprise conducted by Mr. G. C. Philbrook, 
on Bridge Street. This has certainly been car- 
ried on long enough to enable some insight to 
be gained concerning its characteristics, for it 
was inaugurated in 1887. Mi-. Philbrook was 
born in China, Me., and is a member of the 
Free Masons. Owing to his upright business 
methods, he is very generally known in this 
vicinity, and is as generally respected as he is 
known. The premises made use of, measure 
20x36 feet, and employment is given to two 
assistants. Mr. Philbrook manufactures Har 
nesses of all grades.and deals in Piobes, Blankets. 
Whips, etc., and is in a position to supply a 
standard article at the lowest market rate. 
Every article sold by him, is warranted to prove 
as represented, and integrity and honor are the 
distinguishing charactei'istics of his business 
methods. Custom work is promptly and skill- 
fully attended to, and particular attention is 
paid to Repairing, such work being done neatly, 
but as strongly and durably as possible. 

F. W. Cotton, Drug Store, Fairfield. Per- 
fect neatness and order are of course expected 
in evei'y pharmaceutical establishment and are 
almost invariably pi-esent ; but even these quali- 
ties, admirable as they unquestionably are, can- 
not compensate for want of experience and 
skill, and, therefore, we think the public will be 
interested in learning of a pharmacy where all 
these desirable attributes are assured, and 
where strictly reliable goods are to be had at 
the lowest market rates. We have reference to 
the establishment carried on by Mr. F. M. Cot- 
ton, and are sure that our favorable opinion of 
its merits is fully supported by the facts and 
indorsed by those who have had an opportunity 
to judge of its correctness from personal expe- 
rience. Mr. Cotton is a native of Fairfield, and 
inaugurated the enterprise alluded to in 1888. 
There are utilized one floor and a basement of 
the dimensions of 23x.50 feet, which are well 
stocked with Drugs of All Kinds, Books and 



Stationery, and Fancy Goods. Although at 
some city drug store there may be larger stocks 
carried than that shown by Mr. Cotton, still it 
would be difficult to find one more vai-ied and 
at the same time composed of more first-class 
materials, and it is to this variety and complete- 
ness of the goods on hand that the establish- 
ment under notice owes much of the reputation 
attached to it for accuracy and celerity in the 
compounding of prescriptions. The facihties 
at hand in this department are of the very best 
and most approved description, and nothing is 
left undone to secure reliable and satisfactory 
results. 

John Green, Steam Piping and Plumbing, 
Fairfield. It is a very useful thing to know of 
a good plumber who may be depended upon to 
give prompt attention to orders, for waterpipes 
have a way of busting without notice, and other 
repairs in the plumbing arrangements are con- 
stantly having to be made, .so that such infor- 
mation is pretty sure to be often made use of. 
He has built up an enviable reputation since 
he founded his present undertaking in 1887, and 
we feel ihat we can give our readers no better 
advice than to direct them to intrust this gen- 
tleman with such repairing or other work in 
his line that they may wish to liave done. The 
premises occupied comprise one floor, which is 
well supplied with all necessary requisites for 
tbe proper conduct of this business. Employ- 
ment is siven to competent assistants and or- 
ders for Plumbing and Steam pipe Fitting of 
every description, will be given instant atten- 
tion and faithful and thorough work is guaran- 
teed. Also special attention given to drainage 
and ventilation. Customers will find that their 
interests are given careful consideration and 
work of all kind will be finished in a durable 
and workmanlike style. Mr. Green is a native 
of Portland, Me., and seiwed in the Mexican 
and Civil wars. He is a thoroughly skillful and 
practical plumber, fully deserving the favorable 
reputation he has already attained in this vici- 
nity. 

U. G. Salley, Fine Custom Tailor and Dealer 
in Woolens, Fairfield. The rapidity with which 
the enterprise conducted by Mr. U. G. Salley, 
has reached its present dimensions, has occa- 
sioned no small amount of comment among 
tl ose conversant with the magnitude of the bus- 
iness now done, but it is easily understood after 
careful consideration of the methods by which 
it has been brought about. Mr. Salley, who is 
a native of Madison, Maine, begun operations 
here in 1886, and it soon became manifest that 
he was exceptionally well-prepared to cater to 
the most fastidious trade. It has been his aim 
from the beginning, to thoroughly satisfy every 
customer, and the present wide popularity of 
his establishment, is but the legitimate result 
of such a policy. The premises occupied, com- 
prise two floors of the dimensions of (50x40 feet, 
and afford accommodation to one of the finest 
lines of Suitings to be found in the State, as Mr. 
Salley is a large dealer in Woolens and handles 
the productions of some of the most celebrated 
Foreign and Domestic mills. It is largely owing 
to the latitude of choice his stock allows, that 
his ability to satisfy every patron is due, for the 
goods offered at his store comprise the latest 



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fashionable novelties, as well as full lines of j made on the methods employed in the buying 
staple suitings, and are adapted to all ages and j and selling of the same than to state that no 
habits. Employment is given to twelve assist- concern in Fairfield is prepared to offer more 
ants, and orders are filled with the utmost celer- genuine inducements in any or all of the articles 
ity, although care is taken to attain uniform ex- mentioned. The store is 25x36 feet in dimen- 
cellence of finish, and perfection of fit is guar- sions, and affords an excellent opportunity for 
anteed. Mr. Salley is reasonable in his prices, the display of the goods handled. Staple and 
for his trade is so extensive as to warrant his J^ancy Dry Goods in all the standard and popu- 
depending upon the number of his orders for a ; lar materials, shades and makes are shown, and 



fair profit on the capital invested, rather than 
on a high maigin on comparatively few com- 
missions. 



in this line alone such bargains are offered as 
to well repay a visit, while a beautiful assort- 
ment of Millinery Goods at the "people's 

prices" furnishes additional incentive, if such 

W. S. Miller, Dentist, office hours, from S \ be required. Two polite and competent assist- 
to 12 A. M., 1 to 6 p. M. Anaesthetics adminis- j ants are employed, and all visitors to this estab- 
tered at usual rates. Rooms in Burgess Block, lishment are promptly and courteously served, 
cor. Main and Bridge Streets, Fairfield. Few The individual members of the firm are Mr. C. 
things are more diflScult for the average man to W. Tuttle and Mr. Abner Frazier. Both gen- 
bring himself to do than to visit a dentist's [ tlemen are well-known and highly respected in 
rooms, and it is just on this account that a | this community, 
great deal of the pain suffered in such places is 
due. When attended to in time, operations on 
the teeth are entirely painless; and in cases 
where decay is just beginning it can be ar- 
) ested and the tooth preserved for many years, 
perhaps for life, by proper treatment. 



many people see their teeth decaying, know 
that they are growing worse daily, know that a 
competent dentist could obviate further de- 
stiuction of them, and yet let week after week 
go by, until the only thing left to do is to ex- 
tract the tooth, and thus loose a faithful serv- 
ant that might have been kept for years. Such 
conduct is certainly foolish, yet it is the rule 
rather than the exception. Residents of Fair- 
field certainly have no excuse on the ground 
of there being no competent dentist near by, 
for Dr. W. S. Miller is known to be a skillful 
and conscientious practioner, who gives his 
best efforts to his patrons and neglects no 
means of attending to their best interests. He 
was born in Searsport, Me., and has practiced 
his profession here since 1887. His dental 
rooms are located in Burgess Block, corner of 
Main and Bridge Streets, and cover an area of 
25x15 feet, and are conveniently fitted up for 
the purpose for which they are utilized. Dr. 
Miller is moderate in his charges as well as 
thorough in his work, and gives prompt atten- 
tion to every caller. He has every method for 
the Painless Extraction of Teeth, including 
Ether, Nitrous Oxide Gas, Electricity and Local 
Anaesthesia, or Freezing the Gums as it is 
usually termed. 



D. W. Allen & Co., Dealers in Hardware, 

Iron and Steel, Paints and Oils, Stoves and 

Tin Ware, Doors, Glazed Sash and Blinds, 

Wheels and Spokes. Mill Supplies, Cordage, 

Yet how j Agricultural Implements, Wooden Ware and 



Tuttle & Frazier, Dry and Fancy Goods 
and Millinery, Fairfield. Some of those people 
who are so fond of declaring that it is only by 
confining himself to the sale of one particular 
line of articles that a man can quote low prices 
on the same ought to visit the establishment of 
Messrs. Tuttle & PYazier, in this town, and 
thus learn by a careful examination into goods 
and prices how mistaken they have been in 
making any such assertion. In theory they 
may have been correct, but as practice and 
theory are often widely divergent, it is always 
well to look into the former before having a 
great deal to say about the latter. The firm 
which we have mentioned began operations in 
1888. Dry and Fancy Goods and Millinery Fur- 
nishing Goods are among the chief articles 
handled, and no better commentary can be 



Oilcloths. Tin and Sheet Iron Work, Piping 
and Plumbing, Done to Order; Fairfield. The 
firm of D. W. Allen & Co. has only been before 
the public since 1887, but the enterprise with 
which it is identified is of much longer stand- 
ing, having been inaugurated in 1872, by Messrs. 
Allen & Totman. Mr. Allen is connected with 
the Free Masons and with the Odd Fellows, and 
is associated in business with Messrs. V. M, 
Mayo and Walter Tozier. Spacious premises 
are utilized, three floors of the dimensions of 
80x75 feet being occupied, and an immense 
stock is carried, comprising Hardware of all 
descriptions, Iron and Steel and Paints and 
Oils, together with Stoves and Tin Ware, Doors, 
Glazed Sash and Blinds, Wheels and Spokes, 
Mill Supplies, Coi-dage, Agricultural Imple- 
ments, Wooden Ware, Oil Cloths, etc. Tin and 
Sheet Iron Work is done to order at short 
notice, and Piping and Plumbing are attended 
to in the most careful and satisfactory manner 
at reasonable rates. Both a wholesale and re- 
tail business is done, and employment is afforded 
to four competent assistants. The assortment 
of Agricultural Implements shown, is particu- 
larly large and well-selected, and farmers will 
find all the most improved appliances offered at 
the lowest market rates. Durability is a most 
important factor in the value of anything in 
this line, and it is therefore best to buy of a 
house whose warrant may be depended upon. 
The stock of Paints and Oils is also very com- 
plete, while that of Stoves and Tin Ware is 
worthy the attention of every housekeeper, as 
it includes goods embodying the latest improve- 
ments, and is sufficiently varied to meet the 
wants of all tastes. Prices are low in every 
department, and customers are assured prompt 
and polite attention. 



Amos Learned, Dealer in Fruit, Confec- 
tionery, Nuts, and Choice Brands of Cigars and 
Tobacco, Fairfield. Good nature being a most 
desirable quality, and good living largely pro- 
moting good nature, it follows that Mr. Amos 
Learned is in some respects a public benefactor, 
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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF FAEMINGTON. 



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excellent living and therefore if they do not all 
become good natured, it is plainly no fault of 
his. Information as to tlie whereabouts of a 
first-class and liberally managed Eating and 
Oyster House, is by no means to be despised, 
and as this is just the description of the enter- 
prise carried on by the gentleman before named, 
we take pleasure in informing our readers, that 
it is located on Main Street. Here are occupied 
thi-ee floors, each of the dimensions of 90x24 
feet, and includes a fine Billiard Hall. Every- 
body who wants a good, substantial, well-cooked 
and well served meal, at a low price, should by 
all means give Mr. Learned a trial. He has car- 
ried on operations here since ISSO, and is con- 
stantly increasing the desirability of his estab- 
lishment. Close personal attention is given to 
the details of the business, and every effort 
made to continue the excellent record thus far 
established. Mr, Learned was born in Clinton, 
Me., and is connected with the Odd Fellows. 
He gives employment to three assistants, and 
deals largely in Fruit, Confectionery, Nuts 
and Choice Brands of Cigars and Tobacco, etc., 
and in this, as in the other branches of his bus- 
iness, gives a full equivalent for every cent re- 
ceived. 



Everett F. Files, Dealer in Dry and Fancy 

Goods, Millinery, etc., Fairfield. Among the 
Dry and Fancy Goods Stores to be found in 
this section — and they are many in number and 
generally excellent in character — we know of 
none more worthy of liberal patronage than 
that located on Main Street, and carried on by 
Mr. Everett F. Files. This establishment was 
founded in 1S.>3, by Miss M. M. Owen, and in 
1876 the present proprietor was admitted to the 
firm, and in 1880 assumed the full control of the 
business, and the many opportunities since had 
for testing the inducements it offers to the 
public, have resulted in its attaining the high 
position it now holds. Dry and Fancy Goods, 
both imported and domestic, are very largely 
dealt in, and a specialty is made of Millinery, 
etc. The latest fashionable novelties in this 
line being obtained as soon as placed on the 
wholesale market, and the prices being such as 
to make this store a favorite resort with ladles 
who are aware of its advantages and who de- 
sire to dress stylishly at a small expense. Mr. 
Files is by no means content to rely on the rep- 
utation his store has already gained, but is ever 
on the alert to offer even more decided induce- 
ments. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 

OF 

FARMINGTON. 



MN a secluded, yet easily accessible region of the Garden State, lies one of the 
most beautiful and attractive towns of New England. Fartnington has long 
been known and souglit by lovers of nature for its rare and unique charms. Situ- 
ated in the southern part of Franklin County, of which it is the shii*e town, it is 
reached directly by the Maine Central Railroad, of which it is the terminus, being 
about ninety-five miles distant from Portland. It is also the southern terminus of 
the Sandy River Railroad, being the central station and starting-place for all the 
lovely region between it and the Rangely Lakes. It is a large town, being about 
ten miles in length and seven in breadth, containing twenty-seven thousand square 
acres of unusually fertile soil. When it w;is first settled it received its name Far- 
mington because of its great fertility of soil and great advantages for farming. The 
chief products of the soil, since an early period, have been hay and wool. The 
Sandy River runs through the town almost north and south, dividing it in the 
center, the most populous part of the town being to the east of the river. The most 
proTuinent elevation in the town is called " Powder House Hill," and is a favorite 
resort for those seeking and delighting in the magnificent pi'ospect of the surround- 
ing country which it aifords. The town is famed for its broad, smooth streets, beau- 
tified by double rows of magnificent shade trees, and the charming residences along 
many of them. One most striking feature of the town is the'number and. excellence 



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of^the educational institutions which it possesses, rendering it in this respect unus- 
ually advanced, even for New England. The " Willows, Young Ladies Seminary," 
« Western Normal Scliool," " Little Blue School," and " Wendell Institute," are 
some of the best known of these, which are all marked by the beauty of their build- 
ings and grounds, their fine facilities and scholarly curriculum and management. 
The town was first explored, with a view to settlement, in the great year of Amer- 
ican Independence. In 1776, Stephen Titcomb, Robert Grover, James Henry, Rob- 




A STREET IN FARMINGTON, 18S9. 

ert Alexander, and James MacDonald, all from Topsham, Me., arrived here, and 
took a long and careful survey of the land. By making a line out of pieces of bark 
joined together, they measured off the land, and laid out settlements for each, decid- 
ing that the richness of the soil and advantageous situation made settlement a most 
obvious and fortunate enterprise. 

The land which was taken up by the Farmington settlers, belonged to William 
Tyng & Co., of Massachusetts, having been granted to William Tyng in 1703, on 
account of services rendered to the State. It was accordingly first called " Tyng- 
tour," being also known as "Plantation Number One," and " Sandy River Planta- 
tion." The settlement continued to grow steadily, though slowly, during the Revo- 
lutionary War, and in 1780, a survey of the land was made by Col. Joseph North. 
In 1794, the town had grown sufliciently to obtain a charter of incorporation, on 
demanding it. Three years later, in 1797, a post-office was opened here, and com- 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF FARMINGTON. 



241 



munication with the outside world well established by the opening of the regular 
stage route. That the early settlers were of an unusually cultured type is shown by 
the marked and intelligent attention which they gave to educational matters from 
the beginning. In 1798, Farmington was first represented at the General Court of 
Massachusetts, by Hon. Supply Belcher. Among the eminent citizens who have hon- 
ored Farmington with their admiration and interest in their residence here have been 




A STREET IX FARMIXGTOlSr, 1889. 
Jacob and John S. C. Abbott, the well-known authors, Hon. Hiram Belcher, the 
founder of the " Willows," (which was for years one of the most beautiful Young 
Ladies' Seminaries in the State), Hon. Robert Good enow and others. In addition to 
the libraries of the educational institutions there is a fine circulating and a social 
library in the town. The public schools, also, as well as the private academies, are 
conducted with great ability and most satisfactory results. 

During the war of 1812, the town was too small, and remote from the seacoast, 
to contribute much to New England's great achievements for American Indepen- 
dence at that time, but in the Civil War it took a most earnest and glorious share. 
It sent nearly one-tenth of all its inhabitants, two hundred and sixty-eight men, to 
the war, of whom fifty-seven were sacrificed to the maintenance of the great cause, 
and lost to many mourning friends at home. The town also contributed generously 
of its wealth to the government and soldiers. 
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242 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF FARMINGTON. 

The growth of population in Faimington has been steadily continuous, after the 
substantia], good old-fashioned way of sturdy country towns, whose strength and life 
are more highly developed by being slow and long in growth. In 1850, it was 2,725, 
in 1860, 8,106, 1870, 3,251, 1880, 3,353. In 1880, the valuation of the town was 
$1,601,271. Since 1880, the growth of the town has been somewhat more ra|)id, and 
now its population is nearly' 4,000, and its valuation in the region of $2,000,000. 

The great fertility of the soil makes farming particularly advantageous, and the 
wool industry is especially developed, this being one of tiie largest wool-producing 
towns in New England. Among the leading business industries :ire carriage-making, 
hardware, and tools of all sorts, grain and produce, wool, baskets, bricks, lumber, 
wood-turnings, etc. The business enterprise of the citizens of Farmington have 
accomplished great results against many obstacles, and the introduction of the rail- 
road has been an inestimable boon to the commercial affairs of the region. The 
manufacturing interests of Farmington have made marked progress in recent years, 
and with the improvement of transportation facilities there can be no doubt that 
great material results can be reaped in this department of industry, in which, indeed, 
lies the great hope and promise of mII New England's industrial progress. Especial 
privileges are offered by the enterprising citizens to manufacturers who will locate 
here, and such as are worthy of the c.ireful attention of all meditating a change of 
business or the starting of a new manufacturing industry. 

The social life of Farmington is marked by the refinement and culture of an old 
New England town. The great care taken in providing the best and broadest edu- 
cation, and the high moral tone of the community, unite in making the social charms 
of residence here in harmony with the beauties of nature which environ it. The 
people are distinguished for their liberality and generous kindliness in hospitality, 
and in every good work and word. Literary topics naturally form a great feature of 
social gatherings, and inspire much attention and interest among both young and 
old. For all who experience the delightful charms of life and society amid these 
pleasant surroundings, the reminiscence is always one of the most bright and fascin- 
ating of all past experiences. 

It would be impossible to describe within our brief space the advantages of this 
region from the tourist standpoint. The immediate vicinity contains all the attrac- 
tions which make every year larger numbers of delighted visitors flock to the inland 
resorts of the Garden State. The river, on which the light canoe can penetrate far 
into the deep forest, and through still secluded ponds, offers fine attractions to the 
sportsman. It is a favorite center of lovers of the rod and gun in all seasons. 
Many ponds in all directions open up an almost inexhaustible field of sport to the 
fisherman, and the gunner does not have to go far before he comes upon the flocks of 
piping partridges and the tracks of deer and caribou. Through all this region up to 
the Rangeley Lakes and beyond, is a veritable sportsman's paradise, which is becom- 
ing widely famed throughout the United States, and of this great region Farmington 
is the natural center and basis of supplies. In addition, the opportunities for rest and 
recreation, which, in the nervous hurry of our American life, are becoming more and 
more a supreme necessity to our physical well-being, are here afforded in abundance. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 

OF 

Fix^RMiisrGTOjsr, ]viE. 



People's Trvist Company, Farmington. 
Capital, $100,000. Geo. W. Wheeler, President. 
Daniel M. Bonney, Treasurer. Transacts a 
general Banking Business. Acts as Trustee 
for Railroads and other Coi'porations. Legal 
depository for Adminstrators, Executors, Trus- 
tees and Assignees. Interest allowed on De- 
posits. The People's Trust Company transacts 
a general Banking Business, but it is with its 
record and facilities as Trustee that the present 
article has chiefly to deal, as our readers are 
more directly interested in that department of 
its business. The company was incorporated 
in 1885 with a capital of $100,000. It was the 
belief of its founders that there existed a de- 
mand in this community for increased facilities 
for the safe deposit of Trust Funds and other 
moneys, in the disposal of which absolute safety 
of the principal was of more importance than 
the amount of the income received therefrom. 
This belief has been proved to have been well 
founded, for the opportunity offered by the 
company has been widely availed of by Admin- 
strators, Executors, Trustees and Assignees, 
for all of which the company is legal depository. 
Railroads and other corporations have also 
made use of the company as Trustee, and the 
manner in which the interests of all parties 
concerned have been protected by the manage- 
ment is evidenced by the statement of Fred E. 
Richards, Bank Examiner, under date of April 
18, 1888. We present this statement in full, as 
it tells better and more forcibly than mere 
words could the exact financial condition of 
the institution, and its worthiness of the great 
confidence reposed in it. Resources : Loans 
and Discounts, $234,606.92; Stocks and bonds, 
$176,106.50; Real Estate, $81,553.33; Furniture 
and Fixtures, .$3,404.12; Expenses, $1,534.28; 
Taxes Paid, $1,050.56; Cash, on Hand and De- 
posited, $23,746.94; total, $472,002.65. Liabil- 
ities: Stock, $100,000; Surplus, $5,000; Un- 
paid Dividends, $819; Deposits, $361,253.75; 
Undivided Profits, $4,929.90; total, $472,002.65, 
This must certainly be considered a gratifying 
showing, and the indications are that now the 
enterprise has got fairly started, and the great 
capacity for usefulness has been made widely 
and plainly manifest, its progress will be more 
pronounced than ever, and its position become 
even more prominent than before. Interest is 
allowed on deposits, and the motto on the seal 
— "Fidelity Security" — is lived up to strictly 
in every respect. Mr. George W. Wheeler, the 



President, is a widely known business man, 
whose fitness for his present position was con- 
ceded even before he had opportunity to make 
it practically manifest, while Mr. Daniel M. 
Bonney. the Treasurer, has proved emphati- 
cally "the right man in the right place." The 
People's Trust Company's building is an ele- 
gant structure throughout. It is very centrally 
located, occupying the corner of Broadway and 
Main Streets.' The banking rooms which are 
on the first floor are so elegantly fitted up and 
appointed that one on entering can almost im- 
agine he is in some banking institution of a 
large city. 

H. Ramsdell, Dealer in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Small Wares, etc.. Belcher Block, cor. 
Main Street and Broadway, Farmington. There 
are undeniable advantages to be gained by 
choosing from a large stock, no matter what 
kind of articles are wanted; but this is es- 
pecially the case when anything in the line 
of Dry and Fancy Goods is to be purchased, for 
there is so much diff"erence in taste where these 
goods are concerned, that satisfaction can only 
be had by selecting from a very extensive as- 
sortment. The Dry Goods establishment con- 
ducted by Mr. H. Ramsdell. in Belcher Block, 
corner of Main Street and Broadway, has long 
held a leading position in this section of the 
State, and this prominence is due not only to 
the variety and completeness of the stock of- 
fered, but also to the unusually desirable 
character of the articles composing it. Mr. 
Ramsdell certainly does not lack experience in 
his chosen line of business, for the enterprise 
j to which we refer was started in 1864, under the 
firm-name of Hutchinson & Ramsdell, and for 
the past 20 years has been under the sole con- 
i trol of the present proprietor. This experience 
enables him to cater intelligently as well as 
I liberally to the wants of his customers, and the 
I result is to be seen iu the great and still grow- 
I ing popularity of the undertaking. A double 
store and basement aie occupied, each meas- 
; uring 70x34 feet, and employment is afforded to 
! four efficient asssistants, both a wholesale and 
retail business being done. Callers are assured 
immediate and polite attention, and every arti- 
cle is sold under a guarantee that it will prove 
as represented, while the prices are as low as 
can be quoted on goods of equal quality any- 
where, as no concern enjoys more favorable 
relations with producers. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FARMINGTON. 



''George McL. Presson, Dealer in Watches, 
Clocks, Jewelry, Silverwarei Spectacles, etc. 
Fine Watch and Clock Repairing done to 
order, Farmington. The stock carried by 
Mr. George McL. Presson, is worthy the 
careful inspection of all who contemplate 
the purchase of anything in the line of 
Watches, Clocks, Jewelry etc., for the as- 
sortment shown is unusually complete in every 
department, and what is more, the prices quot- 
ed are remarkably low, considering the quality 
of the goods. Mr. Presson was born in Farm- 
ington, and is extremely well known here, be- 
ing prominent in Masonic circles as a member 
of the Blue Lodge and Chapter. He started 
the enterprise he now conducts, in 1885, and 
occupies premises of the dimension of 45x15 
feet. Some very beautiful designs in Silver- 
ware are offered to select from, aud the most 
fastidious cannot fail to find articles to please 
them at this establishment, for not only a full 
line of staple goods is carried but also many of 
the latebt and most fashionable novelties in 
Jewelry, Clocks, Watches, etc., while especial 
attention is paid to the quality of the optical 
goods dealt in, eyeglasses, and spectacles suited 
to all defects of vision, being always on hand. 
Particular care is taken to make no representa- 
tions that are not fully justified by the facts, 
and hence the most inexperienced buyer may 
trade here with the assurance of obtaining just 
what he pays for. Fine Watch and Clock Re- 
pairing is made a specialty, and those who have 
a valuable and delicate time-piece which needs 
cleaning or repairing, will find Mr. Presson 
prepared to do the work in a perfectly satisfac- 
tory manner at a moderate charge. 



J. F. Prescott, Lumber Dealer and Manu- 
facturer of Clapboards, Floor Boards, Matched 
Boards, etc., Farmington. It is over a score of 
years since Mr. J. F. Prescott inaugurated his 
present enterprise, and it is well deserving of 
mention as a representative undertaking in 
every sense of the word, for the plant in use is 
of the most improved description ; the product 
enjoys high popularity by reason of its uniform 
excellence, and the prices quoted are always 
in accordance with the lowest market rates. 
Mr. Prescott is a native of Farmington and is 
connected with the Free Masons. He deals ex- 
tensively in Lumber, and manufactures 
Clapboards, Floor Boards, Matched Boards; 
also Hard Wood Flooring a specialty, his fac- 
tory, comprising three floors and measuring 
40x60 feet. During his long business career, 
Mr. Prescott has steadily pursued the policy of 
dealing honorably by all, so it is not to be 
wondered at that the public express the utmost 
confidence in everything coming from his es- 
tablishment proving strictly as represented. 
Employment is given to six competent assist- 
ants, and orders can be filled at short notice, 
while the smallest commissions are given im- 
mediate and careful attention. The Clapboards, 
Flooring, etc., produced at this mill, are made 
from well-seasoned stock, and will consequently 
give much better satisfaction than those some- 
times to be found in the market, while the 
prices quoted are equally low. Both a whole- 
sale and retail business is done, and the trade 
is, steadilyj increasing. Mr. Prescott also saws 



and furnishes White Birch Spool Stock, a 
business added to the above during the last 
two years. Mr. Prescott being advanced in 
years, will sell the herein described business 
property at a great bargain to some young and 
enterprising party, who can take in the future 
prospect of a paying business. 



Franklin County Saving's Bank, Or- 
ganized 1868; Joseph W. Fairbanks, President, 
I. Warren Merrill, Treasurer; Farmington. 
Life would be but a dull thing without ambition 
to enliven it, and such enterprises as encourage 
the forming of a reasonable and worthy ambi- 
tion, are deserving of the highest commenda- 
tion. In this connection let us call attention to 
the work done by the Franklin County Savings 
Bank, for this institution has aided many a man 
in carrying out one of the noblest and worthiest 
resolves that can be made — that of securing his 
family against want in time of sickness or 
other emergency. There are very few men but 
what can save something from their daily earn- 
ings if they really wish to do so, and many a 
man who now spends every cent he receives, 
would lay a portion of his wages aside if some 
one in whom he had confidence would come to 
him and offer to care for all he couUl save, and 
to allow him a fair rate of interest on the prin- 
cipal. This is precisely what the Franklin 
County Savings Bank is i>repared to do, and the 
security it affords is much greater than that any 
private individual could possibly offer, for the 
investment of the funds placed in its care is 
controlled by carefully considered laws, drawn 
up solely in the interest of depositors, and the 
system of frequent and exhaustive examina- 
tions carried on by the State authorities renders 
evasion of those laws practically impossible, 
even were the management of the bank dis- 
posed to attempt it. But the reliability and 
good faith of the institution can be more pleas- 
antly and conclusively proved in another way. 
Operations were begun in 1868, so that ample 
time has elapsed to compare the performance 
with the promise. From the statement made 
over the signature of Fred E. Richards, Bank 
Examiner, September 0, 1888, we learn that the 
deposits held at that time amounted to $396,- 
928.03, while the Reserved Fund was $18,100. 
There are now more than $400,000 held on de- 
posit, aud the gradual but steady increase to be 
noted in this respect from year to year, is the 
best possible proof of the faithfulness with 
which the interests of depositors are guarded. 
A glance at the list of officers and trustees 
shows the enterprise to bo in the hands of rep- 
resentative citizens, who have proved their 
business abilities in other fields of action, and 
who must be known either personally or by 
reputation to nearly all our readers. The 
names are as follows: President, J. W. Fair- 
banks; Treasurer, I. Warren Merrill. Trustees, 
J. W. Fairbanks, F. C. Perkins, D. V. B. Ormsby, 
J. C. Holman, S. C. Belcher, H. Ramsdell, J. 
H. Waugh. This Banking Room is one of the 
most elegantly fitted up and appointed of any 
in the State, being beautifully finished in cherry 
and richly ornamented in the most modern and 
approved style ; has large Fire-proof Vaults aud 
contains one of Damon's best safes,''with Auto- 
matic Bolt Work and Time Lock. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FABMINGTON. 



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E. G. Blake, Wholesale and lietail Dealer 
in Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Solid Silver and 
Plated Ware, Spectacles. Eye Glasses and Cut- 
lery. Fine Watch Repairing a Specialty ; estab- 
lished 1855; No. 49 Main Street, Farmington. 
There are but few business enterprises carried 
on uninterruptedly by one proprietor for a third 
of a century, and hence the undertaking con- 
ducted by Mr. E. G. Blake, at No. 49 Main St., 
is worthy of especial mention, if for no other 
reason than it was inaugurated by its present 
owner in 1855. But there are other and im- 
portant reasons for giving it particular promi- 
nence in these columns, not the least note- 
worthy of which is the fact that no more reli- 
able establishment can be found in the State. 
When one makes a purchase of Mr. Blake he 
knows just what he is buying. It may be a 
Watch, it may be some article of Jewelry or of 
Silver Ware, or it may be something in the line 
of Optical Goods; but whatever it is, it is sold 
simply on its merits, and is sure to prove jnst 
as represented in every detail. Then another 
thing, Mr. Blake has. as we have stated, been in 
business a good many years, and it is fair to 
presume that he is in a position to sell as low 
as anybody. That he does do so, many of our 
readers know from experience, and this being 
the case we need hardly add that his store is 
very liberally patronized, especially as the stock 
on hand is so large and varied as to allow of all 
tastes and purses being suited. It includes 
Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Solid Silver and 
Plated VVare, Spectacles, Eye Glasses and Cut- 
lery, and contains the latest novelties as well as 
full lines of standard goods. One floor and a 
basement, measuring 24x68 feet are occupied, 
and employment is given to two eflBcient and 
polite assistants. A specialty is made of Fine 
Watch Repairing, the work being fii-st-class, 
the charges moderate and the results uniformly 
satisfactory. Orders will be filled at short no- 
tice, and the most expensive and delicate for- 
eign or American Watches are successfully 
treated. A specialty is also made of Fine En- 
graving; this being the only establishment in 
Franklin County where Artistic Engraving is 
executed. Mr. isiake is a native of Salem, Me., 
and is very widely known in Farmington and 
vicinity. He is prominently connected with 
the Odd Fellows, having been Treasurer of that 
order for the past twelve years. Mr. Blake's 
store is one ot the finest in this part of the 
State, and compares favorably with those in the 
cities. Elegant Show Windows of French Plate 
Glass and of mammoth size adorn the^front. 



The most modern and beautiful show-cases on 
either side, and extending nearly the full length 
of the store, filled with choice and elegant 
goods, which together with the rest of the 
stock combined, presents a very attractive and 
pleasing appearance; and last, but by no means 
the least what is also pleasing about this estab- 
lishment, is in the following two words, Low 
Prices. 



Hotel Willows, Will. H. McDonald, Pro- 
prietor, Farmington. The residents of Farm- 
ington have good reason to be proud of the new 
but already famous "Hotel Willows," for this 
palatial public house surpasses any other in 
Sandy River Valley as regards size, location and 
convenient and elegant appointments, and in- 
deed will compare favorably with any establish- 
ment in the State in every essential feature go- 
ing to make up a strictly first-class hotel. It 
was erected at a cost of over thirty thousand 
dollars, and first opened its doors to the public 
March 3, 1888. Its sight has many advantages 
both from an asthetic and a practical point of 
view, for it is one hundred feet above the pic- 
turesque Sandy River, and thus gives the eye a 
large extent of beautiful country to roam over, 
while the elevation permitted the construction 
of a drainage system which trained and compe- 
tent judges declare simply perfect. An un- 
failing supply of Pure Spring Water is drawn 
from a source beyond all possible chance of 
contamination, seventy feet above the house, 
and the situation of the hotel assures an abun- 
dant supply of fresh, pure air at all seasons of 
the year, while the complete steam-heating 
plant on the premises is capable of maintaining 
an equable and comfortable temperature in 
every room during the severest winter weather. 
The building is four stories in height, with a 
French roof, has fifty elegant guests-rooms and 
handsome parlors, and is supplied with hot and 
cold water. The dining-halls are commodious 
and well lighted and ventilated, and are fitted 
up with rare taste in accordance with the most 
approved methods, rendering them highly at- 
tractive to the most fastidious persons. As for 
the Cuisine, it can hardly be too highly praised, 
for it is made a matter of special pride by the man- 
agement, who find themselves well repaid for the 
trouble and expense gone to, by the surprised 
and delighted exclamations of tourists from the 
great cities, who find it hard to realize that they 
are not at "Young's" or "Parker's" in Boston, or 
at some other equally famous metropolitan es- 
tablishments. Many of them however need no 
further explanation when they consider that the 
proprietor is Mr. Will. H. McDonald, for during 
the eight years that that gentleman conducted 
the United States Hotel in Portland, he gained 
a reputation for lavish and skillful providing 
that placed him high among the leading hotel 
men of this State. He has been connected with 
the National Hotel Association for a number of 
years, and is Secretary and Treasurer of the 
Maine Hotel Association. Mr. McDonald is a 
native of Windham, Maine, and is identified 
with various leading secret fraternal orders, 
sucn as the Masons, Odd Fellows and Knights 
of Pythias. He is especially prominent in the 
latter organization, having occupied va,rious 
offices of trust among which may be mentioned 
that of Chancellor Commander. He is now a 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FARMINGTON. 



member of the Grand Lodge of Maine. We are 
sure there is not a more truly popular hotel 
proprietor in the State, and those conversant- 
with the trouble that Mr. McDonald takes to 
make his giiests feel at home and to have them 
redeem all the promises made or implied in 
connection with his beautiful hotel, will agree 
with us that his popularity is thorougly well 
deserved. Hotel Willows has a fine Livery con 
nected, and teams may be had at all hours at 
reasonable rates. Barges and coaches connect 
with every train, and commercial men, as well 
as sportsmen and tourists, will find every conve- 
nience that could be wished, while the terms 
are uniformly moderate. 



rV^The Hiram Holt Company, Sole Manu- 
facturers of The Lightning Hay Knife, Farm- 
ingtoii. Farmers have discovered that labor- 
saving machinery is at least as essential to the 
successful carrying on of their occupation as it 
is to the manufacturer, and, as a consequence, 
the market is filled with agiicultural machinery 
of more or less value. Many of these devices 
are of little practical use, not because they lack 
ingenuity, or because they will not do excellent 
work under favorable conditions, but because 
they are complicated or weak in construction, 
and are sure to fail just when their aid is most 
needed. In refreshing contrast to such as 
these is the long-celebrated '* Lightning" Hay 
Knife, for not only does 
'this highly popular ma- 
chine do its work with the 
rapidity signified by its 
name, but it is always 
^' ready for business," re- 
quires no coaxing to in- 
duce it to take hold, and, 
with decent usage, will 
last for years, making it 
tbe cheapest as well as the 
best Hay Knife ever pro- 
duced. Some idea of the 
favor with which it is re- 
garded by those familiar 
with its merits may be 
gained from the fact that 
from lour to five thousand 
dozen of these knives are 
made annually, and the 
demand is still increasing. 
The sole manufacturers of 
this indispensable farmers' 
implement are the Hiram 
Holt Co., whose works are 
located at East Wilton, the 
plant covering an area of 
about four acres, and em- 
ployment being given to 
twenty-five assistants. The 
company in question was 
formed in 16bT, succeeding 
Hiram Holt & Co., who be- 
gan operations as scythe 
manufacturers in 18()4 hs successois to Mr. Cal- 
vin Keyes, who comnu-nced business in 18.56. 
The manufacture of Hay Knives was begun in 
1871. Mr. Hiram Holt was born in Weld, Me., 
and is the Piesident of the present company, 
the Secretary and Treasurer being Mr. A. D. 
Parsons. Goods are shipped throughout the 
country, and no precautions are neglected to 




insure a continuance of tbe reputation for care- 
ful manufacture the Lightning Hay Knives 
have so long enjoyed. We here show a cut of 
this knife, on which is their " trade-mark," 
" Lightning," that farmers may not be in doubt 
to know what kind of knife to buy, and we feel 
warranted in saying that any one keeping only 
a horse and cow to feed will find it pays well to 
use one of these knives to cut and feed from the 
side of the mow where the hay is always fresh, 
rather than pitch from the top where it is con- 
tinually drying up. It is useful in cutting 
clingy clover hay on the rack, that it may be 
pitched off more easily. And its merits are 
also shown in cutting sods and ditching, cut- 
ting through tough grass and bush roots easily. 
Farmers that are using this Knife say they 
would not do without one for many times its 
cost. 



I>. H. Knowlton & Co., Farmington, 
Publishers of The "School World" and "School 
Days," the best and cheapest supplementary 
reading; also The Excelsior School System, 
Excelsior Spelling Blanks, Excelsior Report 
Cards, Model Report Cards, Excelsior Questions 
in Civil Government, Excelsior Questions in 
Arithmetic, Picture Aids to Composition, Young 
Folks' Speaker, etc. Knowltoo, McLiCary 
& Co., Steam Book and Job Printers, Farming- 
ton. There may be no "royal road to learning," 
but still it is unquestionably a fact that the 
scholars of today have many of the stumbling 
blocks which harassed their predecessors re- 
moved, and that the obtaining of an education 
is easier and pleasanter now than was ever the 
case before. The work done by such publica- 
tions as the "School World" and "School Days" 
can hardly be too highly commended, and that 
they furnish the best and cheapest supplemen- 
tary reading is testified to by many prominent 
educators and by the increasing army of sub- 
scribers, a monthly edition of seventy thousand 
copies being now required. Messrs. D. H. 
Knowlton & Co., the publishers of the periodi- 
cals mentioned, also issue the popular "Excel- 
sior" series of educational supplies, comprising 
the Excelsior Spelling Blanks, Excelsior Report 
Cards, Excelsior Questions in Civil Government, 
Excelsior Questions in Arithmetic, etc., as well 
as the Model Report Cards, Picture Aids to 
Composition, Young Folks' Speaker, and other 
works well-nigh indispensable to every school- 
room. Mr. D. H. Knowlton is a native of Farm- 
ington, at)d began operations in 1871. Ten years 
later he became associated with Mr. McLeary, 
under the firm-name of Knowlton, McLeary 
& Co., the concern now doing a very large bus- 
iness as Steam Book and Job Printer.s, as they 
have unsurpassed facilities and are in a posi- 
tion to fill the most extensive orders at very 
short notice and at the lowest market rates. 
The premises occupied comprise three floors, of 
the dimensions of 30x7U feet each, and employ- 
ment is afforded to eleveu assistants. Mr. 
McLeary is a native of this town and is con- 
nected with the Odd Fellows, Mr. Knowlton 
being a member of the Free Masons and having 
held various responsible public offices among 
which may be mentioned that of County Treas- 
ux-er. The firm is a representative one, and 
occupies a leading position among similar 
houses in this State. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FABMINGTON. 



247 



S. Cliflforcl Belcher, Attorney and Coun- 
selorat-Law, Farmington. We believe there 
is not a more popular or more generally-known 
man of affairs in Farmington than Mr. S. Clif- 
ford Belcher, for this gentleman has carried on 
his profession here for nearly 30 years, and is 
highly esteemed in legal, commercial and social 
circles. His influence is felt in more than one 
field of effort, and his judgment is regarded 
with great respect, even by those who may dif- 
fer from him in matters of public policy, for his 
experience has been long and varied, and he 
never hesitates to give utterance to his real 
opinion, even though it may be opposed to the 
drift of popular sentiment. Mr. Belcher was 
born in this town, and at the time of the Re- 
bellion was active in encouraging the organiza- 
tion of military forces. He held a commission 
as Major of the 16th Maine, and in 1879 was ap- 
pointed Inspector General of the State Militia. 
He is very prominent in Masonic circles, being 
High Priest of the Chapter, and has done much 
to bring the ennobling principles of Free Ma- 
sonry home to the community. Mr. Belcher's 
reputation as an Attorney and Counselor-at- 
Law is wide-spread, and the success he has 
won in his profession is due at least as much to 
the study of men as to the study of books. He 
is a profound student of character, and ranks 
with those Lawyers who prepare a case carefully 
before entering court, but still are able to en- 
tirely change the line of its conduct without the 
least confusion should future developments ren- 
der such a course advisable. But, after all, the 
successful Lawyer wins his greatest triumphs 
out of court, and the number of suits prevented 
by wise and temperate Counsel from legal ad- 
visers, would surprise those who believe Lawyers 
set up strife. Mr. Belcher has peculiar qualifi- 
cations as a Counselor, and many of his clients 
consult him in this capacity alone. 

G. C. Stewart, Millinery and Fancy Goods, 
39 Main Street, Farmington. There is not a 
better or more favorably-known establishment 
of the kind in Franklin County than that con- 
ducted by Mrs. G. C. Stewart, at No. 39 Main St., 
and this is not to be wondered at. for the enter- 
prise referred to was inaugurated in 1870, and 
has held a leading position for nearly a score of 
years. Mrs. Stewart occupies premises of the 
dimensions of 20x42 feet, and carries a stock of 
Fine Millinery and Fancy Goods that contains 
the latest Parisian and London novelties, while 
the prices quoted are at least as low as those 
named elsewhere on articles of equal merit. 
Particular attention is given to order work, and 
care is taken to avoid annoying delay. While 
Mrs. Stewart's experience and taste enable her 
to guarantee satisfaction to her customers in 
every instance. Trimmed and uutrimmed Hats 
and Bonnets are carried in stock in great vari- 
ety, together with a full line of Imported and 
Domestic Millinery Trimmings of the latest and 
most Fashionable Designs. Customers may de- 
pend upon receiving immediate and courteous 
attention, and goods will be cheerfully shown, 
every opportunity for careful selection being 
given. This store may properly be called the 
headquarters for Fashionable Millinery, for 
leading styles are frequently received in advance 
of any other establishment in this vicinity. 



T. O. Trask, Cabinet Maker, Farmington. 
Repairing of all kinds neatly done. Everybody 
who has a hobby for collecting certain things, 
as, for instance, coins, stamps, minerals, in- 
sects, eggs, cards, stuffed birds, etc., will be 
interested in knowing where a thoroughly com- 
petent Cabinet Maker may be found, for two- 
thirds of the value of such collections is lost 
unless the objects composing them are properly 
stored and displayed, and every individual has 
his own ideas as to the proper way of securing 
this important point. Many are restrained 
from having cabinets made to order by their 
beli'ef that the cost must necessarily be beyond 
their means, but if they will call on Mr. T. O. 
Trask, we think they will find themselves mis- 
taken on this point, for Mr. Trask is very mod- 
erate in his prices, and don't assume that every 
collector is a millionaire and must be made to 
pay accordingly. He was born in Freeman, 
Me., and began operations here in 1884. One 
floor, measuiing 6.5x15 feet, is occupied, and 
Cabinet Making of all descriptions is exten- 
sively carried on. Mr. Trask's work is made to 
wear, and not merely to ''look pretty," and 
those who are used to the ordinary furniture of 
the day, made of half-seasoned material stuck 
together with cheap glue, will be surprised to 
see how that made at this shop will compare 
with it. Mr. Trask gives particular attention 
to Repairing of all kinds, filling orders prompt- 
ly and at low rates. Neatness and strength are 
the characteristics of his work, and it is bound 
to suit the most fastidious. 

J. D. Hardy, Dealer in Stoves, Tinware, 
Cutlery, Pumps. Hardware, Nails, etc., Farm- 
ington. Some of the stoves to be seen in the 
market nowadays make very handsome parlor 
ornaments, but so far as giving out heat is con- 
cerned they can only be regarded as dismal 
failures. This is all the more to be regretted 
from the fact that purchasers of these goods 
are very apt to become prejudiced against all 
'•art stoves," and to declare that in the future 
the old-fashioned kind will be good enough for 
them. There are certain styles, however, which 
combine beauty and efficiency, and to be sure 
of getting one of these no better advice can be 
given than to call at the establishment carried 
on by Mr. J. D. Hardy, and choose from his 
extensive stock. Mr. Hardy knows all about 
stoves, and he will sell you one suited to your 
needs, at least as low as you can get it any- 
where. He began operations in 1881, and was 
originally associated with Mr. W. B. Fletcher, 
but since 1884, he has been sole proprietor. 
Mr. Hardy was born in Wilton, and is a mem- 
ber of the Masons. He deals in the latest im- 
proved Cook-stoves and Ranges, and also han- 
dles Tinware, Cutlery, Pumps, etc., very exten- 
sively, together with Hardware, Nails, and a 
full line of similar goods. Prices rule very low 
in every department, and prompt attention is 
given to customers, goods being delivered at 
short notice. In company with Mr. J. J. 
Towle, Mr. Hardy manufactures the celebrated 
"Champion Creamer," these gentlemen being 
agents for the whole of Maine, excepting York, 
Cumberland and Oxford counties. This famous 
dairy appliance has proved itself fully worthy 
of the name it bears, and is now used in some 
of the best-known creameries in New England. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FARMINGTON. 




Abbott Family School, For Boys, Little 
Blue, Farminf]rton. That every parent owes it 
to his children to give them as complete an ed- 
ucation as circumstances will permit, requires 
no demonstration, for it is obvious that, having 
brought a child into the world, a moral obliga- 
tion is incurred to spare no pains to develop 
whatever capacity he or she may have to be- 
come a well informed and useful member of 
society. Boys, being from the very nature of 
things, much less constantly under the mother's 
watchful caie than sire girls, are especially apt 
to acquire bad habits during the critical period 
when the character is being formed for life, and 
for this leason it seems to us that such nn es- 
tablishment as the Abbott Family School at 
Little Bine, can hardly be too higlily praised or 
too liberally supported, for the training there 
given is moral as well as intellectual, and the 
government combines firmness and gentleness 
to a degree seldom attiiined at similar institu- 
tions. Unfortunately the restrictions of sj ace 
forbid our making detailed mention of the poli- 
cy puisued at this old and famous school, but 
we hope to interest our readers sufficiently in 
its methods, to induce such of them as have 
boys who stand in need of the training it so 
successfully gives, to investigate for themselves, 
the task being an ea-y one, as the Principal, { 
Mr. Alexander Hamilton Abbott, takes pleasure ! 
in affording inquirers every facility to form a j 
personal and unbiased judgment of eveiy de- 
tail of the work. It being well known to every | 



student of men and of aflfaira, that the char- 
acter and usefulness of sucli an institution as 
this are directly dependant upon the fitness and 
capacity of its Principal, (the stream never be- 
ing able to rise higher than its source). We 
need make no apology for presenting the fol- 
lowing notice of Mr. Abbott, it being taken 
from the Memorial Edition of "Abbott's Young 
Christian," published by the Harpers, 1882: 
•'The Little Blue establishment on the removal 
of Mr. Jacob Abbott to New York, was leased 
by his youngest brother, Rev. Samuel Phillip 
Abbott, then settled in the ministry at Houl- 
ton, Maine, for the purpose of a family school 
for boys, \>hich was opened on the 19th of Feb- 
ruary, 1844, and which is still in active opera- 
tion. On Mr. S. P. Abbott's death, in 1849, the 
school was taken bv Mr. Alexander Hamilton 
Abbott, an accomplished giaduateof Bowdoin 
College, who, though a native of Farmington, 
represents another line of the Abbott family. 
In his hands, the establishment of which he 
was soon the owner, has been gieaily enlarged, 
and the school, of which he is now the active 
principal, has won a distinguished reputation 
and exerted a wide and conunanding influence. 
The house has been greatly changed, and the 
grounds around have undergone many im- 
provements; but the old outlines are still to be 
traced, and the spot holds its own as the fore- 
most attraction of the village." After such 
commendation, any lurther personal mention 
may seem superfluous, but we beg leave to add 



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THE SCHOOL HOUSK. 

that Mr. Abbott, is evidently — to use a common [ so potent in enlisting the sympathy of the most 
and expressive phrase — " in love with his work," | careless and indifferent pupil. The sanitary 
and fihows that fresh and inspiring enthusiasm, | conditions of the school and its surrouudings 




THE POND. 



are faultless, and many a delicate child has ment. The terms of tuition, etc., are moderate, 
grown strong in body here, even before his and the advantages oifered, are, in our opinion 
mind had opportunity to show marked develop at least, simply inestimable. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FARMINGTON. 



E. O. Greenleaf, Attorney-at-Law and No- I business at No. 35 Broadway, carries a fine as- 
tary Public, Masonic Block, Farraington. We sortnient of harnesses of all descriptions and 
take pleasure in presenting this necessarily brief quotes some very low prices, considering the 
sketch of that able, genial and popular lawyer, quality of the goods offered. He has carried 
Mr. E. O. Greenleaf, for this gentleman has | on his present enterprise since 1877, and has 



gained the prominent position he now holds in 
his profession in the face of discnuragements 
and reverses which would have disheartened a 
less determined man; and it may truthfully be 
said that all that he now has he owes to his own 
exertions, for he began the practice of law with 
no capital beyond that of energy and brains. 
Mr. Greenleaf was born in Stark, Somerset Co., 
Maine, in Dec, 1853, and graduated in 1875. 
The next four years were devoted to the read- 
ing of law in the office of Judge Bonney, of 
Portland, and in that of G. C. Vose, of Augusta, 
and in 1879 Mr. Greenleaf began the practice of 
law on his own account, having — as we have 
stated — only his ability to back him. He worked 
hard, and put his whole heart into every case 
intrusted to him, no matter how trivial it might 
be, and the consequence was that he gradually 
established a practice, got together an exten- 
sive and valuable legal library, and fitted up his 
office with all the necessary conveniences. 
Then came the destructive fire of October, 1886, 
and the library and the office furniture so pa- 
tiently worked for went up in smoke. The 
task of replacing them was comparatively easy, 
however, for Mr. Greenleaf had, by this time an 
extensive practice, and his suite of rooms, now 
one ol the best in Masonic Block, will compare 
favorably in point of equipment, with any law 
office in this vicinity. He is a member of the 
Democratic State Committee, and never hesitates 
to define his political position when occasion 
requires, but is not one who deems all the vir- 
tue confined to one party, and respects the 
views of others as he wishes his own respected. 
Ml". Greenleaf was formerly Supervisor of 
Schools, and now holds high offices in fraternal 
orders, being Senior Warden in Maine Lodge 
and King in Franklin Chapter, F. & A. M. Mr. 
Greenleaf is interested in education, and, in 
fact, any matter which is of general benefit to the 
town and county. His practice, which is rap- 
idly extending, is not confined to Farmington or 
the county, but extends throughout the State, 
his services having been secured in many im- 
portant cases where large amounts were at 
stake. In fact, he is very popular in and out 
of the profession, and owes no small portion of 
his success as a lawyer to the habit of thorough 
preparation which he has always adhered to. 
Knowing his profession so thoroughly, it is very 
difficult to surprise or disconcert him, and he 
may always be depended upon to fight for the 
interests of his clients to the very last extremity. 



Byron Farrar, Harness Maker, and Dealer 
in Harnesses, Blanket-s Kobes, Trunks, Valises, 
Whips, Lap Dusters, Wool Mats, etc., 35 Broad- 
way, Farmington. No harness can combine 
strength and beauty unless it be caiefuliy made 
from selected material, and the most of the 
BO-called " cheap " harnesses are cheap only in 
as regards first cost, the expense of keeping 

them in condition soon more than making up had charge of the advanced Music in Farming 
the difference in pr.ce between them and a ton State Normal School for fourteen years or 
really good article. Mr. Byron Farrar, doing i more. 



built up an extensive trade by supplying relia- 
ble articles at fair rates. The stock on hand 
includes Blankets, Robfs, Whips, Lap Dusters, 
Wool Mats and Horse Furnishings of all kinds, 
together with Trunks, Valises, Traveling Bags, 
etc. Mr. Farrar is a native of Buckfield, and 
resided for some years in Phillips, being very 
prominent there in town aff'airs. He was a 
member of the Board of Selectmen, and also 
held the position of Town Treasurer, and offi- 
ciated as Postmaster for five years. He is a 
practical harness maker, and is prepared to do 
such work to order at very short notice and at 
moderate rates. Harnesses will be oiled and 
repaired without delay, and as only skilled help 
is employed, Mr. Farrar is prepared to guaran- 
tee that all work done at his establishment will 
give complete satisfaction. 



C. A. Allen, General Agent for Ivers «fe 
Pond Pianos; also New England, Worcester, 
Burdett, and and other First-Class Organs; also 
Strings for Violin Guitar, Banjo, Violincello, 
of the Finest* Grades, at low prices. Farming- 
ton. A man who has been identified with the 
manufacture and sale of Musical Instruments 
for over thirty years, may reasonably be ex- 
pected to know something concerning them, 
and when he gives his verdict in favor of a 
certain Piano, and accepts the General Agency 
for its sale among his friends and neighbors, 
the presumption is strong that the Piano in 
question is equal to any in the market. Well, 
those who have used the Ivers & Pond Piano 
need not be told that it is unexcelled in any of 
the essential points that go to make up a strictly 
first-class instrument, and the fact that one 
hundred and ten of them are used in the New 
England Conservatory (the largest Musical Col- 
lege in the world) is proof positive that their 
merits are conceded by trained musicians as 
well as by the people in general. Mr. C. A. 
Allen was born in Industry, Maine, and began 
operations in 18.5K. He is a member of the Odd 
Fellows and is, without doubt, one of the best- 
known men in his line of business in the entire 
State. Mr. Allen no longer manufactures 
Musical Instruments, but deals in them very 
extensively, and gives particular attention to 
repairing, the facilities at his command enabl- 
ing him to do such work in first-class style at 
short notice and at moderate rates. A fine 
stock is carried, comprising Ives & Pond Pianos 
(for which Mr. Allen is General Agent), Bur- 
dette, Worcester and other First-Class Organs, 
which are sold on very liberal terms. Violin, 
Guitar, Banjo and other Musical Strings of the 
finest grades, and similar Musical Merchandise. 
Very low prices are quoted on all these goods, 
and satisfaction is guaranteed, all orders being 
promptly filled. Mr. Allen has been President 
and Diiector of the Franklin County Musical 
Institute for more than twenty years, and has 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FARMINOTON. 



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Levi G. Brown, Horseshoeing and Job- 
bing, Farmington. Among those enterprises 
which, by general consent, are given a leading 
position among the business undertakincs of 
Farmington and vicinity, mention must be made 
of that conducted by Mr. Levi G. Brown, for 
there are none too many establishments in this 
State where strictly first-class horseshoeing is 
done, and it is the geneial opinion among those 
in a position to speak from personal knowledge, 
that the service afforded at the shop in question 
is worthy of unstinted commendation. Mr. 
Brown is a native of Abbott, Maine, and found- 
ed his present business in 1875. He is extreme- 
ly well known throughout this vicinity and is 
very prominent in Masonic circles, being con- 
nected with the Koyal Arch Chapter, and hav- 
ing held many important offices in the Blue 
Lodge. He was formally Deputy Sheriff of 
•Franklin County, and is now Supervisor of Cor- 
porations, which office he has held for six 
years, and the lecord he has made in this ca- 
pacity renders any words regarding his fitness 
for the position entirely unnecessary. The 
premises utilized by Mr. Brown for the carrying 
on of his business are 45x22 feet in dimensions, 
and employment is given to two careful and ex- 
perienced assistants. The facilities at hand 
enable orders to be promptly filled, and no 
trouble is spared to maintain the reputation of 
the establishment for skillful and thorough 
work. General Jobbing is given immediate and 
painstaking attention, and as dependable ma- 
terials are used and each job given careful con- 
sideration, the results attained are character- 
ized by neatness and durability, while the 
charges made are uniformly moderate. 



«J. W. Hiues, Wholesale and Retail Dealer 
in Dry Goods, Groceries, Boots and Shoes, 
Flour, Grain, Produce, etc., Farmington. There 
are very few business enterprises of a similar 
nature, that can show so rapid a growth as has 
been enjoyed by that conducted by Mr. J. W. 
Hines, and it is gratifying to be able to state 
that the development of the undertaking in 
question has been brought about by strictly 
legitimate means, and is consequently as well- 
deserved as it is unusual. Operations were be- 
gun by Messrs. J. W. Hines and A. F. Gammon 
in 1875, the latter gentleman retiring in 1881, 
since which time the present proprietor has 
cai'ried on the business alone. He is a native 
of Hartford, Me , and is connected with the 
Free Masons. The premises in use comprise 
three floors, each of the dimensions of 50x40 
feet, and there are also two storehouses utilized 
one measuring 20x.50 feet and the other 24x40 
feet. As may be supposed from these figures, 
an immense stock is carried, it being made up 
of Dry Goods, Groceries, Boots and Shoes, 
Flour, Grain, Produce, etc. Both a Wholesale 
and retail business is done, and employment is 
given to three assistants, all orders being 
promptly and carefully filled. The reputation 
which Mr. Hines holds for selling dependable 
goods at bottom prices, is the natural result of 
the policy he has steadily pursued, and is so 
widespread as to bring him in a constantly in- 
creasing patronage. Detailed mention of the 
special attractions offered in the various de- 
partments of his store is impossible for lack of 



space, but the statement may be truthfnlly 
made that no more advantageous inducements 
to the public are held out by any store in this 
section, for not only are the prices low, but the 
goods ai-e such as cannot fail to satisfy the 
most critical. 



L.. A. Smitli, Wholesale and Retail Dealer 
in Stationery, Fancy Goods, Musical Instru- 
ments, Sewing Machines, Crockery, China, 
Lamps of all description, also Tinware, House- 
hold Goods, etc., in great variety, Masonic 
Block, 47 Main Street, Farmington. One of 
the most interesting establishments to visit of 
which we have knowledge, is that conducted 
by Mr. L. A. Smith, in Masonic Block, No. 47 
Main Street, for the extent and variety of the 
stock offered here must truly be seen to be ap- 
preciated. It comprises Crockery, China, Glass 
and Tinware, Stationery, Fancy Goods, Al- 
bums in great variety, Musical Instruments, 
Sewing Machines, Household Goods, etc. The 
finest Hanging Lamps in the State, as well as 
all other kinds, are found at this popular store. 
The stock is remarkable alike for its complete- 
ness in every department, and for the low 
prices quoted on the various articles. Mr. 
Smith has carried on the enterprise under con- 
sideration, since 1875, and has built up a repu- 
tation for uniformly fair dealing, which is as 
high as it is well-deserved. He is a native of 
New Vineyard, and is connected with the Free 
Masons, ranking with the most prominent of 
our representative business men. The prem- 
ises in use consist of two floors, each measur- 
ing 22x75 feet, and both a wholesale and retail 
business is done, employment being given to 
two assistants. In the line of Stationery, in- 
ducements are offered to all classes of pur- 
chasers, for the assortment on hand includes a 
fine stock of standard goods, together with the 
latest fashionable novelties, and the prices 
quoted are sufficiently wide in range to suit all 
purses. The same may be said of the Fancy 
Goods, Crockery, China, Glass and Tinware, 
Lamps of all kmds, and House Furnishings 
dealt in, and those who buy anything in these 
lines without paying Mr. Smith a visit, are sim- 
ply neglecting their own interests. The Musi- 
cal Instruments sold at this store are from the 
most reputable manufacturers, and are sure to 
prove as represented in every respect, although 
no fancy prices are named on them, while the 
advantages offered to purchasers of Sewing 
Machines are too generally known to require 
detailed mention. Mr. Smith carries an ina- 
mense stock, in fact, one that would do credit 
to a large city, and his beautiful store, with its 
immense Plate-Glass Show Window, is only in 
keeping with the large and elegant stock that 
he carries. Mail orders in any of the depart- 
ments carried here, from either wholesale or 
retail purchasers, will be attended to personally 
by Mr. Smith, and are always as carefully select- 
ed as though the party were there in person, and 
the prices charued will always be the lowest 
market rates. S itisfaction in both quality and 
price is always guaranteed, ;md parties in any 
part of this county where this book may land, 
will do well to give Mr. Smith a trial order. He 
is headquarters for Genuine "Maine Spruce 
Gum," which he sends by mail and express to 
all parts of the land. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FARMINGTON. 



F. N". Harris, Wholesale Butcher 
and Dealer in Cattle, Sheep, Lambs, 
Veals and Woolskins, West Farming- 
ton. A review of the leadinjj business 
men of Farmington and vicinity, which 
did not contain mention of Mr. F. N. 
Harris, would be sadly incomplete; for 
if there is an enterprising man of busi- 
ness in this section who is deservedly 
popular among all having dealings with 
him and who is equally prominent in 
commercial and social life, it is 
certainly the gentleman we have 
named. Mr. Harris is a native of New 
Sharon, Maine, and founded the in- 
dustry he now conducts in 1876. He is 
a very extensive dealer in Live Stock, 
and his operations are profitable to the 
farmers located in this section as well 
as to himself, for he receives Sheep 
from every town in the county, and also 
from points outside its limits. In con- 
nection with this portion of his business, it is 
but simple justice to make mention of one of 
Mr. Harris' most valuable assistants, "Dick." 
Dick is a full-blood Scotch Shepherd, between 
eight and nine yeais old, and whs bred by Gen. 
Tilton of the Soldiers' Home. Mr. Harris has 
trained him from a pup, and should any of our 
readers want to buy him they would find it a 
somewhat expensive purchase, as an offer of 
$500 cash would be laughed at. Dick will take 
a flock of sheep that has been made up in the 
country and alone and unaided will drive them 
to Mr. Harris' yard at West Farmington. If 
the distance is too great to be covered in one 
day, he will sleep with the flock and be up with 
the lark in the morning ready for business, and 
those who insist that no animal can reason, 
ought to see Dick "on the road," for the com- 
bination of persuasion, strategy and assumed 
ferosity by which he keeps the flock under con- 
trol, is simply wonderful, Mr. Harris has a 
commodious and well-equipped Slaughter- 
House on his premises, and Butchers every 
year from 200 to 300 head of Cattle, and from 
5,000 to 8.000 Sheep, besides a large number of 
Hogs and Calves. The Hides and Pelts se- 
cured, find a ready market in Lewiston, Port- 
land and Boston. The total amount of business 
done will average about $85,000 per annum. 
Mr. Harris served in the Second Maine Cavalry 
during the Rebellion, and has long been very 
prominently connected with the Grand Army, 
holding various important offices and being 
elected Commander of J. F. Appleton Post in 
1887. He is Commander-in-Chief of the Frank- 
lin Veteran Association and is conected with 
the Odd Fellows' Encampment. One of the 
most striking proofs of Mr. Harris' personal 
popularity among all classes of citizens, was 
given in 1886, in which year he was nominated 
for Sheriflfby the Democrats. Although defeated 
in the election, it was by a very small majority, 
for, though his party was hopelessly in the 
minority, his friends rallied around him so en- 
thusiastically as to cause him to run nearly 400 
votes ahead of his ticket. Mr. Harris is one of 
the busiest men in the community, for his affairs 
are of such a nature as to call for close and per- 
sistent attention; but he is always approachable 
and good-natured, and in this respect furnishes 
an excellent example for imitation to certain 




men who, because they sell two or three thou- 
sand dollars' worth of goods a year, consider 
themselves far above ordinary people. 



C. F. Packard & Co., Manufacturer of 
the Packard Wagon, West Farmington. "The 
prtiof of the pudding is the eating," according 
to the old proverb, and the proof of the state- 
ment made by Messrs. C. F. Packard & Co., 
that the Packard Wagon is the best-built vehi- 
cle of the kind in the State, is to be found in 
the record it has made during the sixteen years 
that it has been in service. The first premium 
has been awarded it at four Maine State Fairs, 
and this judgment has been indorsed by prac- 
tical men who have become convinced of its 
soundness by the experience they have had with 
the Packard Wagon under all conditions of 
service. The manufacturers have issued a circ- 
ular which should be read by every man who 
contemplates buying a wagon, for it is straight, 
businesslike and to the point, and contains in- 
formation, the truth of which we can vouch 
for, and which, indeed, bears the evidence of 
reliability on its face. Among other things, the 
circular says that those who ofi'er to sell a 
Wagon for from ffiO to $85, and to warrant it for 
one year, run but little lisk in so doing, for it 
must be a poor vehicle indeed that would not 
last for that length of time, when protected by 
a thick coat of paint. It is year after year of 
hard use that tests the value of a Wagon, and 
Messrs. C. F, Packard & Co., show the confi- 
dence they have in their productions, 7iot by 
warranting them for one year, but by guaran- 
teeing to make good any fault in stock or work- 
manship at (tni/ time, free of cost, upon demand. 
That they live up to this guarantee, their cus- 
tomers and their agents will cheerlully testify. 
The Packard Wagon is sold at a moderate price, 
and it is a positive fact that the percentage of 
pi-ofit upon it is a great deal smaller than on 
those vehicles which are oftered at from $60 to 
$85. The firm began operations in 1872, and 
occupy two buildings, the plant covering an 
area of 2,800 feet of floor-space. Excellent fa- 
cilities are at hand for the doing of Repairing 
at short notice, and the scale of prices is just 
and reasonable. Mr. Packard is a native of 
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the Peace. He is connected with the Knights 
of Pythias and is very widely known in the 
community where his straight-forward business 
methods have gained him many friends as well 
as a large and growing trade. 

Titconib & Cole, Dealers in Furniture and 
House Furnishing Goods, Farmington. It is 
always well to bear in mind when furnishing a 
house that the goods bought for that purpose 
are intended for permanent use, so that when 
choosing the same, the truest economy is served 
by purchasing durable and well-made articles. 
Those taking this view of the subject will thank 
us for calling their attention to an estab- 
lishment where thoroughly dependable goods 
are handled, especially when we add that the 
prices quoted there will bear the severest com- 
parison with those named anywhere on articles 
equally desirable. The firm of Titcomb & Cole 
occupy premises comprising four floors, each 
measuring ;Mx(j4 feet, and do an extensive 
wholesale and retail business in Furniture and 
House Furnishing Goods of every description. 
The enterprise carried on by them lias been in 
operation some years, but the existing co part- 
nership was formed in 1888, tiie members ot the 
firm being Messrs. G. VV. Titcomb and G. \V. 
Cole. Mr. Titcomb was boin in New Hamp- 
shire, and is a member of the Odd Fellows, 
while Mr. Cole is a native of Massachusetts, and 
is connected with the Free .Ma.«ons. This con- 
cern manufactures many of the goods they sell, 
and hence are in a position to speak with con- 
fidence concerning their quality. It is a rule 
that is rigidly observed here never to misrepre- 
sent an article in the slightest degree, and con- 
sequently the most inexperienced purchaser has 
only himself to blame if he buys goods unsuited 
to his wants. There is a noticeable absence of 
that "red-tape" so prominent in most large 
establishments, and any desired information 
can thus be easily and promptly obtained, while 
large or small orders are given immediate and 
careful attention. The senior member, G. W. 
Titcomb, also carries at No. 46 Main Street 
a large stock of Books, Stationery and Fancy 
Goods, Toys, Games, etc., all of which are sold 
at a small margin, and purchasers needing any- 
thing in the above line can do no better else- 
where, and they will make no mistake if they 
first make their call at Mr. Titcomb's estab- 
lishment. 



Elm House, Mrs. W. T. Locke, Proprietor, 
West Farmington. There are some people who 
prefer '"style" to comfort and a fashionable lo- 
cation to a healthful one, but such people are 
happily in the minority, and should any of our 
readers be classed among them, we can simply 
say that they will find no attractions at the 
"Elm House." But to the large majority who 
enjoy home comforts, plenty of nutritious food, 
good air and well kept premises, we have a dif- 
ferent story to tell, for all these advantages are 
to be had at the hotel in question, which is man- 
aged more on the plan of a strictly first-class 
Boarding House than anything else. The own- 
er and manager of the Elm House is Mrs. W. T. 
Locke, who began operations in 1888, and has 
already built up an enviable reputation for the 
hotel. The house is a three '^story , structure, 



very pleasantly located, the grounds connected 
with it covering an area of about two acres. 
This House is not surpassed for Summer board- 
ers. Mrs. Locke is a native of Strong, Maine, 
and has a large circle of friends in this section. 
She spares no pains to make her guests comfort- 
able, and is ever on the alert to improve the 
service afforded in every practicable manner. 
The sleeping apartments are light and pleasant, 
and are kept in the best of condition, being 
supplied with comfortable beds and furnished 
with all necessary conveniences. Employment 
is afforded to four competent assistants, and po- 
lite treatment is accorded every guest under all 
circumstances. Mrs. Locke sets an excellent 
table and the service is prompt and obliging, 
while the terms of the house are remarkably 
low, considering the accommodations. 

Farmiiijiftoii Clironicle, [Established 
1840. j A Thiity-six Column Paper devoted to 
the interests of Franklin County. .lolin M. S. 
Hunter, Editor and Proprietor, Farmington. 
It is not necessary to call our readers atten- 
tion to the Farmington Chronicle, for that ex- 
cellent newspaper has a habit of calling atten- 
tion to itself, by means of the variety and value 
of its contents, and its circulation of nearly 
0,000 copies is equivalent at a very conservative 
estimate, to from 10,000 to 12,000 readers. But 
it is a pleasant and grateful task to make ap- 
propriate mention of an enterprise so liberally 
and wisely conducted, and to note how fully 
thn mission of the Chronicle, as indicated by its 
publisher and proprietor, is carried out — a 
paper devoted to the interests of Franklin 
County. .Just how much it has advanced those 
interests, cannot of course be expressed in 
words or figures, but those who know how pow- 
erful is the influence for good exerted by an 
ably, energetically and clearly conducted news- 
paper, will join witli us in declaring the Chron- 
icle a great benefit to the community. It was 
established in 1840, by Mr. J. S. Swift, and 
since that date, has been carried on by Messrs. 
Sprague & Swift, Messrs. Prescott & Swift, Mr. 
A". C. Phillips, Mr. A. H. Davis, Capt. C. W. 
Keyes, U. S. A., Messrs. C. VV. Keyes & Co., 
finally coming into the hands of the present 
Editor and Proprietor, Mr. John M. S. Hunter. 
Tills gentleman is a native of Farmington, 
learned the printer's trade in the Chronicle 
office, twenty-one years ago, and is too well 
known to the majority of our readers to render 
extended personal mention of him necessary. 
He was formerly Deputy U. S. Consul at Fort 
Erie, Ontario, and is high in Odd Fellowship, 
holding a leading office in Franklin Lodge, No. 
58. Mr. Hunter is a hard worker, and has a 
fashion of putting his ideas into words which 
leave no room for doubt as to his meaning. 
The Chronicle is a four page, thirty-six column 
Weekly, Republican in politics, but above all, 
American. It gives great prominence to local 
news, and though conducted with force and 
ability, and very out-spoken when frankness 
is called for, it is pre-eminently a newspaper 
for the family, and never contains an item or an 
article unfit for home reading. We are glad it 
is appreciated as its circulation shows it to be, 
and the greatest prosperity we can wish its pro- 
prietor, is that all who would be beaefitted by 
reading it, would subscribe without delay. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FAEMINGTON. 



Til. G. Preston, Dealer in Beef, Pork, Chick- 
en, Lamb, Corned Beef, Canned Fruits, Pro- 
visions, Fresli and Pickled Fish, Choice To- 
bacco and Cigars, 41 Broadway, opposite Post- 
office, Farmiugton. Such of our readers as are 
fond of good living, and wish to know where 
to purchase good food supplies to the best ad- 
vantage, should make an early call at tbe es- 
tablishment conducted by Mr. L. G. Preston, 
at No. 41 Broadway, opposite the Post-office, 
for this gentleman carries one of the heaviest 
and most carefully-selected stocks to be found 
in Farmington and vicinity, and whether you 
■want Groceries, Meats, Fish or Vegetables, he 
is prepared to furnish first-class goods at the 
lowest market rates. Mr. Preston is a native of 
this place, and founded the undertaking of 
which he is now proprietor in 1873. The store 
is :22x35 feet in dimensions and no room is 
wasted, for each department of the stock on 
hand is kept well-supplied, and as a conse- 
quence all orders can be promptly filled. Beef, 
Pork, Lamb, Corned Beef, Chicken, etc., may 
be bought here in any desired quantity at bot- 
tom prices, and choice cuts are made a spec- 
ialty, Mr. Preston being prepared to suit the 
most fastidious customer. Fresh and Pickled 
Fish are also handled extensively, together 
with Canned Fruit put up by the most popular 
and reliable packers. The assortment of To- 
bacco and Cigars is made up of carefully-chosen 
goods, that are oflFered at very low rates, and a 
lull supply of all kinds of Vegetables — in their 
season — is also at hand to select from. Custom- 
ers are assured polite attention, and all goods 
may be depended upon to prove as represented. 



Excliang-e Hotel, S. Knowlton & Sons, 
Proprietors, New House, Newly Furnished, 
Stable connected with House, Farmington. The 
Exchange Hotel is one of those public houses 
to a stay in which the traveler can always look 
back with satisfaction, for there is nothing 
more gratifying when on the road than to put 
up at a hotel which combines the comforts of a 
home with the conveniences of a public house. 
Guests at the Exchange are well housed and 
well fed, and those who have done much travel- 
ing need not be told that this combination is 
not very often afforded, even at houses of much 
greater pretensions where much higher rates 
are in force. The building utilized is three 
stories in height and measures 40x60 feet, there 
being an ell attached of the dimensions of 
25x20 feet, and the guest-rooms are so arranged 
as to provide an abundance of light and air, 
the entire house being well-heated and well- 
kept, there being employment given to ten com- 
petent assistants. There is a first-class Livery 
connected with the establishment, and teams 
may be had at any time at reasonable prices. 
The table is supplied with an abundance of 
carefully selected and well-cooked food, which 
is served promptly and neatly, and if there was 
no other reason for the popularity of the Ex- 
change, the excellence of the Cuisine would 
amply justify it. Operations were begun in 
1880, by Mr. S. Knowlton, the firm of S. Knowl- 
ton & Sons being formed in 1886. The house 
has recently been newly furnished, and the 
proprietors spare no trouble to supply first-class 
accommodations at very low rates. 



F. A. Bangs, Billiards and Pool, Confec- 
tionery, Tobacco and Cigars, Farmington. It 
seems impossible for some people to see the 
great difference between playin g Billiards and 
Pool amid objectionable suri'oundings, and 
playing the same games in a perfectly re- 
spectable place, and therefore they denounce 
the recreation as ''evil," and think that there 
must be something wanting in the morality 
of those who engage in it. This view of the 
matter is as foolish as it is exasperating, for as 
a matter of fact, no more innocent and enjoy- 
able sames have ever been invented than Bil- 
liards and Pool, and it would be well if many 
au overworked business man would dismiss 
care from his mind by the magic of the cue. 
There is a very considerable amount of exercise 
to be obtained in this way, and just enough ex- 
citement to relieve all monotony, and make 
one feel young again. Of course a good deal 
depends upon the character of the accommo- 
dations furnished, and for this reason we take 
especial pleasure in calling attention to the es- 
tablishment of which Mr. F. A. Bangs is the 
proprietor, for everything there is kept in first- 
class condition, and there is nothing to be com- 
plained of in or about the place. Both billiard 
and pool players will find excellent facilities 
for engaging in their favorite games, and the 
character of the trade noticeable at this estab- 
lishment is excellent proof that our best people 
enjoy " rolling the ivories." Mr. Bangs was 
born in Freeman, Me., and became connected 
with his present enterprise in 1888. One floor, 
measuring 60x22 feet, is occupied, and a choice 
stock of Confectionery, Tobacco, Cigars, etc., 
is on hand to select from, the goods being 
offered at the lowest market rates. 



E. H. Liovvell, Dealer in Produce, Flour, 
Groceries, Dry and Fancy Goods, Boots and 
Shoes, Tin, Crockery, Glass and Hardware, 
Lime, Hair and Cement, West Farmington. 
There are few establishments more interesting 
to visit than those commonly known as "General 
Stores," for the extent and variety of the stock, 
is so great as to make it attractive to all tastes. 
One of the best examples of this kind of which 
we have knowledge is that conducted by Mr. 
E. H. Lowell here in West Farmington, the un- 
dertaking to which we refer having been found- 
ed by Mr. H. W. Lowell in 1873, and coming 
into the possession of its present owner in 1887. 
One floor and basement are occupied, each of 
which measures 80x34 feet, together with two 
storehouses of the dimensions of 45x30 and 
30x20 feet respectively, the smaller one being 
used for the storage of Hair, Lime, Cement, 
Shingles, etc., in which Mr. Lowell deals large- 
ly. He also handles Produce, Flour, Groceries, 
Dry and Fancy Goods, Boots and Shoes, Tin, 
Crockery, Glass and Hardware, doing both a 
wholesale and retail business, and employing 
two efficient assistants. Mr. Lowell was born 
in Farmington, and is well and favorably known 
throughout this section. The secret of the suc- 
cess he has met with in developing his present 
enterprise is probably to be found in the close 
personal attention he gives every detail of the 
business, for by so doing he is enabled to guar- 
antee satisfactory service to his customers, and 
to supply them with the best goods tbe market 
affords at the lowest possible rates. 



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Ja'nes H. Waug-Ii, Wholesale and Retail 
Grocer and Flour Dealer, Dolbier and Waugh 
Block. Broadway, Farmington. One of the 
handsomest and most striking business blocks 
to be lound in this section, is that located on 
Broadway, and occupied in i)art by Mr. James 
H. VVaugh. This block was erected in 1882, and 
is most admii-ably adapted for the purposes for 
which it is used, as well as being an ornament 
to the thoroughfare on which it stands. The 
portion occupied by Mr. Waugh, comprises one 
floor and a basement, of the dimensions of 
100x25 feet, and affords excellent accommoda- 
tions for the heavy and varied stock carried by 
him, consisting of Staple and Fnncy Groceries 
and Flour, in which he deals both at wholesale 
and retail. He is a native of Starkt;, Maine, and 
founded the undertaking he has so largely de- 
veloped in 1871. There are two assistants em- 
ployed, and customers are served with a cour- 
tesy and promptness that go far to explain the 
great popularity this enterprise has attained, 
while the prices quoted afford the best possible 
evidence that Mr. Waugh enjoys the most 
favorable relations with producers, and is in a 
position to supply first-class goods at the very 
lowest market rates. It would be simply im- 
piissible to give a detailed description of the 
articles comprising the immense stock within 
reasonable limit, and, therefore, we will simply 
say that it is exceptionally complete in every 
department, and is made up of goods selected 
from the most reliable sources. Special atten- 
tion is given to the handling of Flour, and all 
the most popular grades for family use are sup- 
plied at bottom prices, orders being promptly 
delivered. 

E. K. Starbird. Portrait and Landscape 
Photographer; Copying and Enlarging. Broad- 
way, Farmington. Nothing is easier than to 
tell whether a portrait is satisfactory or not, 
but very often nothing is harder than to ex- 
press just wJuj one portrait is to be preferred to 
another. Probably all of our readers have seen 
Photographs which were good likenesses, and 
were well-finished perhaps, but still somehow 
failed to give entire satisfaction. The popularity 
which the establishment conducted by Mr. E. 
K. Starbird has attained since it was opened, in 
1882, is due to the fact that this gentleman has 
the art or " knack," or whatever you may please 
to call it, of producing Photographic portraits 
which invariably please, and as his prices are 
very reasonable, it is not to be wondered at that 
an extensive business has already been built up. 
The premises occupied are located on Broad- 
way, and measure 30x37 feet, being supplied 
with improved apparatus for the carrying on of 
Photography in all its bi-anches. including 
Copying and Enlarging. Mr. Starbird is a na- 
tive of Freeman, Maine, and is connected with 
the Odd Fellows. He has produced some beau- 
tiful work in the line of Landscape Photography, 
and the specimens to be seen at his studio are 
well worth the critical attention of lovers of 
nature, for they have an out-door effect seldom 
accomplished without the aid of colors, and em- 
brace a large variety of picturesque and at- 
tractive scenes. Especially noticeable among 
the Landscape productions of this establishment 
is a large series of views of the sporting regions 
of Northern Franklin County, embracing the 



entire Rangeley Lake system and Parmachenee 
Lake; also" Tim Pond and the Seven Ponds, 
Round Mountain Lake, Chain of Ponds, King 
and Bartlett Lakes, Spencer and Kibbey Streams, 
etc. Mr. Starbird has several hundred nega- 
tives of these delightful summer resorts, and 
sells several thousand views to the sportsmen 
each year. Orders through the mail receive 
prompt attention, and satisfaction is guaran- 
teed in this as in every other department of the 
business. 



A. C Norton, Retail Remnant Store, Dry 
Goods, etc., Farmington. Every lady who ever 
goes "shopping" — and where is the one that 
does not ? — knows what a "Remnant" is and 
also knows that by keeping a careful watch for 
desirable articles of this kind some very de- 
cided bargains may be made. But the search for 
remnants is apt to be long and tiresome, and a 
good deal of ground has generally to be gone 
over and many establishments visited before a 
suitable article is found. Therefore it was a 
happy thought that caused Mr. A. C. Norton to 
open the "Ketail Remnant Store" with which 
he is now identified, for by visiting this estab- 
lishment one may have an excellent opportuni- 
ty to examine remnants of all kinds, and to pur- 
chase standard goods at remarkably low prices. 
Mr. Norton is a native of this town, and began 
operations in 1888. The public have been 
prompt in realizing the advantages offered and 
as a consequence a large trade has already been 
built up, which may be expected to continue to 
increase, for the more extensive the business 
done, the more chance Mr. Norton has to es- 
tablish favorable relations with those by whom 
his supplies are obtained. Dry and Fancy 
Goods are carried in stock in great variety, and 
all that bottom prices and fair dealing can do 
towards assuring satisfaction to customers, is 
done at this enterprising and justly-popular es- 
tablishment. 

J. W. Carsle.v, Harness Maker, Robes, 
Blankets, etc., Farmington. There is a good 
deal in knowing thai the harness you are using 
is thoroughly and skillfully made from honest 
material, for when a man is sure that such is 
the case, he is much less apt to get excited and 
nei-vous when he finds himself in a "tight 
place" on the road, and, consequently, it is 
much pleasanter for him and for any compan- 
ions he may chance to have. In order to obtain 
such a harness you must patronize a reputable 
dealer, and we know of none more worthy of 
every confidence than is Mr. J. W. Carsley, car- 
rying on business right here in Farmington. 
This gentleman was born in Pownal, Me. The 
premises made use of by him measure 40x20 
feet, and contain a very desirable and varied 
stock of Harnesses, Robes, Whips, Blankets, 
and other articles for the use of horses and 
horsemen. Mr. Carsley is a Harness Maker of 
experience and ability, and allows no work to 
leave his establishment that can fail to satisfy 
any reasonable customer. He makes Harness 
to order at short notice, and gives special atten- 
tion to repairing in all its branches, using se- 
lected stock and taking care to do the work 
durably as well as neatly. Very reasonable 
prices are quoted, and a steadily increasing bus- 
iness is done. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FARMINGTON. 



Charles S. Wait, Dealer in Groceries and 
Grain, West Farmington. AltliDugh Mr. 
Charles S. Wait only inaugurated his present 
business in 1887, lie has already built up an ex- 
tensive trade, and it may be safely predicted 
that if he adheres to the principles which have 
thus far governed his management of affairs, 
the present steady and rapid increase of pat- 
ronage will continue for some time to come. 
People like to have a large and varied stock of 
Groceries to choose from, and also like to feel 
sure that whatever they buy will prove as rep- 
resented, and both these desires can be grati- 
fied by dealing with Mr. Wait, as many of the 
residents of West Farmington have already 
learned. The premises made use of comprise 
one floor and a storehouse, each of which 
measures forty feet square, and the assortment 
offered includes Choice .St iple and Fancy Gro- 
ceries of all descriptions, which are quoted at 
the lowest market rates Flour and (irain are 
also handled very extensively, and orders are 
filled with a piomptness and accuracy very 
pleasant to see. Mr. Wait is a mitive of Vienna, 
Maine, and is connected witli the Odd Fellows. 
He wants the patronage of the public and is 
willing to work to get it. being confident that 
those who once open dealings with him will 
have no reason to regret having done so. Cal- 
lers at this store are attended to courteously as 
well as quickly, and care is taken to give no one 
any reasonable cause for complaint. 

G. Li. & A. S. Hiff jf-s Sheep Skin Tanners, 
and Manufacturers of lilack Stock and Russet 
Linings. Tanneries at Farmington and Ches- 
terville. Probably but a very small portion of 
the many thousands of people who make use of 
Sheepskin in one way or another, ever give a 
thought to the manner in which it is prepared 
for the market, and yet there are a good many 
processes to be gone through with befoie it is 
fit for use, and some of these operations are as 
Interesting as they are ingenious. One of the 
best-known Sheepskin tanneries in this State is 
that carried on by Messrs. G. L. & A. S. Kiggs, 
here in Farmington, and this firm ranks with 
the leading Tanners of New England, for they 
also conduct a tannery at Chesterville, whose 
capacity is even greater than tliat of the Farm- 
ington establishment. Operations were begun 
just twenty years ago, and the brisk demand 
which exists for the products of tliis firm is the 
best evidence that can be given of the character 
of the plant in use and the uniform excellence 
of the goods produced. The stock worked up 
in these Tanneries comes from Boston and New 
York, and all the finished products are shipped 
to the former city, some idea of the magnitude 
of the business done being afforded by the fact 
that the Farmington establishment is capable 
of turning out 2.i0 dozen per week, while that in 
Chesterville has a capacity of 300 dozen in the 
same time. The firm only tan pickled skins, 
and are extensively engaged in the manufacture 
of Black Stock and Russet Linings. Both part- 
ners were born in New Sharon, Maine, and are 
very widely-known throughout this portion of 
the State. Mr. G. L. Riggs is connected with 
the Masons and formerly occupied the position 
of Deputy Sheriff of Franklin County. Mr. A. 
S. Riggs is one of the pioneers in music in the 
County, being one of the first members of the 



Franklin Musical Institute, an old teacher of 
singing, and was always considered one of the 
best directors of class singing. 

Miss K. F. Wilder, Dresa-maker, Teacher 
of the American Square, Farmington. Not 
every lady is in a position to make her own 
dresses, and therefore tbe opening of a well 
equipped dress-making establishment may well 
be considered a subject of public interest to the 
feminine portion of the community at all events. 
Miss K. F. Wilder inaugurated an enterprise of 
this kind in 1888, and has already built up a 
gratifying amount of trade, for she thoroughly 
understands her business in every detail, and is 
possessed of an unusual degree of taste which is 
generally appreciated among those who have 
seen evidence of her ability. Miss Wilder is a 
native ot Templft, Maine, and has a large circle 
of f I lends in Farmington and vicinity. She oc- 
cupies premises measuring 44x21 feet and em- 
ploys two competent assistants, being in a 
position to fill orders promptly and to guaran- 
tee satisfactii)n to her customers. No small 
part of tlie exception il success she has in fit- 
ting the most difficult forms, is due to her use 
of the well known "American Square" which 
simplifies operations wonderfully and enables 
the greatest accuracy of measurement to be 
easily accomplished. Sbe gives instruction in 
the use of this ingenious and e^cient system, 
and those who wish to become proficient in the 
art of cutting and fitting, can find no better or 
more thorough teacher. 



1\I. C. Hobbs & Co., Manufacturers of 
Turned Wooden Goods, West Farmington. The 
establishment carried on by Messrs. M. C. 
Hobbs & Co. is a very interesting place to visit, 
especially for those who are desirous of learning 
to what perfection the manufacture of wood- 
working machinery has been brought, for this 
factory is fitted up with one of the most com- 
plete plants of the kind in the State, no ex- 
pense having been spared to provide every 
facility. The enterprise had its inception in 
1860, under the direction of Mr. Amos Hobbs, 
who carried it on alone until the firm of Amos 
Hobbs & Son was formed, this firm being suc- 
ceeded by the present proprietors in 1888. 
These consist of Messrs. M. C. Hobbs and H. 
W. and P. A. Carter, Mr. Hobbs being a native 
of East Livermore, while both his associates 
were born in Carthage. The senior partner is 
connected with the Free Masons, and is also a 
member of the Patrons of Husbandry. The 
firm occupy premises comprising three floors 
and a basement, and consist of a main build- 
ing, measuring .38x42 feet, and a wing 28x4.5 feet 
in dimensions. A specialty is made of the 
manufacture of Rakes, but all kinds of Novelty 
Wood Turning are done at very short notice. 
The Rakes made at this factory have gone into 
such general use and are so familiar to the pub- 
lic, that it is hardly necessary to say that they 
are unsurpassed by any in the market and in 
fact are unequalled in certain important re- 
spects, notably uniformity of excellence. Every 
operation connected with their manufacture is 
carefully carried out, and selected stock is used 
for each, the result being an article that will 
stand hard usage, although it is sold at a low 
figure. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FARMINGTON. 



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The Farmington Manufacturing Co., 

Manufacturers ot Greenwood's Champion Ear 
Protectors, Patented in United States and Can- 
ada; Farminuton. No man who has once froze 
his ears, as the saying goes, is at all anxious to 
repeat the experience, for even a slight frost- 
bite on that tender portion of the body is at- 
tended with pain of no small intensity, not to 
mention the fact that one's personal appear- 
ance is not materially improved by having one 
or both ears swollen and black for a week or 
so. The only practical way to keep the ears 
from freezing when exposed to such weather as 
all the northern states are liable to at certain 
seasons, is to cover them up; but this is easier 
SH id than done, or at least it was until Green- 
wood's Champion Ear Protectors were invented, 
for the articles previously on the market in- 
tended for a similar use, were so objectionable 
and uncomfortable that most men preferred to 
wear a fur cap, or else trust to luck and fric- 
tion. The beauty of the Greenwood device is 
that it may be carried in the pocket without 
the least inconvenience, and when occasion re- 
quires it can be placed in position instantly, 
and stays where it is put, although there is no 
disfiguring elastic below the chin to make a man 
look like an overgrown school boy, and to in- 
terfere with the surface circulation so import- 
ant in cold weather. That these advantages 
are appreciated, the remarkable demand for 
this invention proves, for the Farmington Man- 
ufacturing Company, which produces these 
Protectors, ship them all over the cold part of 
this country and throughout British America, 
and is obliged to employ twenty assistants in 
order to keep up with the rapidly growing de- 
mand. This company was formed is 1SS8, but 
the Protector has been on the market since 
1873, having been introduced by Mr. Chester 
Greenwood, who is Treasurer of the present 
organization, the President being Mr. J. Cur- 
rier Tarbox. Both these gentlemen are natives 
of Farmington, as are also the remaining mem- 
bers of the Company — Isabelle W. Greenwood 
and J. C. Holmjin. An exclusively manufac- 
turing and wholesale business is done, and all 
orders are given prompt and caieful attention. 



Chester Greenwood, Machinist, and Deal- 
er in Pipe, Valves, Packing, Steam Guages, 
Water Glasses, Babbit, Cap and Set Screws, 



Twist Drills, Chucks, Files, Pipe Wrenches, 
etc. ; Plumbing, Steam and Hot Water Heating 
properly done ; Farmington. There is no longer 
any dispute among those acquainted with the 
facts, that Steam Heating is by far the most 
economical means of supplying artificial heat, 
and the only objections that amount to anything 
made to this method, are based upon the danger 
that is supposed to accompany it. As a matter 
of fact, this is one of the strong points in favor 
of Steam Heating, for no safer system could 
possibly be devised, as the chances of acciden- 
tal fire are reduce to a minimum, and a well- 
constructed Steam-Heating plant can no more 
explode than a tea kettle with the lid off. We 
say a well-constructed plant, and this expression 
refers to Boilers and Piping that are not only 
well-made of suitable material, but are set up as 
they should be, for it is just here that the ex- 
planation may be found of why damage is oc- 
casionally caused by the failure of Steam-Heat- 
ing Apparatus. Mr. Chester Greenwood has 
given his attention to the manufacture and 
putting up of Steam-Heating Plants, since 1886, 
and we have yet to hear of a case where his 
work has failed to give satisfaction. The rea- 
son is obvious. He understands his business 
and is therefore competent to redeem the prom- 




ise he makes that Steam and Hot Water Heat- 
ing shall be properly done. He is sole agent for 
Franklin Co. of the "Florida" Steam Heater, a 
descriptive catalogue of which will be sent free 
on application, and is prepared to fill orders 
for Plumbing, etc., at short notice. His shop 
is supplied with steam-power, and Machine 
Jobbing of all kinds is promptly attended to at 
moderate rates. Every facility is at hand for 
the doing of hoisting work safely and satisfac- 
torily, and Machinists' Supplies, such as Pipe, 
Valves, Packing, Steam Gauges, Water Glasses, 
Set Screws, Twist Drills, Files, Chucks, Pipe 
Wrenches, etc., are handled largely, low prices 
being quoted and only standard goods furnished. 
Mr. Greenwood is Agent for the Florida Steam 
Heater, and manufactures the Greenwood Steam 
Heater for wood, which is the best Heater 
made for all places where wood is cheaper than 
coal. Mr. Greenwood also manufactures the 
Greenwood Pipe Vise. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FAEMINGTON. 




Farming^ton State Normal School, 

Farmington. The idea that it is necessary to 
" teach people now to teach " in oi'der to obtain 
satisfactory results, was once received with 
derision, but the importance of professional 
training has been so often and so fully demon- 
strated that it is no longer a suitable subject for 
debate among persons of intelligence. Teach- 
ing being now regarded as a profession, it is 
natural that those who have been specially 
trained to follow it should be preferred when 
there are vacancies to be filled, and a significant 
indication of public sentiment in the matter is 
afforded by the fact that the Farmington State 
Normal School is unable to honor one-half the 
demand made upon it for trained teachers. 
This institution was formerly known as the 
Farmington Academy, its first principal being 
Mr. A. P. Kelsey. In 1864 its name was changed 
to that which it now bears, and in 1SS5 the 
present principal, Mr. George Colby Purington, 
assumed direction of the enterprise. This gen- 
tleman is a native of Embden, Maine, and grad- 
uated from Bowdoin College in 1878, fitting 
himself for admission to that institution while 
teaching in Hebron Academy. He was prin- 
cipal of the Brunswick High School until the 
summer of 1881, when he resigned to accept 
the principalship of the Edward Little High 
School at Auburn, remaining there up to the 
time of resigning in order to accept his present 
position. He is a member of the Free Masons 
and is Chief Engineer of the Farmington Fire 
Department and Foreman of Steamer Co. No. 1. 
He has also been recently elected President of 
the Maine Pedagosical Society. Mr. Purington 
is associated on the Board of Instruction with 
Mr. J. K. Potter, a.b., and the following ladies: 
Hortense M. Merrill, Lillian I. Lincoln, Lutie 
F. Luques, Harriet P. Young, Ardelle M. Tozier, 
Julia W. Swift. The purpose of the school, — 
briefly stated, — is to train teachers for their 
professional labors, and incidental to this work 



a course of study is pursued which includes the 
common English blanches in thorough re- 
views, and such of the higher branches as are 
especially adapted to prepare teachers to con- 
duct the mental, moral and physical education 
of their pupils; the art of school management 
having a prominent place in the daily exercises 
and the school being open (in accordance with 
the Legislative act under which it is conducted) 
to persons of different religious connections on 
terms of perfect equality." The course of study 
IS arranged for two years of three terms each, 
and to meet the demand for high school teach- 
ers, there is an advanced course of one year, 
open to the graduates of this and other Normal 
Schools of the State. This course is purely op- 
tional, but is taken by many who desire the re- 
sponsible and remunerative positions for which 
it fits them. The Farmington State Normal 
School was never in a more prosperous condi- 
tion than at present, and the residents of the 
town have excellent reason for the pride they 
freely show concerning the institution. They 
have done much to promote its welfare, and 
give those coming here in order to attend it, a 
spontaneous and cordial welcome. We give 
below a list of the Normal School Trustees: 
Gov. Edwin C. Burleigh, Ex-officio; Hon. Nel- 
son A. Luce, State Superintendent of Common 
Schools, Ex-ofiicio; I. Warren Merrill. Esq., 
Farmington; Hon. Luther G. Philbrook. Cas- 
tine; John A. Hinkley, a.m., Gorham; James 
O. Bradbury, Esq., Hartland; Stephen A. Low- 
ell, Esq., Auburn, 



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Dr. B. M. Hardy, Dentist, cor. Broadway 
and Main Streets, Farmington. The familiar 
axiom, "prevention is better than cure,'" ap- 
plies with peculiar force to the care of the teeth, 
as many have learned to their sorrow, when it 
was too late to profit by the knowledge. We 
often hear it remarked how sensitive the teeth 
are, and how easily they may be seriously in- 
jured; but those who have made a study of the 
subject are very apt to hold quite an opposite 
opinion, for their experience teaches them that 
the majority of people abuse their teeth habit- 
ually from youth to middle age, and that the 
wonder is not that they finally give out, but that 
they last as long as they do. Undoubtedly 
many are restrained from consulting a Dentist 
by a nervous fear of the pain some consider in- 
separable from dental operations; but as a 
matter of fact, such fear is usually groundless, 
for if the proper steps be taken in time, before 
the nerve is exposed, a tooth may be worked 
upon without the slightest suffering, or even 
unpleasant sensation being caused. Modern 
Dentistry has reduced pain to a minimum, not 
alone by the use of anaesthetics, but by the in- 
troduction of improved appliances and meth- 
ods of operation, which save much time and 
accomplish more perfect results. There are 
many skillful and experienced Dentists in this 
section of the State, and there is certainly no 
excuse for permitting one's teeth to suffer from 
lack of proper attention. One of the best- 
equipped Dental establishments of which we 
have knowledge is that carried on by Dr. B. M. 
Hardy, over the Peoples' Trust Company, cor, 
of Broadway and Main Streets, and it is natural 
that such should be the case, for Dr. Hardy is 
President of the Maine Dental Association, and 
of course makes use of the latest devices science 
has provided. He was born in Portland, Me., 
and is connected with both the Masons and the 
Odd Fellows. Dr. Hardy began the practice of 
his profession here in 1876, and has, for some 
years, held his present leading position. He 
owes no small part of his popularity to the 
thoroughness with which he carries out every 
operation intrusted to him, and especially to 
the gentleness which characterizes his methods. 
In view of the office he holds in the Dental As- 
sociation, it would be as presumptuous as it is 
unnecessary for us to speak in detail of his 
abilities as a practical operator, so we will simp- 
ly say that his charges are moderate and that 
previous appointment is necessary to assure 
prompt attention. 

Stoddard House, Broadway, Farraington, 
Davis & Pierce, proprietors. Sample room on 
first floor. Free Carriage to and from Trains. 
If a jury of experts were to be chosen to de- 
cide which hotels in each community were 
most deserving of patronage, it would certainly 
be made up of commercial travelers, for what 
they don't know about hotel accommodations 
nobody knows. We have little doubt what the 
decision would be so far as Farmington is con- 
cerned, for it is easy to see that the Stoddard 
House is a favorite with the "knights of the 
road," and we must confess that they show 
their usual appreciation of liberal treatment in 
making such a choice, for the hotel in question 
is one of the most home-like in the State, and 
is managed with a constant and careful regard 



for the comfort and well-being of its guests. 
The present proprietors, Messrs. Davis & Pierce^ 
assumed control January J, 1889, and have 
already given evidence of their intention ta 
make the Stoddard House more popular than 
ever, if enterprise, liberality and courtesy can 
accomplish that end. Mr. Davis is a native of 
Farmington, and is widely known in this sec- 
tion, having served in the Legislature in 1884, 
and being a popular member of the Grand 
Army. He is connected with the Free Masons,- 
as is also Mr. Pierce, who was born in Houlton, 
and has had five years' experience in the hotel 
businpss. During the season of 1888 Mr. Pierce 
was clerk at the Mooselucmaguntic Hotel, the 
largest in the Kangeley Lake region, and made 
many friends by the genial and accommodating 
spirit with which he discharged the responsible 
duties incidental to such a position. Mr. Pierce 
certainly "knows how to keep a hotel," and 
now hus an excellent opportunity to put that 
knowledge to practical use. The premises oc- 
cupied are three stories in height, and com- 
prise a main building measuring 60x40 feet, and 
an ell of the dimensions of 20x60 feet, there 
being forty guest-rooms. The house has re- 
cently been greatly improved, refitted and re- 
furnished, and contains a convenient sample 
room on the first floor, there being a free car- 
riage to and from trains. From eight to ten 
assistants are employed, and the service is- 
prompt and courteous, the table first class, and 
the terms remarkably reasonable for either 
transient or permanent guests. 



M. P. Tufts, Dealer in Choice Groceries, 
Canned Fruit. Flour, Corn, Meal, Grain, Coun- 
try Produce. Choice Tobacco and Cigars, etc. 
Broadway, Farmington. It is becoming gen- 
erally understood nowadays, that the food we 
eat has more to do with our bodily health than 
any other one thing. Disorders and even dis- 
eases that were once treated with powerful 
drugs and medicines, are now corrected and 
cured almost entirely by careful attention to 
the diet, and it is conceded that the man who 
most perfectly suits his food to his tempera- 
ment and his occupation, will, other things be- 
ing equal, enjoy the best health. Therefore it 
is of the highest importance to know where re- 
liable food-products may best be obtained, and 
we are happy to be able to call the attention of 
our readers to so deserving and well-managed 
an establishment as that carried on by Mr. M. 
P. Tufts, at No. 14 Broadway. The proprietor 
is a native of this place, and is connected with 
the Masonic Order. He began operations in 
1886, and has already buiit up a very large trade, 
requiring the occupancy of one floor and a base- 
ment measuring 50x22 feet, and a storehouse 
of the dimensions of 35x;J5 feet. An extensive 
stock is carried, consisting of Choice Family 
Groceries, Flour, and Canned Fruit, Corn, 
Meal and Grain, together with Country Produce 
and Choice Tobacco and Cigars. Mr. Tufts ob- 
tains his goods from the most reliable sources 
and therefore is itf a position to guarantee that 
they will prove as represented. Catering ex- 
pressly to family trade, he spares no trouble to 
satisfy his customers, and quotes the lowest 
market rates on standard goods, filling all or- 
ders promptly and carefully. Aside from this 
business, Mr. Tufts is a Breeder of Pure Breed 
Hereford Cattle of the best quality. 



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S. O. Tarbox, Dealer in Grroceries, Flour, 
Drugs, Medicines.Paints, Oils, Glass, Paper Hang- 
ngs, Broadway, Farmington. One n»glit search 
Franklin County from end to end, without find- 
ing a better known or more popular enterprise 
than that carried on by Mr. S. O. Tarbox, here 
in Farmington, for this undertaking was inaug- 
urated in 1871, and has since gained an enviable 
reputation by reason of the methods which 
have characterized its management. Opera- 
tions were begun by J. C. Tarbox & Co., and in 
1876 the firm name was changed to Tarbox 
Brothers, Mr. S. O. Tarbox becoming sole 
proprietor in 1887. The premises utilized are 
located on Broadway and comprise one floor 
and a basement, each of which measures 22x70 
feet. An immense stock is carried, consisting of 
Groceries, Flour, Drugs, Medicines, Paints, 
Oils, Glass. Paper Hangings, etc., and the qual- 
ity of the goods composing it, is in every case 
precisely what it is represented to be — a fact 
which is appreciated by the public, as the pop- 
ularity we have before noted proves. Mr. Tar- 
box is in a position to quote the lowest market 
rates on the goods he handles, and to fill orders 
as soon as received. The Medicines and Drugs 
contained in his stock are selected from the 
most reliable sources, and tlipir purity and 
freshness may therefore be confidently counted 
upon, while the Canned Goods in the Grocery 
Department will be found far superior to the 
avera2;e, as they are freshly put up and bear the 
stamp of the most reputable packers. 



F. E. Voter, Insurance Agent, No. 21 Broad- 
way, Farmington. Good intent'ons, never 
carried out, are a fruitful source of annoyance 
and loss, and the man who makes a practice of 
putting off the accomplishment of an under- 
taking after once making up his mind to engage 
in it, can hardly expect to attain any decided 
success. This is proved by every-day experi- 
ence, and it is a common thing to hear that so- 
and-so was going to take out an insurance pol- 
icy on his house, but before he "got round to 
it," a destructive fire saved him the trouble. 
By making use of such facilities as are afforded 
by Mr. F. E. Voter, No. 21 Broadway, the trouble 
of placing Insurance is reduced to a minimum, 
and the expense is cut down to its lowest terms 
also. Mr, Voter acts as Agent for the following 
companies, and it would be difficult to make 
out a stronger and more generally desirable list: 
Fire — Commercial Union, of London; New 
Hampshire, of New Hampshire; Union, of 
Pennsylvania; Dwelling House, of Boston; 
Granite State, of New Hampshire; Peoples', of 
New Hampshire. Life and Accident — Mutual 
Life, of New York, the largest and best com- 
pany in the world; Employes' Accident, of 
New York. These corporations have records 
that are easily accessible, and the more thor- 
oughly they are studied the greater the confi- 
dence that will be reposed in them. Mr. Voter 
is prepared to write policies on the most liberal 
terms, and places a large portion of the Insur- 
ance carried in this vicinity. He was born in 
Farmington and is extensively well-known 
here, being Secretary of the Odd Fellows' Lodge 
with which he is connected, and having been 
Messenger in the State Senate for three years. 



Hatch Brothers, Boots and Shoes, Farm- 
ington and Readfield. The boot and shoe store 
carried on by Hatch Brothers here in Farming- 
ton was not opened until 1887, but it leaped at 
once into the favor of the public, and a steadily 
increasing patronage is accorded it. The firm 
are no novices at the business, for in 1877 they 
started, and still carry on, a similar enterprise 
in Readfield, and the reputation gained there 
had much to do with the cordial reception given 
the later undertaking. The Readfield store is 
30x60 feet in dimensions, while that in this 
town is 22x45 feet in size, and the stock carried 
is so large, so complete, and so desirable that 
young and old, rich and poor, married and sin- 
gle can all find goods therein suited to their 
needs at prices equally suited to their means. 
Customers don't have to wait around until they 
forget what they came for, but are served 
promptly and politely, given an opportunity to 
make a deliberate choice, and correctly in- 
formed as to the merits of the articles concern- 
ing which they inquire. In short, the poetical 
promise made by the proprietors is fulfilled to 
the letter, and just what this promise is, the 
following lines will tell. 

The Boots and Shoes that here you buy, 
Will fit the Foot, and please the Eye, 
If satisfaction they do not give, 
We'll make it right, as sure's you live. 

There are three brothers in the firm, all of 
whom are natives of Jefferson, Me., two being 
members of the Ancient Order of United Work- 
men. The very lowest market rates are quoted, 
and the goods handled are durably as well as 
neatly made in every respect. Their stirring 
business maxim allows us to say there is no 
weather too hot, too cold, too wet or too dry 
to cause dull business at either of their stores. 



Dr. E. C. Merrill, Dentist, No. 11 Main 
Street, Farmington. The advance and rapid 
progress of the arts and sciences excite the ad- 
miration of all, and nowhere is the progress 
more marked than in Dentistry. The mission 
of which is to repair and replace the teeth, one 
of the most important organs of the body. If 
the teeth, the instruments of mastication, are 
decayed or gone, the food cannot be properly 
prepared for the digestive organs, which be- 
come impaired, causing one of the most dis- 
tressing diseases, and with much discomfort 
and pain, endanger the health. The greatest 
boon of the human race. The wonderful im- 
provements that have marked the progress of 
both operative and mechanical Dentistry, has 
placed the profession beside that of medicine, 

, in alleviating human suffering, and aiding per- 
sonal adornment. With the present advanced 
treatment, decayed teeth can be saved for a life 
time, or they can be replaced, either singly, or 
in parts, or whole sets, in a manner that almost 
rivals nature in appearance, and performance 
of their functions. Dr. Merrill's fine office at 
No. 11 Main Street, is fully equipped with the 
latest and most approved appliances for opera- 
tions of all descriptions upon the teeth, and an 
extended and growing patronage fully attests, 

I to the careful and skillful treatment, and thor- 

I ough and competent manner, that all opera- 

; tions are performed at his office. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FARMINGTON. 



David H. Chandler, Attorney at Law, 
Farmington. The gentleman whose card we 
print above, is doubtless known by reputation 
at least to many of our readers, for he has been 
prominent in the community for some years, 
and his position in the legal profession is a high 
and assured one. It is not our purpose to 
dwell at length on his capabilities as a lawyer, 
for these are generally known, and the estima- 
tion in which they are held is significantly indi- 
cated by the appointment received in 1SS2 as 
Judge of the Municipal Court — a position 
which is still occupied by Mr. Chandler. A 
work which treats of the leading business men 
of a certain section, must necessarily treat of 
those prominent in professional life as well as 
of those who have achieved success in mercan- 
tile affairs, and the zeal which Mr. Chandler 
has exhibited in advancing the best interests of 
the community by every means in his power, 
affords ample reason for presenting this sketch 
of his career in a review of the salient points of 
Farmington's commercial history. He was 
born in Temple, Maine, and was elected to the 
State Legislature from Chesterville in 1857. In 
1879 Mr. Chandler was a member of the Board 
of Trustees of the Farmington State Normal 
School, and we may say in passing that he has 
always shown great interest in educational 
matters, and has used his influence to promote 
the free dissemination of knowledge by all 
practical means. The duties of Clei k of Courts 
for Franklin County were discharged by him 
during the term extending from 1880 to 1883, 
and we have already ment;ioned his appoint- 
ment as Municipal Judge in 1882. His atten- 
tion being occupied in the Municipal Court, his 
legal practice at the present time is not very 
extensive, but no Lawyer in the State gives 
more careful attention to the interests of his 
clients. 



Ghas. E. Wheeler, Manufacturer of Split 
Bamboo Fishing Rods. Broadway, Farmington. 
The delights of fishing are by no means easy to 
express with pen and ink, and unless the writer 
has a genius similar to that of the famous old 
Isaak Walton, the results of trying to do so are 
very apt to be decidedly unsatisfactory. The 
true fisherman has his love for the sport born 
in him, and it is useless for a man who has no 
taste in that direction to try to understand the 
fascination some find in making war upon the 
finny tribe. Scientific angling has always been 
a fruitful source of enjoyment among cultivated 
people, and of late years it has rapidly gained 
in popularity in this country, many a business 
man finding the few weeks he can spare each 
year to this pursuit, something to be looked 
forward to with eagerness, and improved as 
only such rare pleasure can be improved. The 
Rod comes first in importance in the fisher- 
mans outfit, and unless this be made as it 
should be, half the enjoyment is lost. The per- 
fect Rod combines strength and lightness in 
the highest degree, and to produce one that is 
first-class, requires ability and skill as well as 
long experience. Split Bamboo is the material 
most perfectly adapted to the manufacture of 
Fine Fishing Rods, and each of the many pieces 
going to make up the finished Rod must be care- 
fully selected, shaped and adjusted, in ordcj. 



that the strain may be properly distributed. 
Mr. C. E. Wheeler has manufactured such arti- 
cles for a ^lU score of years, and his Rods are 
now preferred by many of the best-known ama- 
teur fishermen. He was born in Farmington, 
and is widely-known throughout this section, 
especially among those interested in field sports. 
Two floors, measuring 25x40 feet, are occupied 
on Broadway, and employment is given to six 
competent and careful assistants. Mr. Wheeler 
strives to furnish the best possible article for 
the lest po^sible amount of money, and his 
Rods are sold at remai kably low figures, con- 
sidering the quality of the goods; orders being 
promptly filled. 

Mrs. Will. Randall, Fashionable Dress 
Making, Chronicle Office Entrance, Knowlton 
Building, Farmington. All of our lady readers, 
and not a few of those belonging to the sterner 
sex, can doubtless call to mind instances which 
have come under their ob.servation where the 
most costly costumes, made from the richest 
and most fashionable materials, utterly failed 
to pioduce a desirable effect by reason of the 
incompetency or carelessness of those who were 
intrusted with their making. The handsomest 
and most tasteful fabrics may easily be ren- 
dered quite unattractive by improper treatment, 
and the advantages to be gained by making use 
of the services of an experienced and skillful 
Dress Maker, are too evident to render it nec- 
essary for us to dwell upon the importance of 
securing such aid. It is the general verdict 
among the ladies of Farmington and vicinity 
who have examined specimens of the work done 
1 at the establishment of Mrs. William Randall, 
i that the results there attained are exceptionally 
\ satisfactory, and there has been ample time to 
j form a complete judgment regarding the mat- 
ter in question, for Mrs. Randall began opera- 
i tions in 1880, and her business has since rapidly 
and steadily developed. Four rooms are occu- 
pied in the Knowlton Building, and the prem- 
ises may be reached by means of the Chronicle 
Office entrance. Employment is afforded to 
from four to six experienced and painstaking 
assistants, and orders can therefore be filled at 
short notice, the charges made being uniformly 
moderate. Mrs. Randall gives personal atten- 
tion to the executing of every commission, and 
we have no hesitation in guaranteeing complete 
satisfaction to the most fastidious customer. 



E. V. Variiey, Horse Shoeing and Jobbing. 
All kinds of Repair Work promptly attended to. 
Farmington. Many people have discovered that 
it don't pay to give a high price for a horse and 
then have him injured or ruined by improper 
Shoeing, so that nowadays a good deal more 
discrimination is used in choosing a Horse- 
shoer than was formerly the case. It is gen- 
erally acknowledged that Mr. E. V. Varney does 
as good work of this kind as any man in this 
section of the State, and therefore it is not sur- 
prising that the services of two assistants are 
required in order to attend to all the business 
brought to his shop. Mr. Varney was born in 
South Durham, Maine, and inaugurated his 
present enterprise in 1878. He is very widely- 
known in Farmington and vicinity, and is con- 
nected with the Knights Templars and Odd Fel 



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lows' Encampment. The premises made use of 
measure 35x40 feet, and are supplied with every 
facility for the doing of General Jobbing and 
Repairing. Horses can be Shod here at very 
short notice, and the owners of valuable ani- 
mals may safely intrust them to the hands of 
Mr. Varney and his assistants, for no rough 
dealing is practiced, and the individual 
requirements of each horse are carefully studied 
and attended to. Repairing is done neatly and 
strongly at the shortest possible notice, and the 
charges made for this and all other work done 
here, will be found fair and reasonable in every 
case. 



C. E. Marr, (Successor to P. W. Hubbard). 
Druggist and Apothecary; Manufacturer of 
Hubbard's Home Favorite Cough Syrup and 
Peoples' Favorite Tonic Bitters, 62 Main St., 
Farmington. Among such business enterprises 
as deserve particularly prominent mention, 
that conducted by Mr. C. E. Marr, at No. 62 
Main Street, holds a leading position, for a 
first-class Pharmacy is a benefit to any com- 
munity, and the establishment in question is 
first-class in every sense of the word. Mr. Marr 
is a native of Canaan, Maine, and is connected 
with the Masonic Commandery, and also with 
the Odd Fellows. He is successor to Mr. P. W. 
Hubbard in the ownership of his present under- 
taking, and is Manufacturer of Hubbard's 
Home Favorite Cough Syrup and Peoples' Fav- 
orite Tonic Bitters — two preparations which are 
"favorites" in fact as well as in name, among 
those who have tested their merits. The prem- 
ises occupied comprise two floors, one measur- 
ing 44x22 feet and the other 20x22 feet, a very 
extensive assortment being constantly carried, 
of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, etc., together 
with a full line of Fancy and Toilet Articles, 
including the latest and most popular novel- 
ties in these goods. Mr. Marr carries on a 
large retail business, also supplying some of the 
ti-ade of the neighboring towns at wholesale, 
and places his prices at the lowest figures con- 
sistent with the quality of the commodities 
furnished. The Prescription Department is 
given special attention, and every precaution is 
taken to make the service as reliable as that 
afforded by any similar establishment in the 
State. Orders are filled at short notice, and 
every caller is assured uniformly courteous 
treatment. The location on which Mr. Marr's 
store now stands is the original spot on which 
was located the first Drug Store of John W. 
Perkins, the extensive wholesale dealer now of 
Portland. 



at reasonable rates, and where the quality of 
every article sold may be depended upon to 
prove as represented. The store in question is 
that located at No. 29 Broadway, opposite Stod- 
dard House, and conducted by Messrs. L. E. 
Witham & Co. This firm was formed in 1888, 
and consists of Messrs. L. E. Witham and John 
Kern, the founder being a native of Starks, Me., 
and the latter of Switzerland. Mr. Witham 
was a member of the Starks Board of Select- 
men for three years, and both he and Mr. Kern 
are well known in this vicinity. Premises 
measuring 75x24 feet are occupied, and a large 
and varied stock is carried, comprising Groce- 
ries, Meats and Poultry, Game, Venison, Fresh 
and Pickled Fish, Provisions of All Kinds, 
Canned Fruit, etc., together with a full assort- 
ment of seasonable Vegetables. All classes of 
trade are catei-ed to, and uniform politeness is 
shown to every customer, while the service is 
prompt and accurate, orders being filled and 
delivered at short notice. A fine line of Canned 
Goods is included in the stock, and bottom 
prices are quoted in every department. Messrs. 
Witham & Kern's market is finely fitted up 
with modern improvements, and contains one 
of the best "refrigerator" rooms to be found 
anywhere. It is "The" Market of Farmington, 
where everything that its name implies is to be 
found in its season. The firm are very popular 
with the public, and their success is already 
established. 



L(. E, Witbani & Co., Dealers in Meats and 
Provisions, No. 29 Broadway, Farmington. It is 
what we eat that enables us to work, and a man 
might as well expect to keep up a working 
pressure in a steam boiler by burning nothing 
but ashes, as to maintain his own health and 
strength by the consumption of improper food. 
It is very poor economy to cheat one's stomach, 
and we are happy to say that Americans, as a 
rule, spare no reasonable expense in providing 
for the table. But a high price does not always 
mean a good article, and, therefore, we desire 
to call the attention of our readers to an estab- 
lishment where Provisions of all kinds are sold 



H. H. Rice, Dealer in Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Broadway, Farmington. Branch store at Mad- 
ison. There is no more elegant store in Far- 
mington than that occupied by Mr. H. H. Rice, 
in the Dolbier and Waugh Block on Broadway, 
and what is still more gratifying to his custom- 
ers is the fact that the stock it contains is well 
suited to the store, being one of the most care- 
fully selected assortments of Dry and Fancy 
Goods to be found in this section. Mr. Rice 
wn*! born in Farmington. and founded his pres- 
ent business in 1881. He cariies on a branch 
store at Madison, and from the very magnitude 
of his trade, is able to offf-r his customers in- 
ducements which it would be very hard to par- 
allel elsewhere. One floor and a basement, 
measuring 100x25 feet, are occupied, and the 
different departments of the stock are so ar- 
ranged as to make selection comparatively easy. 
Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods of guaranteed 
quality are offered at prices that assure a rapid 
disposal of the stock, for Mr. Rice prefers the 
"nimble penny " to the "slow sixpence," and 
hence takes measures to sell goods quickly, 
making room for a fresh supply. Staple arti- 
cles as well as fashionable novelties are on hand 
in great variety, and somf> of the Fancy Goods 
offered at this store could not be found else- 
where in this vicinity, for Mr. Piice keeps a 
sharp eye on the market, and is ever on the 
alert to'procure specialties suited to his class 
of trade. Both a wholesale and retail business 
is done, and the services of two competent and 
polite assistants are required to give callers the 
prompt attention they are accustomed to re- 
ceive at this popular establishment, and bu.siness 
relations entered into with them are certain to 
prove not only pleasant, but advantageous. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FAEMINGTON. 



E. Gerry, Dealer in Groceries and Flour, 41 
Main Street, Farmington. That it is poor econ- 
omy to use poor Groceries, will be readily 
agreed by all experienced housekeepers, and 
the importance of discrimination in the selec- 
tion of tliese goods is due, not alone to this 
fact, but also to the influence of the food upon 
the health, an influence which is now con- 
ceded to be much stronger than would once 
have been admitted. Fortunately the residents 
of Farmington and vicinity need have no diffi- 
culty in securing reliable Groceries, for there 
are many honorable dealers in such goods to be 
found here, and one of the most prominent of 
them is Mr. E. Ge.ry, doing business at No. 41 
Main Street. This gentleman began operations 
in 1872. under the firm name of E. Gerry & Son; 
but since 18S0 the enterprise has been conducted 
by him alone. He was born here in Farmington 
and has long been considei'ed a representative 
citizen, having served as Assessor of Corpora- 
tions for three years, and being connected with 
both the Free Masons and the Odd Fellows, 
occupying the position of District Deputy Grand 
Master of Lodge, also of Encampment of the 
latter order. The premises utilized by Mr. 
Gerry consist of two floors and a basement, and 
measure 26x4.5 feet. He acts as Agent for the 
American Express Company, and is prepared to 
receive and forward goods to all points reached 
by that Company and its connections. The 
stock of Groceries, Flour, etc . on hand is large 
and varied, composing a full selection of Fancy 
and Staple products especially adapted to fam- 
ily use. The Teas and Coffees are of exception- 
ally fine flavor, while the assortment of Canned 
Goods is made up of the productions of the 
most reputable and popular packers. All the 
favorite brands of Flour are offered at the 
lowest market rates, and orders are delivered 
promptly, every article sold being guaranteed 
to prove as represented. 

T. H. Adams, Dealer in Carpetings. Also 
Undertaking and Embalming done. .S.3 Adams 
Block, Main Street, Farmington. It being not 
far from thirty years since Mr. T. H. Adams 
began operations in this vicinity, it is not sur- 
prising that he and his establishment should be 
very widely known hereabouts. Mr. Adams 
was born in Farmington, and inaugurated his 
present enterprise in 1861. He occupies prem- 
ises of the dimensions of 24x60 feet, at No. 33 
Adams Block, Main Street, and deals largely in 
Carijetings, besides carrying on an extensive 
Undertaking and Embalming business. Win- 
dow Shades and similar articles are also dealt 
in to a considerable extent, and Mr. Adams acts 
as Agent for the Monumental Bronze Company, 
of Bridgeport, Ct., manufacturers of White 
Bronze M(muments and Tablets. These arti- 
cles are practically indesti uctible, even when 
exposed to our New England weather, and are 
coming into general use as their merits become 
more widely appreciated. They aro furnished 
in many beautiful and appropriate designs, and 
at a remarkably low figure. AVe neetl not refer 
to the quality of the sei vice Mr. Adams is pre- 
pared to furnish in the line of Undertaking 
and Embalming, for it is universally conceded 
that his Jfacilities are unsurpassed, while his 
long experience has fitted him to meet all con- 
tingencies that may arise. His charges are 



uniformly moderate, and orders are given im- 
mediate and careful attention. Mr. Adams 
occupies the position of County Coroner, and 
discharges the responsible duties of that office 
in such a manner as to elicit the unstinted com- 
mendations of those conversant with his work. 



H. L/. G-ooclwin, Book, Card, and Mercan- 
tile Printer, 70 Main Street, Farmington. The 
old merchant who was asked to give the secret 
of his wonderful success in business, said it was 
owing to his taking the " printers into partner- 
ship," or in other words, he did not begrudge 
money spent on printer's ink. That many men 
fail because they take no pains to reach the' 
public ear is undeniable, and even if the busi- 
ness be such that newspaper advertising is un- 
advisable, there can still be powerful help given 
by the printer, in the shape of attractive busi- 
ness cards, bill heads, circulars, etc. But the 
work must be first-class. Poor printing is as 
cheap and worthless a thing as could easily be 
named, and a slovenly printed card is about 
the worst recommendation a firm could have. 
First-class work may be easily assured by pat- 
ronizing a first-class establishment, and no bet- 
ter one can be found in this part of the State 
than that conducted by Mr. H. L. Goodwin at 
No. 70 Main Street. Book, Card, and Mercan- 
tile Printing are done at short notice, and the 
mechanical excellence of the work is note- 
worthy and unusual. Mr. Goodwin has a finely- 
equipped Job Printing Office, and is prepared 
to issue tasty and dainty Circulars at low rates. 
Everything in this office is entirely new, and 
much of the type used was selected especially 
for Mercantilt- Printing, and some of the neat- 
est cards and bill-heads we have seen were 
printed at this establishment. 



George W. Rang-er, Saw and Grist Mill, 
Dealer in Lumber, Fairbanks, Me. Mr. George 
W. Ranger should most certainly receive prom- 
inent mention among the leading business men 
of this section for he has done much to develop 
the national resources of the State, carrying on 
an extensive Lumbering business and employ- 
ing fifteen men about six months in the year. 
He maintains a well equipped Saw and Grist 
Mill in the town of Fairbanks, two and one-half 
miles north from Farmington, and cuts .500,000 ft. 
of Lumber annually, besides 200,000 Shingles. 
The premises utilized comprise three floors, 
each of which measures 30x70 feet, and are fit- 
ted up with improved machinery throughout. 
Mr. Ranger is highly and deservedly popular in 
the community, and has a very extensive circle 
of friends, having occupied the position of 
Postmaster for the past eight years. He is a 
member of the Free Masons, and is a public 
spirited citizen who m^y always be depended 
upon to advance the best interests of the com- 
munity by all honorable means. He founded 
his present business in 1872, and has built up 
the large wholesale and retail trade he now en- 
joys, by giving close personal attention to the 
management of affairs and by earnestly striving 
to deal honorably by all. The reasons of his 
success are very generally understood through- 
out this vicinity, and it is the common verdict 
that such a policy and such industry are deserv- 
ing of every encouragement and commendation. 



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Miss M. N. Welcb, Fashionable Dress- 
maker. It is said by those who should be au- 
thority, that our American ladies are the best- 
dressed in the world, and that one reason why 
this is the case, is because they not only know 
how to choose their costumes but how to wear 
them. There is no doubt that the art of Dress 
Makinpf is much further advanced in this coun- 
try now than it was a few years ago, and this 
is due principally to the effect of those who 
combine a thorough knowledge of the subject 
with natural taste and ability. In calling at- 
tention to the facilities possessed by Miss M. 
N. Welch, for the doing of Fashionable Dress- 
making at short notice, we feel that we are 
rendering a real accomodation to our readers, 
for this lady has amply proved her entire fit- 
ness for the task she has undertaken, and those 
who make use of her services will have reason 
to congratulate themselves on having done so. 
Miss Welch keeps herself thoroughly informed 
concerning the latest novelties in the Dress 
Making line, and spares no pains to give her 
customers the full benefit of such knowledge. 
She is ready and willing to offer any suggestions 
her experience and study may prompt, if such 
assistance be desired, and her charges are ex- 
tremely reasonable, considering the quality of 
the service rendered, orders being delivered 
promptly when promised. 



titled to be ranked among the leading business 
houses of the kind in the State, their business 
amounting to nearly $75,000 yearly, and we are 
pleased to note a popularity so richly deserved. 



Rangrer & Butler, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Flour, Corn, Meal, Feed, Lime, Salt, 
Groceries and Country Produce, Bonney's 
block, opposite Maine Central Depot, Farming- 
ton. Flour has risen so much in price within 
the last few months that housekeepers have 
good reason to be more careful than ever in 
placing their orders for this indispensable com- 
modity, and it is well for those residing in Far- 
mington and vicinity that they have so reliable 
and enterprising a house as that of Ranger & 
Butler to deal with, for this concern is prepared 
to meet all competition so far as the handling 
of Flour and Feed is concerned, and can quote 
the very lowest market rates on anything in 
this line. The premises in use give some idea 
of the magnitude of the business done, for they 
are 150x35 feet in dimensions, and there is a 
storehouse utilized which measures 50x40 feet. 
Flour, Corn, Meal, Feed, Lime, Salt, etc., are 
supplied in quantities to suit, at the very short- 
est notice, both a wholesale and retail business 
being done, while Staple and Fancy Groceries 
and Choice Country Produce are also dealt in 
largely. The firm is made up of Messrs. G. W. 
Ranger and F. L. Butler, the former being a 
native of Massachusetts and a member of the 
Free Masons, while Mr. Butler was born in this 
place and is connected with the Odd Fellows. 
Business is carried on in Bonney's Block, oppo- 
site the Maine Central Depot, and despite the 
many orders received, customers are given 
prompt and courteous attention, a sufficient 
number of assistants being employed to serve 
all immediately and carefully. This firm is en- 



G. Drake, Manufacturer of Agricultural and 
Factory Baskets, all sizes. West Farmington. 
People are so accustomed to using Baskets for 
a great variety of purposes, that they seldom 
stop to think what would be the result did the 
supply suddenly cease. Of course substitutes 
for baskets could be found, but they would all 
be more or less clumsy and costly, tor nothing 
in the shape of a receptacle combines strength, 
lightness and cheapness in so high a degree as 
a well-made basket. In connection with this 
line of manufacture, it is appropriate to men- 
tion the establishment carried on by Mr. Gard- 
ner Drake, for this gentleman is one of the best 
known Basket Makers in the State, having in- 
augurated his present enterprise more than a 
score of years ago, and conducting it steadily 
ever since. He is a native of Sharon, Mass., and 
is exceptionally well known hereabouts, having 
been Postmaster of West Farmington for eleven 
years. The premises made use of by Mr. 
Drake are 20x3(3 feet in dimensions, and are 
well adapted to the purpose for which they are 
employed. Agricultural and Factory Baskets 
of all descriptions are very extensively manu- 
factured, and the largest orders can be filled at 
short notice. Mr. Drake's productions will 
bear the most severe comparison with those of 
any other maker, for they are carefully con- 
structed of selected material, being put together 
by skilled hands. All sizes of Baskets are 
made, and the lowest market rates are quoted 
on large and small lots. 

C. A. Gould, Manufacturer and Dealer in 
Lumber, West Farmington. No careful review 
of the lumber trade of this section, its rise and 
progress, would be complete without special 
reference to this widely known and i-eliable 
concern, now conducted by 0. A. Gould. And 
in this connection it may be as well to call at- 
tention to the fact that few branches of trade 
in the United States are of greater importance 
than the handling of lumber, and few demand 
more ability, foresight, and close discrimina- 
tion to attain successful results. The company 
in question succeeded the old established house 
of Joseph Gould, and no house in the trade 
maintains a higher reputation, or has rendered 
more uniformly satisfactory services to those 
having business relations with it. The busi- 
ness, which is both wholsale and retail, is very 
extensive, is steadily increasing, and affords 
constant employment to quite a large number 
of hands. Mr. Gould has every advantage nec- 
essary to furnish lumber of standard excellence, 
in any quantities, and for any desired purpose. 
His promptitude in filling orders, dispatch in 
delivering and forwarding, and honorable 
methods command the confidence of his trade, 
and have made this house a desirable one with 
which to deal. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



-OF- 



mecha:^7ic falls. 



^ilJwHE enterprising village of Mechanic Falls is composed partly of the territory 
i^^t ^^ Poland and Minot, and its history is largely contained in that of the two 
latter. The Minot part was first settled in 1836, by Dean Andrews, who was shortly 
followed by Peter Thayer, Amos Chapman, Eli Washburne and others. This section 
grew up very rapidly, owing to its fine soil, and the mercantile and manufacturing 
privileges afforded by the river. The Poland section was first settled in 1830, by 
Mr. Jordan, who began to utilize the great timber resources of the region for his 
logging business. He was soon followed by Isaiah Perkins and others. The Little 
Androscoggin runs through the town, dividing it in two, and from the beginning has 
been a great advantage and stimulator of growth. Since the Grand Trunk Railway 
was built, running through the village, growth in all directions has been very marked. 
The expansion of business interests in the last few decades has been continuous and 
rapid, as the great water privileges and other local attractions have become more 
widely known. At the present time the leading business enterprises are in the line 
of canned goods, paper manufacturing, bricks, novelties, confectionery, corn packing 
carriages, tools, machines, steam engines and boilers, beside the retail trade in dry 
and staple articles. The present local government is divided between that of Poland 
and Minot, the nucleus and center of the commercial interests of this locality being 
situated at Mechanic Falls. E'er Minot section the following were in 1888 the town 
officers : Selectman, O. N. Bailey ; Town Clerk and Treasurer, C. H. Dwinall. For the 
Poland section: Selectman, Charles E. Stevens; Town Clerk, Treasurer and Col- 
lector, Zenas Lane, There are two churches in Mechanic Falls, one Congregationalist 
and the other Universalist. Tlie religious and benevolent interests of the town are 
carefully and generously supported and provided for. The educational interests also 



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267 



receive the thorough and adequate attention they deserve, the schools being main- 
tained at a high standard, and having a wide reputation for their efficiency and 
success. The town, also, has two lawyeis, who take charge of the legal affairs of this 
vicinity. The sanitary condition of the town is exceptionally good, and the great 




VIEW OF THE FALLS, 
natural advantages which Mechanic Falls possesses render its business success and 
advancement assured. As its opportunities and attractions become more widely 
known to the business men of New England, it is sure to increase what is already 
widely admitted, that it is among the most prominent and promising of the progres- 
sive, enterprising towns and villages of Androscoggin County. 

Since the War the material progress of the town has been continuous and marked. 
The business interests of the town have been developed and now promise richer 
returns in the immediate future. The water-power of the town is good and will 
admit of large development beyond the pi'esent need and utilization. All the depart- 
ments of the town life are vigorously and well conducted, the local government and 
officials are characterized by efficiency and reliability ; all measures for local improve- 
ment are rapidly and thoroughly executed. The sanitary condition of the town is 
most satisfactory, the educational interests are also administered with customary care 
and good results, and the social life of the town is characterized by the purity, refine- 
ment and hospitality of the ideal New England town. The religious life is also active 
and successfully engaged in every kind of good work. 



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The town offers many attractions to the summer visitor. Situated in one of the qui- 
etest and most beautiful regions of the State, easily reached by railroad, with all the 
facilities of the post-oiBce service, pure country air, and other advantages, it presents 
the conveniences of city life in union with those of the country. Its streets are 
broad and shady, the surrounding country full of charming retreats and able to pro- 
vide plenty of occupation for the rod and gun. The rates are of the moderate type, 
and we cannot doubt, as the annual tide of summer visitors over the Garden State 
increases, a larger number of thera will come this way. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



MECHA^NIC FA-LLS. 



J. A. Bucknam & Co., Dealers in Dry 
Goods, Clothing, Boots and Shoes, Fancy Goods, 
Trimmings, Room Paper, Carpets, Hats, Caps, 
Gent's Furnishing Goods, Groceries, Crockery, 
Flour, Pianos, Organs, Sewing Machines and 
Fire Insurance, Mechanic Falls. In reviewing 
the many industries of the New England States, 
we have never found so large a business con- 
ducted by one firm in a town of this size as that 
known as J. A. Bucknam & Co., of Mechanic 
Falls. Their business is so extensive and is 
divided into so many branches that to give each 
department the extended notice it deserves, 
would require more space than we have at our 
disposal ; we will, however, endeavor to give a 
brief description of the various departments, 
trusting that those who visit the place will in- 
spect the many bargains offered in detail. The 
business was started in 1843. by Mr. J. A. Buck- 
nam, and in 1863 Mr. F. H. Cobb became a 
partner with Mr. Bucknam, under the firm- 
name of J. A. Bucknam & Cobb; but in 1864 
Mr. H. L. Jones was admitted, and the firm- 
name changed to Bucknam, Cobb & Co. In 
1869 Mr. Cobb retired and C. H. Dwinal, Joseph 
and W. B. Bucknam were admitted, under the 
firm-name of J. A. Bucknam & Co., which style 
has continued to the present time. In 1870 Mr. 
Jones retired and Mr. E. A. Gammon, the pres- 
ent junior partner of the concern, who has 
almost entire charge of the vast business, en- 
tered the firm. Mr. Joseph Bucknam died in 
1870, and in 1879 C. H. Dwinal and W. B. Buck- 
nam retired. Mr. Gammon had been with the 
house previous to becoming a partner — since 
1861 — and has an intimate knowledge of every 
detail of the business. The store on Main St., 
is a large brick building, and is divided into 
several departments. The stock of Dry Goods 
to be found here is very extensive, and com- 
prises all the new goods as fast as they appear 
in the Boston or New York markets. A full 
line of Fancy Goods, Trimmings, etc., is also 
carried, and should the article desired not be in 



in stock the firm are pleased to procure it at 
short notice. Mr. Gammon makes frequent 
trips to Boston, and is often enabled to offer 
new bargains. Boots, Shoes, Hats and Caps, 
Custom and Ready-Made Clothing and Gent's 
Furnishing Gqpds, are also carried in great va- 
riety, at city prices. In the basement a fine 
assortment of Choice Family Groceries and 
Crockery is kept. An Insurance Agency is es- 
tablished for the convenience of those wishing 
to place insurance in reliable companies, and 
policies are written in the North British and 
Mercantile of London, and the Home of New 
York. Those who are furnishing a house will 
find Carpets, Wall Paper, Pianos, Organs and 
Sewing Machines, all sold on very reasonable 
terms, and part pay taken in work if desired. 
Speaking of work reminds us that we have not 
alluded to the principal business carried on by 
this firm — the Manufacture of Ready-Made 
Clothing. Recognizing the fact that there were 
many ladies in the surrounding towns who had 
time at their disposal in addition to their house- 
hold duties, they determined to offer them re- 
munerative employment. They therefore be- 
gan in a small way the manufacture of Ready- ' 
Made Clothing for Boston houses, and from a 
small beginning the business now requires four 
double teams, which carry the cloth (and call- 
ing for it when put together) to upwards of 1,000 
houses, scattered throughout Oxford, Andro- 
scoggin and Cumberland Counties. In addition 
to this force employed in their own homes, Mr. 
Bucknam & Co. have a three-story factory run 
by steam power, where the pressing, finishing 
and packing of Clothing is done. They manu- 
facture 100,000 garments a year, and do an an- 
nual business of about $100,000. Both mem- 
bers of the firm are well-known and represent- 
ative citizens. Mr. Bucknam has been Repre- 
sentative to the Legislature and has been prom- 
inent in town affairs, holding many offices. 
Both he and Mr. Gammon are members of the 
Masons and Odd Fellows. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MECHANIC FALLS. 



D. B. Perry, Manufacturer and Dealer in 
Furniture, Carpeting, Picture Frames, Guns, 
Revolvers, Ammunition, etc.. Coffins, Caskets, 
and Burial Robes, constantly on hand. Mechanic 
Falls. When a man marries and "settles down" 
as it is called, it soon becomes apparent to him 
that truly "there is no place like home." To 
make his home as pleasant, cheerful and com- 
fortable as his circumstances will allow, should 
be the aim of every good citizen, and it is really 
surprising to see how much can be done in this 
"way, even by a person of very small income. 
House Furnishings were never so cheap as they 
now are, and if a little patience and determina- 
tion be exercised, even a small sum of money 
can be made to go a sui-prisingly long way. Of 
course you must make your purchases at the 
right kind of an establishment if you wish to 
get genuine bargains, but there is but little 
danger of the residents of Mechanic Falls going 
to the wrong place, for the store conducted by 
Mr. D. B. Perry is too well known to be passed 
by. This enterprise was established twenty- 



eight years ago under the title of Perry & Mer- 
rill, and has been under the sole control of Mr. 
Perry for many years. The premises occupied 
by him comprises three floors each 50x50 feet in 
dimensions, and is one of the most popular in 
this vicinity, for the people have discovered that 
very superior inducements to purchasers are 
here presented, and they are not at all backward 
in taking advantage of the same. Furniture, 
Carpeting and House Furnishing goods in gen- 
eral are on hand in such variety that nobody 
can fail to find what they want somewhere 
about the store. Picture B>ames, Guns, Ammu- 
nition, etc.. Coffins, Caskets, and Burial Robes 
are constantly on hand, and the prices quoted 
in all departments are as low as it is possible 
on reliable and standard goods. Mr. Perry is a 
native of Turner, Maine, and well known 
throughout this section. Was representative 
at Augusta, and is Treasurer of Masonic Relief 
Order; also a prominent member of the Odd 
Fellows, Knight Templars and Knights of Py- 
thias. 




J. A. BUCKNAM & CO., 



Agents, 



Mechanic Falls, Maine. 






LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MECHANIC FALLS. 



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J". C. Walker, Apothecary, Mechanic Falls. 
There are certain lines of business in which en- 
terprise and energy are more highly regarded 
than reliability, and which maybe carried on to 
about equal advantage by almost anybody pos- 
sessing the attributes mentioned; but there are 
others in which reliability ranks first, and 
which the public ask regarding those engaged 
in them, not are they enterprising or "smart," 
but are they strictly reliable? Occupying a 
most prominent position among such business 
enterprises stands that of the Apothecai-y, and 
it must be admitted that while energy and 
shrewdness are excellent things to put into en- 
terprise, still there are other qualities that must 
be held superior to them when the handling and 
sale of medicines and drugs are concerned. If 
there is one Apothecary store in Mechanic Falls 
that is worthy of and which receives the confi- 
dence of the public, it is that conducted by Mr. 
J. C. Walker. This establishment which is lo- 
cated on Main Street, was founded by its pres- 
ent proprietor in 1S7S who for ten years previous 
had occupied a store in another part of the 
village. This fine block is built of brick with 
granite front, is four stories high, the interior 
of the store being finished in ash and walnut. 
Mr. Walker is a native of Kenuebunk, York 
County, Maine, and is well known throughout 
this community as a thoroughly reliable Apoth- 
ecary. For over twenty years Mr. Walker has 
discharged the difiicultand delicate duties of his 
position to the satisfaction of all with whom he 
has had to deal, The premises occupied cover 
an area of 2.5x4-5 feet, and employment is given 
to two capable and thoroughly skilled assistants ; 
and so peifect are the facilities at hand for the 
putting up of prescriptions, and so large and 
complete is the assortment of drugs, chemicals, 
etc., on hand that no Apothecary in Mechanic 
Falls is better able to undertake the filling of 
such orders. A fine stock of Fancy Goods and 
Toilet Articles are also carried, and all patrons 
are served in a prompt and polite manner. Mr. 
Walker also runs a Drug Store in Biddeford, at 
221 Main Street, in which, as at his Mechanic 
Falls establishment, a fine and complete stock 
is carried. 



O. B. & C. H. Dwinal, Dealers in Ready- 
Made Clothing, Hats, Caps, Gent's Furnishing 
Goods, Boots, Shoes, Rubbers, Wall Papers, etc., 
Mechanic Falls. Within the last ten years the 
cost of clothing has been very materially de- 
creased in this country, and without entering 
into a discussion of the cause of this state of 
affairs, we may say that the enterprise and ener- 
gy of clothing retailers have had much to do 
with it. Among Mechanic Falls dealers there 
is none more deservedly popular than Messrs. 
O. B. & C. H. Dwinal. The enterprise conduct- 
ed by them was inaugurated ten years ago, and 
has been under their continuous management 
since its inception. Messrs. O. B. & C. H. Dwi- 
nal are both natives of Minot, Maine, well 
known and highly respected througout this 
community, Mr. O. 13. Dwinal being a Constable 
and Collector, and Mr. C. H. Dwinal, Town 
Clerk, Treasurer, and member of the Odd Fel- 
lows. The business premises occupied by them 
cover an area of 30x50 feet, and a stock is car- 
ried such as only gentlemen of their experience 



and ability could get together. It includes 
about everything in the line of Men's Furnish- 
ings, the more prominent items being Ready- 
Made Clothing, Hats, Caps, Boots Shoes, Rub- 
bers, etc., also a full line of Room Papers are 
constantly kept on hand, and the prices of all 
goods handled are put away down to the lowest 
notch, and no pains spared to give every pur- 
chaser complete satisfaction. The most fastidi- 
ous dressers will not regret making Messrs. 
Dwinal a call, for their goods are not only low 
in price but fasionable in cut and make, and are 
warranted to prove as represented every time. 



The Elms, H. S. Jordan, Proprietor. Sit- 
uated Near the Depot, Heated by Steam, Liv- 
ery Connected, Mechanic Falls. It would be 
well if all our hotels were run on the same gen- 
eral principles that characterize the manage- 
ment of The Elms for if this were the case, 
traveling would be robt)eu cf Iiaii its terrors 
and life would be a hundred per cent more en- 
joyable for those whom business calls '"upon 
the road;" and by the vvay, when you see trav- 
eleis patronizing a certain house almost exclu- 
sively, you can make up your mind without 
further investigation that thnt is one of the very 
best hotels in that section, for Commercial men 
make a science of traveling and what they don't 
know about the hotel accommodations on their 
routes, is not worth knowing. The Elms is 
carried on by H. S. Jordan, who is one of the 
best-known and most popular men in Mechanic 
Fails. He was employed in various capacities 
at the Block Island hotels for ten seasons, hav- 
ing learned the hotel business at that place, 
was engaged as clerk at the leading hotels there 
also at Hamilton Hotel, Washington, D. C. He 
is ever solicitous as to the comfort of his guests 
and is ever ready to heed any reasonable sug- 
gestion that will tend to enhance their enjoy- 
ment. The Elms has accommodations for sixty 
guests. The rooms are large and elegantly fur- 
nished, and are conveniently and pleasantly 
arranged, and heated by steam, the various 
apartments being kept in most excellent con- 
dition and everything in and about the prem- 
ises showing prosperity and thrift. The table 
i^ supplied with the best that the market 
; affords at all seasons, and the employment of 
c:ipable assistants enables orders to be promptly 
filled, while uniform courtesy is shown to all. 
Tlie Elms has a fine lawn in front and is pleas- 
antly situated, near the depot. A well-ap- 
pointed Livery Stable is maintained in con- 
nection with the establishment. The Elms is, 
beyond doubt, one of the most deservedly pop- 
ular public houses in this section of the State. 
The terms are very moderate, and many a hotel 
charging much higher rates gives much less 
satisfactory accommodations. Mr. Jordan is a 
member of the Knights of Pythias. 

Waterman & Jordan, Feed, Sale, Board- 
ing and Livery Stable, also connected with the 
Elms Hotel, Pleasant Street, Mechanic Falls. 
There are not a few Boarding and Livery 
Stables in this vicinity which bear an excellent 
reputation, and we have no desire to exalt one 
at the expense of others; but still we may at 
least say that we know of none more deserving 
of the liberal patronage it receives than that 



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conducted by Messrs Waterman & Jordan, on 
Pleasant Street. This Stable was established 
in 1875, and is excellently appointed, and is so 
carried on that the proprietors can be assured 
that their patrons are having their interests 
carefully looked after. They employ trust- 
worthy men, and as they give close personal at- 
tention to the details of their business, they are 
in a position to at once detect and remedy any 
carelessness or wrong doing. Some valuable 
horses are quartered at this stable, and their 
owners speak in the highest terms of the ac- 
commodations given. Messrs. Waterman & 
Jordan are moderate in their prices, and any 
special directions concerning the diet or treat- 
ment of a certain horse will be conscientiously 
observed. Fifteen fine livery teams are owned 
by the proprietors, and those wishing to hire a 
turn-out will find what they want at this popu- 
lar establishment. Mr. Waterman is a member 
of the Grand Army, and both members of the 
firm are highly respected throughout Mechanic 
Falls and vicinity. 



Dirigo Laundry, D. B. Morse, Proprietor. 
Main Street. Mechanic Falls. The time has 
gone by when it was necessary to explain why 
people should patronize a public Laundry; such 
establishments have most certainly come to 
stay and the best reasons that can be given for 
their success, are that they fill a place that can 
be filled in no other way, and turn out work 
that proves its superiority by its appearance. 
Of course we are speaking of the first-class 
laundries, those that are intelligently and liber- 
ally managed for an example of this type, we 
need go no further than the widely-known 
Dirigo Laundry, of which Mr. D. B. Morse is 
the proprietor. This popular enterprise is lo- 
cated on Main Street, Mechanic Falls, Me., and 
since 188.5, has been under the able manage- 
ment of its present proprietor. Many of our 
readers are doubtless familiar with the kind of 
work done here, and hence need no arguments 
to persuade them to patronize the establish- 
ment, but to others, we would say that no bet- 
ter work is done anywhere, and that the prices 
are as low as the lowest. The continual in- 
crease of business since Mr. Morse became man- 
ager of this Laundry, speaks of his ability to do 
first-class work better than we can. He has 
agents in the following places, where work can 
be left each week and returned without extra 
charges, the same as though it was left at the 
Laundry. Hebron, F. A. McCann or F. R. 
Glover; Buckfield, Stanley Bisbee; Canton, N. 
Reynold, (druggist); Dixfield, F. H. Keene; 
Welch ville, Roscoe Staples; and once in two 
weeks at West Paris, N. G, HoUis; Island Pond, 
Vt., C. A. Voile or J. C. Rawson, (druggist), 
in places where he has no agent work by mail 
or express will receive prompt attention, and 
will be returned the same week if arriving be- 
fore Thursday. The work is all done by hand 
and is done about the same as if it were done at 
your own house. All ladies work is under the 
entire charge of lady assistants. Clothes in 
fair weather are all dried out of doors, which 
makes them look better and is more healthful, 
than though they were dried by steam and 
under cover. 



L. J. Morton, Dealer in Fruit, Confection- 
ery, Cigars. Tobacco, etc., West End Bridge, 
Mechanic Falls. There is no possible harm in 
eating fruit provided it be ripe and in good con- 
dition, but on the contrary it may often be the 
greatest benefit to the health if used with the 
prudence and common sense, thatshould charac- 
terize the actions of all sensible people. More 
and more quantities of fruit are being consumed 
every year, and the demand is one that shows 
no signs of diminution, although the tendency 
is to require the furnishing of the choicest va- 
rieties as the public become more acquainted 
with them. As good a place to procure any- 
thing of this kind as is to be found in this vicin- 
ity is the establishment conducted by Mr. L. J. 
Morton, and located at the West End of the 
bridge. This gentleman does not deal in fruit 
alone, but also handles a superior assortment of 
Confectionery, Cigars, Tobacco, etc. This en- 
terprise was originally established and man- 
aged by Mr. C. B. Adams, and later by E. J. 
Marston, and in 1885 the present proprietor, Mr. 
L. J. Morton, assumed the conti'ol of the busi- 
ness and soon attained a considerable patron- 
age, which has rapidly developed as the merits 
of his goods become more generally known. 
One floor is occupied of the dimensions of 14x25 
feet, and capable and polite assistants are em- 
ployed. Mr. Morton was born in Poland, Maine, 
and is well known in this vicinity. Those fond 
of fruit and confectionery should visit his estab- 
lishment, as he always carries a choice and 
fresh assortment of both, as well as the best 
brands of foreign and domestic Cigars and To- 
bacco, and smokers' articles in general. 



Hiram Perkins, Boarding and Livery 
Stable, Mechanic Falls. The first problem and 
indeed the most important one that confronts 
him who would maintain a private equipage, is, 
"where shall my horse and caniage be kept?" 
for of course in the majority of instances it is 
quite out of the question to think of keeping 
them on one's own premises. Every one at 
all acquainted with hoi-ses, knows that not only 
the comfort of the animal, but also the enjoy- 
ment of his master depends in a great measure 
on the way in which the horse' is fed and other- 
wise cared for, and therefore, as we say, the 
question of how to secure to him proper treat- 
ment and food becomes of paramount impor- 
tance. There are doubtless many reliable estab- 
lishments in Mechanic Falls where horses and 
carriages will be properly used, but we are sure 
that there are none in which more pains are 
taken to satisfy patrons than in that conducted 
by Mr. Hiram Perkins. This enterprise was in- 
augurated over twenty-five years ago, and has 
met with a high degree of appreciation, for the 
honorable and liberal methods of the proprietor 
quickly became manifest and the result is a 
large and growing business. Mr. Perkins is a 
prominent member of the Odd Fellows having 
been through the encampment. He is well 
known as a good judge of a horse and as a man 
who will not stand by and see one abused if he 
is able to prevent it. The premises occupied 
measure 92x38 feet, there being accommoda- 
tions for a large number of horses and carriages. 



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J. W. Penney & Sons, 

Engineers and Machinists, Man- 
ufacturers of Steam Engines 
and General Machinery, Me- 
chanic Falls. The present cen- 
tury is clearly and distinctly 
the century of steam and steam 
machinery, whether the 20tli 
will be the century of electri- 
cal machinery, remains to be 
seen. That the evolutions of 
the steam engine has played an 
all important part in the devel- 
opments of our present civiliz 
ation, cannot be doubted, con- 
sidering the fact that steam 
machinery has made our mod- 
ern cities and large business en- 
terprises an established certain- 
ty. The history of a represen- 
tative manufacture of steam en- 
gines possesess peculiar interest. 
Such an establishment is that 
of J. W. Penney & Sons of 
this town; founded in 1872, it 
has grown to its present mag- 
nitude, by the reputation it has 
established for fiist-class ma- 
chinery. The materials used 
in the construction, and care 
taken that every piece of ma- 
chinery, engine or boiler com- 
ing from this house shall be 
found perfect and durable, has 
resulted in the present large 
business which gives employ- 
ment to a large number of ex- 
perienced men. The works 
consist of a machine shop, blacksmith 
shop, foundry, pattern shop, pattern 
house, storehouses, etc. Each de- 
partment is supplied with all the 
facilities and modern tools neces- 
sary to produce first-class work. A 
thorough test only establishes moie 
firmly the value of the engines com- 
ing from these works, and the large 
number of them now running in dif- 
ferent parts of the xjountry, is the 
best testimonials to the appreciation 
they have received. All classes of 
engines are manufactured here and 
are classed as follows: — horizontal, 
upright, portable and yacht, phun 
slide valves and automatic. They 
also manufacture passenger and 





steam Pump. 

IS 



Automatic ^levator Hoist. 

freight elevators with automatic safety appli- 
ances. Finley paper cutters, heavy paper ma- 
chinery, shafting, pulleys, hangers, etc. The 
firm handles Allen & Sons boilers and the Wain- 
wright Mnfg. goods exclusively in this State and 
are agents for all first-class steam engitieerincf 
appliances. The business was established by 
Mr. J. W. Penney, in 1872, the firm assuming the 
present title by the admission of Messrs. A. R. 



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and S. R. Penney in 1S84. Mr. J. W, Penney 
is a native of New Gloucester, Me., A. R. Pen- 
ney was born in Minot, and Mr. S. R. Pen- 
ney in Poland. They are all well and favora- 
bly known as representative manufacturers. 



M. IV. Royal & Co., Manufacturers and 
Dealers in Chocolate and Confectionery, Me- 
chanic Falls. As fine an example of a business 
enterprise, having a gradual, sustained and 
extensive growth, as we know of in this vicin- 
ity, is that afforded by the undertaking con- 
ducted by Messrs. M. N. Royal & Co. This 
firm ranks with the leading manufucturers of 
Chocolate and Confectionery in Maine, and 
have gained their present prominent position 
from small beginnings, the enterprise being in- 
augurated in 1880. The premises utilized are 
located on Eim Street, and comprise one floor 
and a basement, each 32x70 feet in dimensions, 
being admirjibly adapted to the carrying on of 
the extensive Wholesale and Retail business 
transacted, which necessitates the services of 
four skilled assistants and a double team on the 
road. These facilities, taken in connection 
with the other advantages enjoyed, and the en- 
terprising business methods employed, put the 
firm in a position to successfully meet all com- 
petition, and push its specialties with vigor and 
to the complete satisfaction of customers. The 
individual members of the firm are M. N. and 
C. W. Royal, both natives of Danville, Maine, 
and well-known in this community, and bear 
an hnuorable and enviable reputation for the 
invariable employment of stiictly legitimate 
business methods as well as for the accuracy 
and promptitude with which orders intrusted 
to them are filled. This firm should certainly 
be able to produce a standard article as low as 
any house in the business, for they have the 
facilities and the experience, and the will is 
assuredly not lacking. Mr. M. N. Royal is 
Constable and a member of the I. O. of G. T., 
and Mr. C. W. Royal is a member of the Free 
Masons. 



ket can make it. Mr. Bridge also runs a large 
Boarding House, and has earned the gratitude 
of his patrons by making it a rule to supply 
them with the best of food, well-cooked, and 
no efforts are spared to make the service as 
prompt and efficient as the food is acceptable. 
Mr. Bridge carries a fine assortment of Fruits, 
Confectionery and Cigars. Very low rates are 
charged and it would be hard to find similar 
establishments in Mechanic Falls more truly 
worthy of patronage and appreciation. Mr. 
Bridge is well-known in social as well as busi- 
ness circles, being a member of the Knights of 
Labor and Grand Army. 



W. C. Bridgre, Dining Room, also Dealer in 
Fruits, Confectionery and Cigars, Mechanic 
Falls. Mechanic Falls is known as one of the 
most active and most enterprising communities 
in the State, and her merchants are celebrated 
for their readiness to adopt uniform meth- 
ods and their desire to give their customers 
every possible accommodation, so that to excel 
in any line of business amid such surround- 
ings, is a difficult task, but when sucli superior 
excellence has been altained, it should certainly 
he given due appreciation; and, therefore, we 
take great pleasure in commending to the at- 
tention of our readers, the establishments of 
which Mr. W. C. Bridge is the proprietor. The 
Dining Room conducted by this gentleman is 
justly entitled to the leading position it is gen- 
erally accorded. The premises occupied as a 
Dining Room cover an area of 1.5x.50 feet, and 
three competent assistants are employed, there 
being facilities at hand to give customers 
prompt and polite attention at all times, while 
the bill of fare is as varied as the wide experi- 
ence of the proprietor and the state of the mar- 



Poland Paper Co., Mills at Mechanic 
Falls. Me., Manufacturers of News, Fine M. F. 
Book, Extra S. C Book Papers. Treasurer's 
Office, 24 Plum Street, Portland. Me. Among 
the various interests which diversify the in- 
dustries of Mechanic Falls, none deserves more 
prominent mention than that of the manu- 
facture of Paper. It is one that gives employ- 
ment to a large number of operatives, and in 
many ways forms an important item in estimat- 
ing the manufacturing and commercial import- 
ance of this enterprising and thriving town. 
The Paper Mills are located on the river. They 
are very spacious, and are admirably equipped 
with all the latest improved appliances, appa- 
ratus and machinery necessary for the syste- 
matic conduct of the business. Upwards of 
three hundred hands are employed in the vari- 
ous departments, and the total daily capacity 
of the mills is several tons. The officers of the 
company are gentlemen widely known and 
highlj'^ regarded in manufacturing and financial 
circles for their sound business principles, in- 
tegrity and ability. Mr. C. R. Milliken being 
also prominently identified with the Portland 
Rolling Mill and the celebrated White Moun- 
tain Hotel, the Glen House. 



F. H. McDonald Co.,Dealer in Choice Fam- 
ily Groceries, Mechanic Falls. Among the many 
Grocery Dealers, Mr. F. H. McDonald occupies 
a prominent and leading position. Success 
seems to have attended the store from the first. 
That the articles sold are choice is proved by 
the character of the trade, and that the prices 
are reasonable is shown by the manner in 
which he has not only held his own, but con- 
stantly augmented the trade in spite of the 
sharp and enterprising competition which he 
is naturally obliged to meet. Assistants are on 
hand to attend to the wants of customers, and 
they will be found active, intellitrent and oblig- 
ing by all who have dealings with them. The 
goods in stock are very tastefully arranged in 
the store, and exquisite neatness is the rule 
tiuoughout the establishment. Groceries of 
of all kinds are received fresh daily, among 
which will be found Choice Teas. Coffees, 
Spices, Sugar, etc. It is safe to assert that this 
is one of the most popular stores of its kind in 
town, and we prophesy a brilliant future for 
the house if it continues under the fine man- 
agement it now enjoys. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



SOUTH PA.RIS 



OUTH Paris is the most prominent section of the town of Paris, the county 
seat of Oxford County. It it reached by the Grand Trunk R. R,, and is the 
commercial and social center of this part of the State. The whole town comprises 
about seventy-two square miles. The surface of the country is uneven, with large 
hills and fertile valleys intermingled. Streaked Mountain is the highest eminence in 
this vicinity ; there are, also, numerous other high hills in the town, among which 
are Spruce, Jump-off, South Singlepole, Cable and Number Four. The Little Andro- 
scoggin river runs through the town, and in the southern part, well-known as South 
Paris, Stony Brook, a stream with considerable power, flows into the former. The 
scenery throughout this region is very beautiful and diversified. The town itself is a 
model of a quiet country town, with its broad, elm-arched streets with many spacious 
and elegant residences along them, and opening out into delightful regions on every 
side. Every enjoyment and advantage of country can be obtained here, and it is 
becoming very popular with discerning summer visitors. 

South Paris is more essentially the business portion and is rapidly developing into 
the activity and proportions of a city. It is reached by the Norway branch of the 
Grand Trunk. It has a large supply of water-power and offers many advantages to 
manufactures which have been more recognized in recent years. As a result, its 
business interests have been, and are continually expanding. They chiefly consist 
now of flouring and lumber mills, barrel-machinery making, iron foundries, machine 
shops, and retail lines of staple goods. The enterprise of South Parisians has been 
the great element in the development of the material interests of the town and has 
proved a most efficient kind of capital. 

South Paris has had a long and interesting history. The township was granted 
to Capt. Joshua Fuller of Watertown, and sixty-four privates of his company, in 1771, 
for gallant services during the French and Indian Wars. The first settlement was 
made in 1779, on Paris Hill, by John Daniels, John Willis, Joseph Willis, Benjamin 



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Hammond, Lieut. Jackson and Uriah Ripley, all from Middleborough, Mass. Daniels 
payed the Indians in the vicinity an iron kettle for about all the land now contained 
in the town. In 1795 the First Church, the Calvinist Baptist, was organized here 
and its first meeting-house was erected in 1803. The first pastor was Elder James 
Hooper of Berwick. In 1793 the place was incorporated as a township, under the 
present name, and when Oxford was organized in 1850, it was made a shire town. 
The town was intensely interested and honorably represented in the War of 1812, 




SQUARE IN SOUTH PARIS 
IN 1889. 



the Mexican War and the gre.it Civil War. It was the birth-place and early resi- 
dence of Hon. Hannib.il Hamlin, Governor of Maine, United States Senator and Vice- 
President under Lincoln. The Hon. Sidney Perham, prominent in State and 
National politics, also resides here. Among the town's other prominent citizens have 
been Hons. Leon Hubbard, A. K. Paris, Enoch Lincoln, Thos. J. Carter, Rufus K. 
Gooflenovv and Charles Andrews. Few other places in the State have had the honor 
of having so many governors of Maine, it having had four. The local officers for the 
past year were the following: South Paris Village Corporation; A. C. T. King, 
Clerk; N. D. Bolster, E. F. Stone, F. A. Thayer, Assessors; H. W. Bolster, Treas- 
urer; E. ShurtlefF, Chief Engineer. The town has made most progress since the 
War. The population in 1870 Avas 2,065; in 1880, 2,930; the valuation in 1870 was 
$977,985; in 1880, $985,274. At the present time the population is a little over three 
thousand, and the valuation over a million. 

South Paris has always been greatly interested in educational matters. One of 
the earliest and best institutions of its kind in the State was the Oxford Normal Insti- 
tute, which is still flourishing and enjoys a high reputation. The other schools are 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SOUTH PARIS. 



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also admirably conducted and liberally supported. In religious interests also the 
town is well represented, having one church each of the Baptist, Congregationalist 
and Methodist denominations. In all benevolent and charitable work the greatest 
care and generosity are shown. The townspeople have a great reputation for hospi- 
tality, and the town is well known through the State as a social center. Both in the 
summer and winter seasons there is much social activity, and the town is a most 
delightful place to visit. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



SOUTH PARIS, ME. 



Paris Manufacturing- Company, Geo. 
B. Crockett, Treasurer; O. A. Maxim, Agent. 
Manufacturers of Children's Sleds and Sleighs, 
The Comet Toboggan, Boys' Carts, Wagons, 
Wheelbarrows, etc.; also folding Laundry 
Benches, Tables and Chairs, Step Ladders, The 
Garfield Cot Bed, etc.. South Paris. One of the 
most extensive and important enterprises car- 
ried on in the State of Maine, is that conducted 
in this town by the Paris Manufacturing Com- 
pany. This Company was transferred to its 
present quarters in 1885, it having been started 
in West Sumner, Maine, in I860, by Mr. H. F. 
Morton. The President, Mr. George A. Wilson, 
is a well-known man of affairs, who has served 
in the Legislature and as Judge of Probate, and 
who has been Treasurer of the South Paris 
Savings Bank since its organization. Mr. Geo. 
B. Crockett, the Treasurer of the Company, is 
also a leading citizen. Among the more impor- 
tant articles produced, may be mentioned Cliil- 
dren's Sleds and Sleighs, the Comet Toboggan, 
Boys' Carts, Wagons, Wheelbarrows, etc., togeth- 
er with Folding Laundry Benches, Tables and 
Chairs, Step Ladders, etc. One of the most pop- 
ular products of the company is the famous 
Garfield Cot Bed, this having gone into general 
use, not only on account of the ingenuity of its 
design, but also by reason of the thoroughness 
of its constrstruction — this being a distinguish- 
ing characteristic of all the company's manu- 
factures. An exclusively wholesale business is 
done, and goods are shipped far and wide, one 
branch ofiice being maintained in Boston, at 
No. 151 Congress Street, and another in New 
York, at No. 21 Park Place. Dealers report a 
brisk and increasing demand for the various 
products of the company, and it is gratifying 
to note this as an instance of the public's ap- 
preciation of goods made from selected mater- 
ial in a thoroughly workmanlike fashion. The 
annual sales amount to some $125,000, and em- 



ployment is given to 150 assistants, lOOhorse- 
power being required to drive the machinery in 
use. The company are prepared to fill orders 
at the shortest notice, for their facilities are 
unsurpassed, and goods can be furnished at 
the lowest market rates. 



N. Dayton Bolster, Dealer in Dry Goods, 
Groceries, Ci-ockery, Wall Papers, Paints, Oils, 
etc., South Paris. An establishment which is 
clearly entitled to a position among the lead- 
ing and representative houses of this section, is 
that conducted by Mr. N. Dayton Bolster. This 
gentleman has carried on the enterprise in ques- 
tion since 1871, it having been founded by his 
father, Mr. Otis C. Bolster. The present pro- 
prietor is a native of Ilumford, Maine, and is 
connected with both the Odd Fellows and the 
Good Templars. He is personally one of the 
best known of our merchants, and has held the 
position of Town Treasurer for eleven years. Mr. 
Bolster carries on a very large business, invol- 
ving a vast amount of detail, and requiring un- 
usual skill and intelligence to manage it success- 
fully. The premises occupied comprise one 
floor and a basement, and their dimensions are 
100x35 feet. So varied is the stock on hand that 
it would be idle for us to attempt to mention 
the almost iimumerable goods contained in it, 
but it includes Dry Goods, Groceries, Crockery, 
Wall Paper, Paints, Oils, etc., and will be found 
as desirable as it is varied. Mr. Bolster is a 
careful and far-seeing buyer, and his experience 
enables him to judge very accurately what his 
customers need. The many fashionable novel- 
ties to be found among his Dry and Fancy 
Goods, show that he keeps a sharp eye upon the 
market, and equal enterprise is exhibited in 
keeping all the other departments fully up to 
the times. Prices are placed as low as the mar- 
ket will allow, and three competent assistants 
are at hand to serve customers promptly. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF SOUTH PABIS. 



F. C. Briggs, Tea and Coffee Store, Dealer 
in Flour, Groceries, Meats and Provisions, 
Fruit, Tobacco and Cigars, Hides, Tallow, etc.. 
Manufacturer of Sausage, South Paris. There 
is no better place in South Paris or vicinity at 
which to obtain household supplies, than at the 
store of Mr. F. C. Briggs, for there may be found 
as full an assortment of Family Stores as is to 
be seen in these parts, and the prices quoted are 
always as low as the lowest. Among the more 
important goods carried in stock may be men- 
tioned Flour, Groceries, Meats and Provisions; 
and Fruit; Tobacco and Cigars are also exten- 
sively dealt in. Mr. Briggs is a manufacturer 
of Sausages, and also carries on a Fish Market, 
so that his facilities for furnishing food supplies 
of all kinds are very hard to match. fie is 
largely interested in the live- stock trade and 
deals heavily in Cattle, Sheep, Veal, Calves, 
Hogs, etc., as well as in Hides and Tallow. 
The stock of Choice Family Groceries offered 
by Mr. Briggs includes both fancy and staple 
goods, and gives signs of great care in its selec- 
tion, for it is made up of productions of stand- 
ard merit and is bound to give satisfaction. In 
Teas and Coffees, speciiil inducements are held 
forth, the purity and fineness of the goods be- 
ing beyond suspicion. The rates at which the 
very best brands of Tea and Coffee are offered 
may seem surprisingly low, but it is Mr. Briggs' 
policy to be content with a small profit and to 
thus increase his sales to the fullest possible 
amount. Customers are attended to with cour- 
tesy and promptness, two efficient assistants 
being employed, and orders are assured early 
and accurate delivery. 



S. Richards, Watch Maker and Jeweler; 
Repair Work a Specialty, South Paris. It is 
unfortunate that with the great increase of the 
number of Fine Watches in general use of late 
years, there has not been a corresponding in- 
crease in the number of those capable of re- 
pairing the same, for as matters now are, the 
better a Watch is the more liable its owner is 
to experience difficulty in having it repaired 
properly. That this is a correct statement of 
the case, no one acquainted with the facts will 
dispute, and, therefore, we feel that in direct- 
ing our readers to an establishment where the 
best of work is done in the VVatch Repairing 
line, we are giving them information which 
may save them time, money and trouble. Mr. 
S. Richards, the proprietor of the place to 
which we have reference, is a native of Oxford, 
Maine, and has had a long and varied experi- 
ence in the Repairing of Watches of all kinds. 
He guarantees his work, and those who have a 
fine Watch which is not doing itself justice, or 
which needs attention in any way, will find 
their own interests best served by making Mr. 
Richards an early call. He gives personal and 
special attention to Repairing in all its branch- 
es, and his prices are moderate as his work is 
first-class. Mr. Samuel Richards. Jr., was born 
in Oxford, Maine, July 30, 1832; served three 
years' apprenticeship with Simeon VValton, of 
Norway, and became established at South Paris 
in 1856. Mr. Richards has had thirty-five years' 
experience in fitting Spectacles and Eye Glasses, 
using the most approved method for the detec- 
tion and correction of visual imperfections. He 



I has been called upon at different times to adjust 
a large number of fine Watches for wholesale 
dealers. This delicate work is performed by 
very few workmen. Mr. Richards is very suc- 
cessful in all kinds of AVatch Repairing. The 
Repairing of Jewelry is also skillfully done at 
short notice, and a well-selected assortment of 
Jeweler's Goods is always at hand to choose 
from, together with Watches in Gold, Silver 
and Nickel Cases. Mr. Richards is believed to 
be the only Jeweler in Oxford County who 
served a full term of apprenticeship, and has 
continued in business since 1856. 



F. A. Shurtleflf, Drugs. Medicines, Chem- 
icals, Books, Stationery, Toilet Articles, etc., 
South Paris. An establishment which well- 
deserves special mention in a book intended to 
be distributed among the people, is that carried 
on by Mr. F. A. Shurtleff, at South Paris, for 
this establishment is one of the most reliable 
Pharmacies to be found in South Paris. Mr. 
Shurtleff began business at his isresent location 
in 1887, and has since built up a large trade, 
not only in the immediate vicinity, but also for 
quite a distance around, for the care and skill 
shown in the compounding of Physicians' Pre- 
scriptions (of which a specialty is made) have 
excited no little favorable comment, and has 
resulted in Mr. Shurtleffs name being placed 
among the best-equipped dispensing Chemists 
of this town. He has the assistance of a com- 
petent clerk, and the details of the business are 
most ably managed. One floor, 90x25 feet is 
utilized, and as might be expected where so 
much prominence is given to the Prescription 
Department, an unusually large and varied as- 
sortment of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals 
is carried; also Books, Stationery, Toilet Soap, 
Sponges, Brushes, Combs, Perfumery, etc., etc., 
are to be had here, and as the store is centrally 
located, our readers should make it a point to 
call and test the i-esources of this deserving 
establishment. Mr. Shurtleff is a native of 
South Paris and a prominent member of the 
Odd Fellows. 



A. C. .Tones, Machinist, all kinds of Tools 
and Machinery neatly and promptly repaired, 
dealer in Iron Pipes. Fittings and Valves, 
South Paris. The difficulty of getting Tools 
and Machinery properly repaired at short 
notice, is one that is well-known to every man- 
ufacturer, and it is often the case that serious 
delay and considerable pecuniary loss are 
caused in this same way. It is therefore im- 
portant to know of a shop where a specialty is 
made of Repairing in all its branches, and 
where every effort is made to fill orders not 
only promptly but satisfactorily in other re- 
spects as well. Mr. A. C. Jones began opera- 
tions here in ] 879, and now carries on one of 
the best-equipped establishments of its kind in 
this section. He is a native of Levant, Maine, 
and is acknowledged to be a thorough Mechanic 
who allows no inferior work to leave his shop 
if he can prevent it. Two floors and a base- 
ment are utilized, and all the necessary Machin- 
ery is at hand, ample steam power being avail- 
able. Mr. Jones is very reasonable in his 
charges, and spares no pains to deliver all jobs 



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at the time promised. His work is as neat as 
it is strong and durable, only experienced as- 
sistants being employed. Quite a trade is 
carried on in Iron Pipes, Fittings and Valves; 
these articles being kept on hand in great 
variety, and offered at the lowest market rates. 



C R. Smith, Manufacturer and Repairer of 
Boots and Shoes, South Paris. The first thing 
to do when trying to find a thing is to learn 
where to look for it, and as many of our readers 
are doubtless trying to find reliable Foot Wear 
at bottom prices, we can give them a valuable 
hint by telling them to look among the goods 
made to order by Mr. C. R. Smith, of South 
Paris. This enterprise was started in 1865, by 
Mr. Smith, who formerly conducted an exten- 
sive manufacturing business in Mechanic Falls 
for fourteen years. Mr. Smith is a Vermont man 
by birth, and is well-known in the trade circle 
of this community. He understands the Boot 
and Shoe Manufacturing and Repairing busi- 
ness pretty thoroughly, and the reason why he 
can offer his customers the many unqualified 
bargains that he undoubtedly does in Order 
Work, is simply because he watches the market 
closely, and being acquainted with the true 
value of all standard materials, is in a position 
to know an opening when he sees it, and is 
prompt to take advantage of it. The premises 
utilized are 12x24 feet in size, where are Re- 
paired and made to Order, Boots and Shoes in 
all the fashionable and desirable styles. Cus- 
tomers are given prompt and polite attention, 
and their needs carefully studied, and all tran- 
sactions guaranteed perfectly satisfactory. Mr. 
Smith is a member of the Masonic Order and 
was Post-master at Mechanic Falls for eight 
years under President Buchanan. 



H. X. Bolster, Variety Store and Wholesale 
and Retail Dealer in Country Produce, Market 
Square, South Paris. That it requires special 
ability to successfully carry on a Wholsale and 
Retail Variety Store at a time when competi- 
tion is so sharp as it is nowadays scarcely needs 
demonstration, for even the least observant can 
hardly have failed to notice that the margin of 
profit on Dry Goods and Groceries have been 
reduced to a very low figure, but, however, what 
is the dealers loss is the public gain, and after 
all it is not the enterprising dealers that are 
complaining, but only those who have not the 
energy or the ability to meet the demand of the 
people for reliable goods at low prices. As pop- 
ular an establishment as we know of in this vi- 
cinity devoted to the sale of Dry Goods and Gro- 
ceries, is that carried on by Mr. H. N. Bolster, 
on Market Square, and this popularity is all the 
more noticeable because as this gentleman has 
been in the business since 1864, he must be 
thoroughly well known to the people by this 
time. Mr. Bolster is a native of South Paris, 
Maine, and a member of the Masons. One floor 
is utilized measuring 80x24 feet, and employ- 
ment is afforded to two competent assistants. 
Dry Goods and Groceries of all descriptions are 
constantly carried in stock, and patrons will 
find that Mr. Bolster is excellently well pre- 
pared to supply their wants, and that he ^Us 
goods of standard quality at prices as low as 
can be obtained anywhere. 



S. P. Maxim & Son. Glazed Windows, 
Blinds, Brackets, Molding, Inside Finish and 
Building Material of all Kinds, South Paris. 
This firm began operations here in 1880, doing 
a small business in their line of Builders' Finish 
and General Jobbing, but the demand for their 
work has increased so that from time to time 
it became necessary to enlarge their facilities, 
by adding new machinery and auxiliary steam- 
power, until at present they have one of the 
best factories of the kind in the State, being 
equipped with about twenty-five different ma- 
chines of the most approved kind, the entire 
plant, including storehouses, having about 
11,000 feet floor space. A large business is done 
in the manufacture and sale of Building Ma- 
terial of all kinds, including Doors, Glazed 
Windows, Blinds, Brackets, Moldings and 
Inside Finish; also Glass, Sheathing Paper, 
Window Weights and Builders' Hardware, are 
furnished at lowest market rates. Special at- 
tention is given to Jobbing of all kinds. The 
firm are Agents for the celebrated Cleveland 
Rubber Paint, they having sold over five thou- 
sand gallons, all giving the best satisfaction. 
A book containing colored plates of house ele- 
vations and sample colors, will be mailed to 
any address on application. This firm are quite 
extensive Contractors and Builders, and in 
connection with the manufacturing facilities, 
nave the advantage over most others, and be- 
ing practical Architects and Designers, their 
services are in demand, as the numei'ous edi- 
fices in town will testify. Mr. Maxim, senior, 
has several desirable building lots for sale, and 
those contemplating locating here would do 
well to examine them. The firm consists of S. 
P. Maxim and W, P. Maxim, both of whom are 
natives of Paris; the senior partner being a 
member of the Masonic Order and P. of H., 
while his son is connected with the I. O. O. F. 



Audrew.s House, W. M. Shaw, Proprietor; 
A Good Livery Connected; Free Carriage to 
all Trains; South Paris. A true test of hotel 
keeping is to be found in the atmosphere which 
surrounds the house. If this be comfortable 
and home-like, then success has been attained, 
but if the contrary be the case, then the most 
carefully fitted-up hotel is going to prove a 
failure, no matter how elaborate may be the ac- 
commodations offered. Since Mr. W. M. Shaw 
assumed control of the Andrews House, in 1886, 
that hotel has gained high favor with the pub- 
lic, and we feel confident that such of our read- 
ers as may have experienced that gentleman's 
hospitality will join us in saying that this pop- 
ularity is well deserved. Mr. Shaw is a native 
of Portland, and has already made many friends 
for himself in this vicinity. It is a great advan- 
tage to a community to have a first-class hotel 
in its midst, and the residents of South Paris 
have good reason to be grateful to Mr. Shaw 
for bis unremitting eft'orts to keep such a house 
as shall suit the most fastidious. Elmer E. 
Thomas, the popular and efficient Clerk, is al- 
ways on hand to attend to the wants of guests. 
Mr. Thomas is a Clerk who is universally liked. 
The hotel is a three-story structure and con- 
tains many pleasant and conveniently arranged 
apartments. It is furnished throughout in 
most comfortable style, and the table is one of 



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its chief attractions; being always fully sup- 
plied with the best that the market affords. 
Employment is afforded to six competent and 
accommodating assistants, and guests may de- 
pend upon having their desires promptly at- 
tended to. A strictly first-class Livery is con- 
nected with the establishment and teams may 
be had at all hours at moderate j-i^tes. A free 
carriage is run to all the trains, and the terms 
of the house are liberal and just. 



A. C. Dyer, Dealer in Flour, Groceries, 
Canned Goods, Fruit, Confectionery, Tobacco 
and Cigars, Lime, Hair, Cement. Store oppo- 
site Grand Trunk Ry. Depot, South Paris. 
There are many establishments of a somewhat 
similar character to the one now conducted by 
Mr. A. C. Dyer, located in this viciniy, but 
there are few of them that combine so many 
advantages as the one in question. This view 
of the case is evidently held by many others be- 
sides ourselves, for the business done at this 
establishment is very large and is steadily in- 
creasing at a most gratifying rate. The enter- 
prise in question was first started by Mr. K.Smith 
about twenty-five years ago, and after several 
changes in its management came under the 
control of Mr. A. C. Dyer in 18SS. Such suc- 
cess as he has attained is not gained without 
reason, and if any of our readers are desirous 
of ascertaining the reason why this establish- 
ment is so popular, let them vi.sit the store in 
person and leave a trial order. They will find 
that prompt and polite attention is given to all, 
that the prices are in accordance with the low- 
est market rates, and that the goods are in ev- 
ery instance just what they are represented to 
be. Is it any wonder then that this house is so 
popular? The proprietor, Mr. Dyer, is a native 
of Webb's Mills, Me., and a member of the Odd 
Fellows. He has given his business the most 
careful personal attention from the start, and 
has certainly worked hard enough to amply 
earn even the liberal return he has received. 
The premises occupied consist of one floor and 
a basement, each covering an area of 40x40 
feet, and contain a very heavy and varied stock 
consisting of Flour, Groceries, Canned Goods, 
Fruit, Confectionery, Tobacco and Cigars, Lime, 
Hair and Cement. Efficient and polite assis- 
tants are employed, and orders are delivered 
with accuracy and cue. 



Excelsior Picture Frame Co., Manu- 
facturers and Wholesale Dealers in Every Va- 
riety of Picture Frames, Paintings, Engravings, 
Chromos, Panels, Easels, Fancy Cabinet Ware, 
Stereoscopes and Views, Looking Glasses, etc., 
F. A. Millett, Presiilent, No. 1 Odd Fellows' 
Block, South Paris. But few people really 
know how important it is to have a Frame es- 
pecially adapted to the picture which it is to 
inclose, for the most of us hold that a picture 
is a picture, no matter how it is framed, or in- 
deed, even if it is not framed at all. But no 
observing person can visit an art gallery with- 
out becoming impressed with the variety of 
frames there present. Some pictures are given 
a broad margin of smooth gold, otheis are set 
in narrow but deep frames, while still others 
are framed as simply as possible in natural 
wood. Now there is a reason for all this, and 
it would surprise the visitor to see the change 



that would be made by substituting one frame 
for another. As good a place to study Frames 
and their effects as anywhere, is at the estab- 
lishment carried on by the Excelsior Picture 
Frame Co., near the R. R. depot. Two floors 
are occupied, of the dimensions of 44x20 feet, 
and as both Frames and Pictures of all kinds 
are to be found on the premises, every oppor- 
tunity is had to make satisfactory and in- 
structive tests. This enterprise was inaugur- 
ated by Messrs. Millett & Farrar, in 1884, and 
since 1885 business has been conducted under 
the present style, Mr. F. L. Millett being Pres- 
ident of the Company. He is a native of Nor- 
way and is connected with the Free Masons. 
A beautiful and complete assortment of Paint- 
ings, Engravings, Chromos, Panels, Easels, 
Fancy Cabinet Ware, etc., is kept in stock, and 
Stereoscopes and Views, Looking Glasses, etc., 
are also largely dealt in. Frames of every de- 
scription will be made to order at short notice, 
and the facilities of the company are such that 
it is enabled to confidently guai-antee satisfac- 
tion, both as to work and to prices. 



A. H. Dunliam, Carriage. Sign and Orna- 
mental Painter, Shop near G. T. Ry. Depot, 
South Paris. The large cities, such as New 
York, Boston, Portland, etc., show marked 
changes of late years in the character of their 
signs, and, generally speaking, the more pro- 
gressive and important the business house, the 
more ornamental and striking its sign. Some 
very beautiful work in this line has been turned 
out, and enterprising merchants do well to 
keep up with the procession and show them- 
selves capable of having as handsome a sign as 
anybody. The cost of a large, modern sign is 
considerable, but when well-painted, it is as 
durable as it is handsome, and may be con- 
sidered an excellent investment, for it 
attracts trade and proves that its owner 
is up with the times. Mr. A. H. Dunham 
has done some extremely good work in 
this line, and those who are familiar with 
the tlioroughness with which everything is 
done at his establishment, need not be told that 
his productions are durable as well as beauti- 
ful. He is a native of West Minot, and has 
been located in South Paris since 1S88, having 
removed there from Mechanic Falls, where he 
began operations in 1886. His shop is near the 
Grand Trunk Depot, and is 75x30 feet in dimen- 
sions. Mr. Dunham is connected with the Odd 
Fellows, the Knights of Pythias and the Red 
Men, and is well-known socially as well as in a 
business way. He is prepared to fill orders for 
Carriage, Sign and Ornamental Painting at 
short notice, and fully warrants all work leav- 
ing his shop. Only selected stock is used, and 
every effort is made to fill orders in a style that 
cannot be surpassed, at prices that will be sure 
to give satisfaction. 



A. M. Gerry, Druggist. South Paris. One 
of the best-patronized establishments to be 
found in this vicinity, is that carried on by Mr. 
A. M. Gerry, the Druggist, for the stock han- 
dled Joy him not only contains a full assortment 
of Pure Drugs and Medicines and Choice Toi- 
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variety as well as School Books, Stationery, etc. : 
Mr. Gerry strives to have bis stock complete in 
every department, and puts his prices so low as 
to remove all danger of goods accumulating on 
his hands. He was born in Lovell, Me., and is 
a member of both the Free Masons and the 
Odd Fellows. One floor and a basement are 
occupied, measuring 45x18 feet, and sulficieut 
assistance is at hand to allow of all customers 
receiving prompt and courteous attention. Mr. 
Gerry has carried on his present enterprise 
since 1875, and his policy of supplying custom- 
ers with none but Pure and Reliable Goods, has 
resulted in the building up of an extensive bus- 
iness. The Cigars sold by him are deservedly 
popular among smokers, for the goods offered 
are made from selected stock, and are decidedly 
superior to the average. Shot-guns, Rifles and 
Revolvers, may be bought here at bottom prices, 
and should any of our readers think they can 
do better elsewhere, we would certainly advise 
them to carefully examine what Mr. Gerry has 
to offer in the line of Fire-arms and compare 
his goods and prices with those to be found 
elsewhere. Patent Medicines of all kinds are 
largely dealt in, and everything in the line of 
Druggists' Sundries may be bought here at rea- 
sonable rates, some special attractions being 
offered in the shape of Choice Perfumery at 
bottom figures. 



Dr. J. W. Davis, Denti:>t, Filling Natural 
Teeth a Specialty. Ether and Pure Nitrious- 
Oxide Gas administered when desired, South 
Paris. If people could only be taught that 
Dental operations do not necessarily cause pain, 
many a set of teeth would be saved that are 
now allowed to go to ruin. A partially decayed 
tooth can often be filled without its owner suf- 
fering more than during the process of hair- 
cutting, and it should be remembered that when 
taken in time, the teeth may be put into shape 
by a skillful dentist without the patient suffer- 
ing a single twinge. Even sensitive teeth need 
not cause much suffering if treated in accord- 
ance with modern methods, and everyone 
should see that the dentist patronized has am- 
ple facilities and knows how to use them. Dr. 
J. W. Davis is of course already known to many 
of our readers, for he has practiced his profess- 
ion here for some years and has established a 
well-earned reputation for thoroughness and 
skill. He is a native of Woodstock, Me., and is 
a very prominent Odd Fellow, having taken all 
the degrees in that order. He is also a member 
of the Golden Cross. Dr. Davis has his oSice 
fitted-up for the practice of Dentistry in all its 
details, and his tools and appliances embody 
all the latest improvements. A specialty is 
made of the Filling of Natural Teeth, and Ex- 
tracting is quickly and painlessly done; Ether 
and pure Nitrious Oxide Gas being adminis- 
tered if desired. Plate-work of all kinds is also 
given prompt attention and Artificial Teeth are 
offered in a variety of grades, the best work be- 
ing fully warranted and the prices as low as the 
lowest. Difficult operations upon the natural 
teeth performed in skillful manner. Roots 
crowned and made to do good service for years. 
Do not have your teeth extracted because they 
give pain, but have them treated and put in a 
healthy condition and filled. 



W. J. Wheeler, dealer in Pianos, Organs, 
Stools, Piano Covers and Musical Merchandise, 
also Fire, Life and Accident Insurance Office, 
leading Foreign and American Fire Insurance 
Companies, South Paris. There are a great 
many Pianos and Organs in use in this country, 
but still there are many families yet unsupplied, 
and extensive as the trade in Musical Instru- 
ments has become, it is as yet but in its infancy. 
Although the cost of a first-class Piano or 
Organ is considerable, some dealers, by the em- 
ployment of liberal "installment plans," so di- 
vide up the payments as to make it an easy 
matter to meet them, and one purchasing in 
this way becomes the owner of an instrument 
before he knows it. Mr. W. J. Wheeler is 
known as one of the largest dealers in Pianos, 
Organs, Stools, Covers and Musical Merchandise 
in general, in this section of the State, and his 
prices, for cash or on installments, are so low as 
to explain in a great measure the magnitude of 
his trade. All instruments are warranted for 
five years, and a sufficient variety is offered to 
allow of all tastes being suited. Mr. Wheeler 
is a native of Dixfield, Maine, and begun oper- 
ations in this town in 1871. He is prominently 
connected with the Free Masons, Odd Fellows 
and Knights of Pythias, and is actively engaged 
in the Insurance business, representing some 
of the leading Foreign and American Companies 
and writing Fire, Life and Accident Policies. 
No agent offers greater inducements and 
none is more zealous in guarding the interests 
of his clients. Mr. Wheeler controls a fine 
stock farm situated about three miles from the 
village, and raises some excellent horses, those 
now on hand being valued at .f.3,000 



Kenney & Plummer, Dealers in Boots, 
Shoes, C;io'thing, Hats, Caps, Gent's Furnishing 
Goods, etc.. South Paris. It is really surprising 
how intimately we come to associate people 
with the Clothing they wear, for a little thought 
will prove to any one that he recognizes his 
friends almost as much by their garments as by 
their faces. A uniformed company of soldiers 
look very much alike, and it is very hard to 
pick out even a well-known face from such an 
assemblage. Therefore, as our clothes form so 
great a part of ourselves, it is important to 
choose such clothes as are specially adapted to 
our needs. Cheap, tiashy garments are dear 
at any price, but excellent clothing can now be 
bought very low at certain stores, and among 
these none is more worthy of patronage than 
that cairied on under the firm-name of Kenney 
& Plummer. Mr. J. F. Plummer, the present 
proprietor, is a native of Sweden, Maine. The 
premises utilized measure 60x30 feet, and em- 
ployment is given to one active and accommo- 
dating assistant, in the person of Mr. O. R. 
Beau, who is always on hand to attend to the 
wants of their customers. A heavy and varied 
stock of Clothing is always to be found here, 
and it will bear the most severe examination, 
for it is made up of standard goods, thoroughly 
put together. The cut and "hang" of these 
garments are sure to give satisfaction, and the 
prices named on them are very low. Boots and 
Shoes may also be bought here to excellent 
advantage, as may Hats and Caps of all kinds, 
suitable for all ages. A fine line of Gentle- 
men's Furnishings is at hand for inspection. 



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Miss N. E. I>eau, Fashionable Millinery 
and Fancy Goods, South Paris. Nothing so 
much points to the advance in the asthetic tnste 
and requirement of a community, as the es- 
tablishment within it of houses devoted to the 
sale of goods comprised under the title of Fash- 
ionable Millinery and Fancy Goods, and in the 
possession of the above house South Paris is to 
be congratulated as having one of the most com- 
plete establishments in this line of trade in 
this section. This store was established by 
Miss N. E. Dean in 1884, and has since that 
date been conducted in an energetic and enter- 
prising manner. The premises utilized for the 
business, comprise one floor 12xo0 feet in di- 
mensions, and contain an elegant assortment of 
Fashionable Millinery and Fancy Goods of every 
description. Two experienced assistants are 
employed and patrons are served in a polite 
and attentive manner. Miss Dean is a native 
of Buckfield, Me., and is cimversant with every 
detail of her business, and to her house is due 
to a large extent, the fostering and education 
of the tastes of the community as regards the 
art of select and artistic Millinery, as well as a 
fastidious taste in the line of Fancy Goods. 



and Carriage Woodvpork and Hardware of all 
descriptions. Iron and Steel, Horseshoes, 
Nails, Nuts and Bolts are also kept in stock, 
and both large and small orders can be filled 
without delay. The firm is made up of Messrs. 
J. P. Richardson and F. P. Libby, both of whom 
are connected with the Masons and the Odd 
Fellows. Mr. Richardson was born in Turner 
while Mr. Libby is a native of Harrison, and 
the enterprise they conduct has been in exis- 
tence about a quarter of a century, it having 
been started by Mr. S. Richardson in 1864. 
The premises utilized comprise two floors and 
a basement, and are 75x45 feet in dimensions. 
A very valuable and varied assortment of goods 
is always to be found therein, and customers 
are assured immediate and courteous attention, 
there being three efficient assistants employed. 





Richardson & Libby, dealers in Hard- 
ware, Stoves, Furnaces, Ranges, Portable Ovens 
and Tin Ware, Springs, Axles, Carriage Wheels, 
also Iron, Steel, Horseshoes. Nails. Bolts, Etc., 
South Paris. That the United States produces 
more and better stoves, than any other nation 
on earth, is only another proof of the ingenuity 
of our inventors and the skill of our mechanics; 
and so far are our stoves and furnaces ahead of 
those manufactured abroad, that the latter 
could not be sold here at all unless for old iion. 
A good oppoitunity to become familiar with 
the very latest novelties in the stove line, is that 
atforded by Messrs. Richardson & Libby, for 
this firm deals very extensively in such goods, 
and handles only those embodying the latest 
improvements, carrying a slock complete in 
every department. Portable Ovens and Tin- 
ware are also to be had here at bottom prices, 
together with Springs, Axles, Carriage Wheels 



W. B. Royal & Co., Manufacturers of 
Royal's Dump and Mining Barrows. Sou h Paris. 
A Wheel-barrow is not an especially attractive 
or interesting article so far as appeai-ances go, 
I but for all that there are very few vehicles to 
which the world owes more. Simple as a Bai'- 
[ row is, it combines efficiency and strength to a 
very high degree, and hundreds of thousands 
of dollars have been saved by its use, in the 
construction of railways, the working of mines 
and many other labors calling for the removal 
of large amounts of material. It is said that 
when Wheel-barrows were introduced into 
i Cuba, the negroes insisted upon carrying them, 
1 load and all, on their heads, as that was the 
j way they had always borne heavy burdens; but 
when the use of the wheel was explained to 
them, they finally saw its advantages. Large 
shipments of Wheel-barrows have been made 
from New England to Cuba and to points still 
farther south. Messrs. W. B. Royal & Co., of 
this town having shipped ten tons at one time, 
to a South American port. This fii-m carry on 
a very thoroughly equipped factory; the log 
which goes in at one end of the works, coming 
out at the other a finished barrow. The prem- 
ises are three stories in height and measure 
40x80 feet. Royal's Dump and Mining Barrows 
are among the best-known in the market, their 
manufacture having been begun in 1853, by 
Messrs. W. B. and B. T. Royal. At the death 
of the latter gentleman, Mr. W. B. Royal's son 
and son-in-law, were admitted to partnership, 
and business has since been conducted under 
the present style. A great many Barrows are 
produced here annually and a ready market is 
found for them. 



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W. A. Porter. Dealer in Fruit, Confection- 
ery, Tobacco and Cigars, South Paris. The 
Fruit business is rapidly becoming one of our 
most innportant industries, and it is well that 
this should be so, for nothing is healthier than 
fruit in the way of food, and many people have 
discovered that fruit is also useful as a medi- 
cine. As long as common sense is used no one 
need fear being hurt by eating ripe fruit of any 
kind, and the surest way of making sure that 
you will be furnished with ripe fruit, is to pat- 
ronize a reputable and well-known establish- 
ment, such a one for instance as is conducted 
by Mr. W. A. Porter, at South Paris, Me. This 
gentleman was born in South Paris, and suc- 
ceeded to the business he now conducts in 1887, 
it having been originally founded by Mr. G. H. 
Porter. He thoroughly understands the Fruit 
business, as he had a largq and varied experience 
in it, and is therefore able to furnish his patrons 
with the very best goods at the very lowest 
prices. One floor is occupied, of the dimen- 
sions of 05x18 feet, and a large stock is carried 
comprising Foreign and Domestic Fruits of all 
kinds in their season, together with choice 
confectionery of the very best make, also 
Tobacco and Cigars. Mr. Porter has built up a 
very large trade, for he has always tried to 
satisfy his customers, so that those who have 
bought of him once are sure to come again. 
He employes competent assistants and can as- 
sure every caller prompt and polite attention. 
Mr. Porter is a member of the Free Masons and 
is well known in this community. 



C. W. Bowker & Co., Cloaks, Dress 
Goods, Corsets, Laces, Hambuigs, Kid Gloves, 
&c.. Housekeeping Goods, South Paris. South 
Paris business-men have a well-earned reputa- 
tion of their own for liberality and enterprise, 
and those located here are not a whit behind 
their associates in other portions of the State. 
In fact in the opinion of not a few observers, 
some of them are just a little ahead of their 
neighbors as regai'ds the inducements offered, 
and we may justly place among the leaders in 
this line, the well-known house of C. W. 
Bowker & Co. This concern began operations 
in 1886, so that for two years its efforts to serve 
the public have been open to inspection and 
have doubtless been judged on their merits. 



i The result is, that a large trade has been built 
i up— a trade that is still steadily growing and 
that apparently is as far from having attained 
its full development as ever. The nature of the 
goods handled is such as to make the demand 
for the same almost infinite, for among the 
articles in stock may be mentioned Dry and 
Fancy Goods of all kinds. Cloaks, Dress Goods, 
Corsets, Laces, Hamburgs, Kid Gloves etc., as 
well as Housekeeping Goods. Mr. Bowker is a 
native of Paris, Me., and those who have made 
trial of the capabilities of his establishment 
need not be told that the results attained are 
unsurpassed by any other in the same line of 
trade in this vicinity. 



J. D. Williams, Manufacturer of and 
Dealer in Harnesses, Saddles, Bridles, Collars, 
Whips, Robes, Blankets, Brushes, Combs, 
Harness Trimmings, Fly Nets, Trunks, Bags, 
&c.. South Paris. Any man that owns a good 
horse, wants a good harness, and in fact we 
may go even farther and say that every horse- 
owner wants a good harness, whether his horse 
is a good one or not, for the poorer the animal, 
the less he can stand being handicapped by be- 
ing obliged to work in a poor harness. A call 
at the establishment of Mr. J. D. Williams will 
demonstrate the fact that a most excellent 
harness can be bought nowadays for a small 
sum of money, for that gentleman carries a 
complete assortment of such goods in stock, 
and offers them at bottom prices. Mr. Williams 
is a native of Houlton, Maine. He bought out 
his present enterprise in 1866, from S. M. New- 
hall, who had occupied the same shop and was 
engaged in the same business 27 years. An ex- 
tensive business is carried on in Harness, Sad- 
dles, Bridles, Collars, Whips and Robes; and 
Blankets, Brushes, Combs, Harness Tirmmings, 
Fly Nets etc., are also largely dealt in, together 
with Trunks, Bags and Valises. Repairing is 
given prompt and skillful attention, and jobbing 
of all kinds can be done at short notice. Mr. 
Williams is also a dealer in Mowing Machines 
£*nd Harvesters, and these aids to the farmer 
may be obtained of him at bottom prices. He 
only handles such goods as have proved their 
superiority under the test of practical farm-work 
and he can therefore gwarantee satisfaction to 
every purchaser. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



-OF- 



ISrOR^V^AY, ME. 



^jj^HE growth and present prosperous condition of Norway reveal the distin- 
WSWP guishing characteristics of a typical and model New England town. Within 
a little more than a hundred years worthy results have been obtained which merit 
great admiration. The town was first settled in 1786, though explorations, survey- 
ing and clearing had begun during the two last previous years. The first settlers 
were Joseph and Jonas Stevens, George Lessley, Jeremiah and Amos Hobbs, Nathan 
Noble and their families. The soil was very alluvial, fish and game plenty, wood 
abundant, so that the first few years were not maried by want, though they had most of 
the usual trials and hardships of pioneer life. These first settlers were of the sturdiest, 
most progressive New England type, and set to work with a fire and perseverance 
that soon told perceptibly on the wilderness around tliem. In the first year, 1786 
also came Benjamin Herring, Dudley Pike, John and VVni. Parsons who also added 
force and wisdom to the rough pioneer work. A little later Lemuel Shedd, Jona- 
than Stickney and Nathaniel Stevens moved in and augmented the number of stout- 
hearted workers. The first child, Sarah Stevens, daughter of Jonas Stevens, was 
born October 17, 1787. The former name of the town was Rustfield, by which it 
was known for sometime after its settlement. A saw and grist mill was set up in 
1789, which added greatly to the comfort and progress of the place. Benjamin Witt, 
a skilled blacksmith, also came and was gladly welcomed during the first few years. 
Tiie first shoemaker was Peter Buck who moved here from Paris in 1790. From this 
time on people began to come in with constantly increasing numbers each year until 
the population in one decade had increased to five hundred in 1797, in which year 
the town was incorporated under its present name. The reason for the name is not 
recorded or appparent. By 1800, at the beginning of the century, the j)opulation 
of the town was six hundred, and through the various difficulties of the embargo, etc.? 
the town continued to grow steadily. In 1810, the population had reached one thou- 
sand and ten, and to one thousand three hundred and thirty in 1820. Through the 
intermediate decades of the century its advancement continued, though not without 
some set-back; but the population had reached one thousand nine hundred and sixty- 



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tliree in 1850. The town took deep interest in the struggle of the Rebellion and 
contributed liberally of its best men and substance. The volunteers from Norway 
served mostly in the First, Ninth, Eleventh, Twenty-first and Twenty-fourtli Maine 
Infantry Regiments, and fought witli a gallantry and devotion most honorable to 
their native iil.ice. The memory of tho^e who fell in the great struggle has been and 
ever will be most tenderly cherished. After the war, for awhile the recovery from 




STREET IN NORWAY, ME. 
the financial strain and depression was not lapid. But after 1870, the town began to 
go forward with its old spirit and success. A shoe-manufuctory established here in 
1872 gave added impetus to the business interests of the town. About the most 
important event in the town's history, from a material standpoint, was the opening 
of the Norway Branch R. R., opened between this town and South Paris in 1879. 
The valuation of the town, which in 1860 was 8450,000, has increased steadily, until 
now it is over $1,000,000. The iinuual business of the town is valued at more than 
$2,000,000. The population at the present time is a little over three thousand. The 
town debt is very small, only $5,041.07, and the tnxes are therefore correspondingly 
light. 

The attractions and excellencies of Norway are too extended to receive adequate 
treatment in this brief sketch. The business interests of the town are conservative, 
yet progressive. Being the center of a large growing district of the State, these are 
continually advancing. The advantages offered to manufacturers for settlement^^are 
of the first order. The schools and general culture of the town are at the high 
standard of which New England is so proud, and receive thorough and appreciative 



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attention. The Norway Public Scliool Building is a fine piece of tasteful architect- 
ure. The churches are strong and active; the religous and moral tone of the com- 
munity is veiy high and active. All generous and noble works of charity receive 
merited attention. The snnitary condition of the town is unusually good, and the 
Water Supply Company is very satisfactory. Considering all these and other facts, 
it is not surprising thnt Norway has made a greater gain in population and valuation 
during the last fifteen yeais than any other town of the same kind in the State. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



IvrOR^WA.Y, ME. 



Norway Tanniug- Co., Wax, Kip aud 
Split Leather, Norway. The magnitude of the 
business carried on by the Norway Tanning 
Company cannot fail to be gratifying to every 
public-spirited resident of the town, for this 
industry is one that had small beginnings, and 
its pronounced success pioves that those who 
chose Norway as a desirable point at which to 
establish a Tannery, made no mistake in their 
calculations. To Mr. J. L. Home must be given 
much credit for the development of this enter- 
prise, as he came into possession of it in 1852 
and carried it on alone for a quarter of a cen- 
tury, taking his son, Herman L. Home, into 
partnership in 1877. Business was conducted 
under the style of J. L. Home & Son, until the 
latter part of 1885, when this company was incor- 
porated. As now constituted its officers are : 
President, Edwin Wallace; Treasurer. Herman 
L. Home. The President is prominently iden- 
tified with the Tanning industry, being a mem- 
ber of the firm of E. G. & E. Wallace of Roch- 
ester, N. H. Mr. J. L. Home is a heavy stock- 
holder in the company, which maintains a plant 
capable of turning out 2000 finished hides per 
week, or 20i>,000 per annum. When Mr. Home 
first took charge of the works, their capacity 
was hardly one-twentieth what it now is. The 
specialties of the Tannery are Wax, Kip and 
Split Leather, most of the products being 
utilized in the manufacture of brogans. The 
greater part of the out-put is shipped to the 
Boston market, where it is in active demand, as 
its even excellence is much appreciated by .shoe- 
manufacturers. A 200-horse-power engine furn- 
ishes the motive power for the works, and a 
large force of experienced assistants find plenty 
to do in keeping up with the orders received. 



Elm House, W. W. Whitmarsh, Proprietor, 
Norway. The Elm House is one of Norway's 
most deserving institutions, for not only is it 
of old establishment, but is also one of the most 



liberally and intelligently managed hostelrys in 
the State. The present proprietor, Captain W. 
W. Whitmarsh, came into possession of the 
property in 1866, succeeding Mr. Josiah Car- 
penter. He is a prominent figure in town af- 
fairs and served as Town Clerk from 1878 to 
1886. He was Representative to the Legisla- 
ture in 1SS4, was elected County Commissioner 
in 1885, is also Treas. of the Norway Water Co., 
and is a valued member of the Republican 
party. Captain Whitmarsh is a native of Nor- 
way and was connected with the Norway Light 
Infantry from 185G to 1861. This company has 
the honorable record of being the first in the 
State to tender its services to the Government 
at the outbreak of the Rebellion, and as First 
Sergeant, Mr. Whitmarsh accompanied the 
command when it left town in April, 1861. He 
served with disiinction in this and other com- 
panies and finally received a commission as 
Captain of Co. G., 29th Maine Volunteers. He 
saw much active service and officiated as Assis- 
tant Provost Marshal in the South during the last 
part of the war. Captain Whitmarsh has proved 
himself possessed of no small share of execu- 
tive ability in peaceful as well as in war-like 
pursuits, for he has greatly improved the inte- 
rior arrangements of the Elm House, and has 
made its name a synomym for hospitality 
among travelers. The accommodations pro- 
vided are stiictly first class and the terms are 
very reasonable. No one who ever stopped any 
length of time at the Elm House, would con- 
sider a notice of that institution complete did 
it not contain mention of "Tim." Mr. Timothy 
Smith is that gentleman's whole name, but to 
his hosts of friends he is only known as "Tim." 
For thirty-five years has he been connected with 
the establishment as hostler, and the Elm House 
without ''Tim," would be much like the play of 
Hamlet with Hamlet left out. Everybody 
knows him and everybody likes him, for he has 
the gift of making friends and is always ready 
to do what he can to make life pleasant. 



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Bearce & Stearns. Attorneys and Coun- 
selors at-Law, Snvings Bank Building, Main 
Street, Norway (Oxford County). Competent 
legal advice is of the greatest value to all active 
business men, for it is oftentimes very impor- 
tant not only to know what to do, bat what not 
to do, also. Residents of Norway and vicinity 
are fortunate in having so reliable a firm to 
apply to as that of Messrs. Bearce & Stearns, 
for these gentlemen are exceptionally well- 
versed in the Law, both theoretically and prac- 
tically. They became associated in December, 
1883, and the union has doubtless been of mu- 
tual advantage. A very extensive practice is 
carried on. for a large proportion of the more 
important legal business in this section is in- 
trusted to their hands. Mr. H. M. Bearce is a 
native of Hebron, and received his education 
in Maine institutions. He entered Waterville 
College, but during his senior year left that 
institution to enlist as private in Co. D. of the 
2ord Maine. After serving as First Sergeatit, he 
was promoted to the rank of First Lieutenant, 
and held that position when he received an 
honorable discharge. Subsequently he re- 
joined the army as Second Lieutenant of Co. B. 
of the o2d Maine, and was again pioraoted to a 
First Lieutenancy. He took part in the many 
fierce engagements occurring in the Wilderness 
and at Spottsylvania, Cold Harbor and Peters- 
burg, and was captured on the last-named field 
of battle and confined in Columbia. S. C. 
Finally he was released on parol at 'the expi- 
ration of Sherman's March to the Sea. After 
receiving a diploma from Waterville College he 
read law with the Honorable Alvah Black, of 
Paris Hill, being admitted to the bar in Sep- 
tember, 186(j. Mr. Bearce does not confine 
himself entirely to legal business, being actively 
and extensively engaged in real estate opera- 
tions, agriculture, stock raising, etc. He is 
President of the Norway National Bank, of 
which he has been a Director since its organ- 
ization. He is also Treasurer of the Norway 
Savings Bank, and was Post Master of this 
town for thirteen years, receiving his appoint- 
ment from General Grant. Mr. Beaice was a 
State Representative in ISS.S and a Senator in 
1885. As a member of the Commission for the 
Revision of the Statutes, he rendered most ef- 
ficient service, and his labors in that capacity 
will not soon be forgotten. Mr. Seward S. 
Stearns was born in Lovell, Maine, and gradu- 
ated from Bowdoin College in 1879, taking a 
high rank. After reading Law with Judge 
Walker, he was admitted to the bar in 1882, 
and after about two years of practice at Water- 
ford, Maine, he came to this town and formed 
his } resent connection. Perhaps the most 
valuable public service that Mr. Stearns has 
ever rendered, is that given in connection with 
the organizing of our Public Library. To him 
and to Judge Whitman are the many who have 
profited by that beneficent institution, under 
great obligations, for these gentlemen spared 
neither time nor labor in making the library an 
accomplished fact. Mi-. Stearns is President 
of that institution and may safely be depended 
upon to make it of the greatest educational 
value, and to preserve it in its integrity as a 
library for the people. Mr. Stearns has always 
been interested in politics, being now a member 
of the Second District Republican Committee 
from Oxford County. 



Gr. P. Downing^, Commission Merchant, 
and Dealer in Fruits both Foreign and Domes- 
tic, Country Produce, etc., Norway. The fruit 
trade of this country is assuming enormous 
proportions, for the public at large are begin- 
ning to appreciate the advantages attendant 
upon a liberal consumption of fruit of good 
quality and to learn that a dollar spent in this 
way may save several times its amount in doc- 
tor's bills. Among the best known handlers of 
Foreign and Domestic Fruit in this section must 
be n.entioned the enterprising house of G. P. 
Downing, for although of quite recent origin, 
its methods are such as to have already given 
it a place in the front rank. Operations were 
began by S. 11. Billings in the early part of 1888 
and shortly afterward Mr. G. P. Downing be- 
cime associated with him. Early in 1889, Mr. 
Billings retired and it is now conducted by Mr. 
Downing alone. The premises utilized are lo- 
cated in the basement of the Masonic building 
and measure 60x38 feet, employment being 
given to two assistants. Every facility is at 
hand to carry on the business to the best possi- 
ble advantage among which may be mentioned 
a large room devoted to the storage and ripen- 
ing of bananas, this apartment being constant- 
ly kept at a certain temperature. A strictly 
Wholesale and Commission Business is done 
and special pains is taken in the handling of 
Country Produce, etc., returns being promptly 
made to consigners. Mr. Downing is in a po- 
sition to quote bottom prices, and dealers would 
do well to investigate the advantages he offers. 



Mrs. F. E. Chase, Dealer in Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, All Orders Promptly Attended 
to, lUtj Main Street, Norway. The difference 
between the manner in which some persons push 
trade and others engaged in the same line of 
business allow things to drift along, without 
making au effoi t to do anything, is one that 
must have been remarked by all our readers, 
for it is plainly perceptible, and one does not 
have to go outside of Norway to find example 
of it. Take the enterprise conducted by Mrs. 
F. E. Chase, for instance, whose place of busi- 
ness is located at No. 106 Main Street. This 
lady began operations in Lincoln in 1864, re- 
moving to Waterville in 1875, and from there to 
Norway in 1877, having had a continuous busi- 
ness experience of twenty-four years. She has 
established a position for herself among the 
ladies in her line'of trade, and how? Simply by 
offering reliable and fashionable goods at bot- 
tom prices and letting the public know of the 
fact. Premises measuring 40x20 feet are occu- 
pied and a large and varied stock is carried, 
comprising Millinery and Fancy Goods in all 
the latest and most fashionable styles. Mrs. 
Chase announces that her store is the head- 
quarters for low prices on all kinds of goods, 
and after examining her stock and learning her 
prices, one cannot help agreeing with her. A 
specialty is made of Order Work, which is 
promptly attended to. Four courteous and ex- 
perienced assistants are employed. The Trim- 
ming Department is under the immediate super- 
vision of Miss L. F. Danforth, who has had 
many years experience in that line, and all care- 
ful dressers would do well to examine the stock 
offered by Mrs. Chase before purchasing Mil- 
linery and Fancy Goods elsewhere. 



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C. B. Cuinming-s & Sons, Manufacturers 
and Dealers in Heels, Heelings, Inner Soles. 
Pasted Taps; also Shoe Boxes, Norway. Chas, 
S. Cunmiing-s, Dealer in Furniture of all 
kinds, Rattan, Parlor and Chamber Sets, Easy 
Chairs, Lounges, Spring Beds, etc , etc., Nor- 
way. In compiling a history of thi-< kind, one 
has frequently leason to regret that the neces- 
sity of keeping it within reasonable bounds, 
renders it impossible to give adequate space to 
a consideration of some of the more important 
enterprises, but it is seldom that this is so 
forcibly brought to mind as in the ca^e of the 
industries carried on by Messrs. C. B. Cum- 
mings ct .Sons, No man can estimate the ben- 
efit these industries are to the community at 
large, and still less can it be told how much en- 
couragement to industrious young men has been 
afforded by the widely-known career of Mr. C. 
B. Cummings. Beginning with nothing but a 
capacity for hard work and a firm determina- 
tion to succeed, Mr. Cummings has now reached 
a position of wealth and influence; and as the 
way he trod is open to all, no young man of 
spirit can hear the story of his life without 
feeling that pluck, brains and energy are sure 
to be rewarded. He was born in Norway, in 
1834, and after living some years in Bethel, re- 
turned here when twenty years of age, to make 
his way in the world. No honest labor was 
despised by him, and finally, after learning the 
trade of cabinet making, he set up in business 
for himself, making the furniture with which 
he began housekeeping, and manufacturing by 
hand the orders he received from his neigh- 
bors. In 1861 he moved to more commodious 
quarters, and four years later erected the build- 
ing now occupied by Mr. Chas. S. Cummings, 
his son. Subsequently he became interested in 
the manufacture of clothes-pins, and also in 
the production of all kinds of Lumber, Boxes, 
Staves, etc. Heels, Heelings, Inner ? Soles, 
Pasted Taps, etc., are also manufactured very 
extensively at one of his factories, some seventy 
hands being employed. Much valuable timber 
land IS owned by him, and he is one of the 
largest real estate proprietors in this section of 
the State. A well-appointed Grist Mill is one 
of the numerous useful enterprises with which 
he IS identified, and the Furniture Store under 
the immediate charge of xMr. Chas. S. Cum- 
mings, IS known to be one of the best-stocked 
in the State; the goods being sold at low rates 
and an immense business bein^ done. 

Howe & Ridloii, Dealers in Dry and 
Fancy Goods, Carpetings, Feathers, Groceries, 
etc., Norway. In collecting information relat- 
ing to the leading business men of Norway, it 
very soon became manifest that Messrs. Howe 
«fe Ridlon would have to be included in any 
account of such, for evidences were found on 
every side to indicate that these gentlemen 
were fairly entitled to the honor, and that as 
regards enterprise and popularity, they occupy 
a leading position in the trade circles. The en- 
terprise now conducted by them was ori<Tinally 
established in 1860, by Mr. E. W. nowe,"and in 
1888 Mr. C. F. Kidlon was admitted to the bus- 
iness, since which date the firm-name has been 
Howe & Ridlon. A most extensive and flouris- 
mg trade has been built up, and premises com- 



prising two floors of the dimensions each of 
18x5.5 feet are occupied, and Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Carpetings, Feathers, Groceries, etc., 
are handled, and whether any or all of these 
commodities are wanted, this establishment 
will be found a most desirable place at which 
to procure the same, as the assortment is large, 
the quality excellent, the service prompt and 
the prices low. This is no doubt a strong in- 
dorsement, but it has not been made without 
careful study of, and examination into the sub- 
ject, and we have no reason to suppose but 
what those who may favor Messrs. Howe & 
Ridlon with their patronage will have every 
reason to cordially subscribe to all that we have 
stated concerning their establishment and bus- 
iness methods. We know ihat the goods in 
stock are sufficiently varied to suit all tastes, 
and can assure our readers of polite treatment 
and strictly honorable dealings. Mi-. E. W. 
Howe is a native of Sumner. Maine, and Mr. 
C. F. Kidlon of Albion, Maine, and both are 
highly respected in social as well as trade cir- 
cles, Mr. Howe being a member of the Odd 
Fellows and Mr. Ridlon of the Masonic Order. 



Noyes' Drug' Store, Dealer in Drugs, 
Medicines, Toilet and Fancy Goods, Wall Paper 
and Window Shades. Physicians' Prescriptions 
carefully Compounded, Norway. One of the in- 
stitutions of Norway is Noyes' Drug Store, and 
it would be well if all institutions, wherever 
found, were as worthy of liberal support as is 
the one referred to. It was established in 1861 
by Mr. A. O. Noyes and his brother Lorenzo, 
the latter dying the same year and the businees 
being continued by Mr. A. O. Noyes until his 
death, in 1878. Mr. Noyes is well-remembered 
in this vicinity although a full decade has 
elapsed since his decease, for he stood high in 
Masonic circles, was a member of the Portland 
Commandery and was also connected with the 
Knights Templars and Knights of Pythias. He 
was born in this town and was one of the orig- 
inal stockholders of the Norway National 
Bank, of which institution he was also a direc- 
tor. During the six years preceding his death 
he occupied the position of Town Treasurer, 
and was agent for the Canadian Express Co., 
for a long period, the agency being still contin- 
ued in his name. Since his death, the Drug 
Store has been carried on by his widow, who 
was born in Fryeburg, Maine, her maiden name 
being Anna Chase. Mrs. Noyes has shown ex- 
ceptional executive ability in the discharge of 
her present duties. and no higher meed of praise 
can be given her, than that she has fully main- 
tained the high standard of excellence which 
her husband established. Employment is given 
to three competent assistants and the several 
departments of the business are in a most flour- 
ishing condition. One floor and a basement, 
measuring 32x60 feet, are occupied, and a heavy 
stock of Drugs and Medicines, Chemicals, Toi- 
let and Fancy Goods is constantly carried. 
Wall Paper and Window Shades are also offered 
in great variety at low prices, some beautiful 
and novel designs being shown. Physicians' 
Prescriptions are prepared fiom selected mate- 
rials, and no trouble is spared to secure abso- 
lute accuracy and avoid unreasonable charges. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NORWAY. 



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N aw Ar, M A I N E% U.SA. 

THE :B'JLi^xiLrz' nvwdiEiDioin^E. 



A SPEEDY CURE FOR 



Colds, Croup, Sore Throat, Diptheria, Cuts, Burns, Sprains, Bruises, 

Neuralgia, Etc. 

Mailed to any address on receipt of 30c. Your money refunded if it fails to benefit you when 
used strictly as directed on inside wrapper, so you take no risk in trying it. Sold 

by all dealers. 

Browns' Instaut Relief For Pain, Pre- [ that they authorize dealers to refund the pur- 
pared by the Norway Medicine Co., Xorway. chase money to those deriving no benefit fi-om 
Among the many thriving business enterprises its use, provided the instructions given on the 
cari-ied on in this town, that conducted by the inside wrapper are conscientiously followed. 
Norway Medicine Company deserves special As a Family Medicine we believe it to have no 
mention, for despite the difficulty of successfully equal, for not only is it capable of curing most 
introducing a new proprietary i-emedy into a of the more common ailments in a very short 
well-filled market, the demand for that prepared time, if taken in season, but it has a decided 
by the concern mentioned has alieady reached advantage over the lame majority of so-called 
enormous proportions, although operations "Pain-killers" insomuch as it is pleasant to the 
were only begun in August, 1887. This state of taste and hence will be readily taken by all 
affairs is chiefly due to two things— first, the children, even the most delicate. Every physi- 
unusual merit of the article itself, and second, cian will agree that such maladies as Croup and 
the intelligence and liberality shown in placing Diptheria yield readily to prompt treatment but 
it before the public. Brown's Instaut Relief soon become dangerous if neglected. "*For this 



for Pain is most happily named, for it does in- 
deed afford instant relief, when used in accord- 
ance with the directions, and so thoroughly 
convinced are its proprietors of its infallibility, 
19 



reason, if no other, every family should be sup- 
plied with Brown's Instant Relief, for it is a 
sure cure for the diseases mentioned and its 
timely use will save untold trouble and pa 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NORWAY. 



It is also a specific for Coughs, Colds, Sore 
Throat, Chilblains, Sprains and Bruises, and its 
action on Fresh Cuts, Scalds and Burns, is inex- 
pressibly soothinor and healing, liheuraatism, 
Neuralgia and Palpitation soon give way to its 
beneficient influence, and its effect on the 
troubles peculiar to the gentler sex is simply 
magical, as many ladies have reason to know. 
Sufferers from that most exasperating and 
wearing of all common pains — Toothache, 
should waste no time in procuring a bottle of 
Brown's Instant Relief, for it is far superior to 
the various'Toothache Drops," which generally 
burn the inside of the mouth until eating is al- 
most impossible, and its soothing effect is much 
more immediate and permanent. Dyspepsia, 
being a chronic compLiint and the result of a 
morbid condition of the stomach, cannot be 
cured in a day by any means whatever; but by 
the persistent use of Brown's Instant Relief and 
some attention to diet, it can eventually be con- 
quered, and during the progress of the treat- 
ment its annoyiuff effects can be greatly miti- 
gated. This remedy is of peculiar value to 
Farmers from the fact of its being equally good 
for man or beast. It has saved the life of many 
a valuable animal, and in this connection we 
would call attention to the experience of Mr. 
C. E. Rines, owner of the Norway bakery. His 
horse had the "Pink Eye" so badly as to refuse 
all food and be hardly capable of motion. One 
dose of Brown's Instant Relief enabled him to 
eat, and two more doses completely cured him. 
Is it surprising that Mr. Rines heartily recom- 
mends it as the most wonderful medicine he 
ever used? Mr. A. F. Andrews, from the nature 
of his business, should be well-posted concern- 
ing the value of medicines intended for 
stable use. Read what he says in lelation to 
Brown's Instant Relief: — 

NouwAV, Me., Nov. 30, '87. 

List night one of our valuable horses was 
taken with a severe chill and broke out in a 
cold sweat. We gave him Brown's Instant Re- 
lief according to directions and he immedi- 
ately began to improve. We have used it many 
times for our horses and always with the same 
satisfactory results. We consider it to be a 
most valuable medicine. 

A. F. Andkews. 

One such letter from a practical man is worth 
pages of argument in establishing the value of 
a remedy, and many equally flattering testimon- 
ials could be given did space permit. Eoom 
must be made at least for the following com- 
munication from a widely-known gentleman 
who is accustomed to weigh his words well and 
to to write precisely what he means: — 

NoKWAY. Me., Sept. 4, '87. 
I have used Brown's Instant Relief and 
found it to be the best thing I have ever u'ied 
for Cramp, Colic and Indigestion. I can cheer- 
fully recommend it to all. 

F. W. Sanbokn, 
Editor Oxford County Advertiser. 
In closing, a few words may be said regard- 
ing the origin of this great remedy: Dr. G. W. 
Brown was called upon several years ago to 
treat a severe case of Gastric fever attended 
with paroxysms of pain. After exhausting the 
list of the usual remedies without result, the 
doctor prepared a combination of certain vege- 



table remedial agents, the external application 
of which immediately relieved the pain and 
stopped the vomiting. The fever abated and 
the patient soon recovered. Shortly after, a 
bad case of Colic was cured by internal use of 
the same remedy and, to make a long story 
short, after the doctor had used it in his prac- 
tice for some three years, he found himself no 
longer able to properly supply the constantly 
increasing demand and so in order to give the 
public the full benefit of its use, the Norway 
Medicine Company was formed, with A. L. F. 
Pike as business manager. Since Brown's In- 
stant Relief was placed in Norway Drug Stores 
in September, 1887, its sale has surpassed that 
of all other medicines combined, and that it is 
equally appreciated in a larger community, the 
following testimony from a representative Port- 
land house will demonstrate: — 

Portland, Me., March 6, '88. 

The sale of Brown's lustant Relief has 
much exceeded our expectations, and it has 
given universal satisfaction wherever intro- 
duced. We believe it is destined to have a 
large sale." John W. Pekkins & Co. 

"The proof of the pudding is the eating," and 
it is obvious that no article could have won 
such phenomenal popularity in so short a time, 
if it did not accomplish all that is claimed for 
it. 



Elm House Billiard Hall, Freeland 
Young, Proprietor, Norway. There are certain 
things that about every man who has not tried 
them, thinks he can do better than anybody else, 
and among these may be mentioned, driving a 
horse, keeping a hotel and managing a Billiard 
Hall. In point of fact, these things are, by no 
means, so easy to do as they seem to be, and 
in the last-named occupation, especially, it 
will be found by those who engage in it, tliat it 
is very hard to suit everybody, and that most 
of those who try to do so, generally end up by 
suiting nobody. However, the right man can 
achieve success in this the same as in any other 
business, and there can be no better proof of 
this assertion needed than that afforded by the 
popularity gained by the enterprise under the 
control of Mr. Freeland Young since it was 
started, in 1873. This gentleman occupies 
premises connected with the Elm Hotel, which 
are furnished with Billiard and Pool Tables. 
Mr. Young is a native of Paris, Maine, and has 
hosts of fi lends throughout this vicinity. He 
neglects no opportunity to improve the con- 
veniences and facilities he has to offer his cus- 
tomers, and under his liberal management a 
very large trade has been built up. The tables, 
etc., are maintained in first-class condition, and 
all the requisits of a modern high-grade Billiard 
Hall are at hand. He was a member of Co. F., 
2:3d Maine Regiment, and subsequently was a 
member of the 7th Maine Battery at the close 
of the war. For the past thirteen years he has 
been proprietor of the Elm House Billiard Hall. 
Mr. Young is a natural musician, has been an 
active member of musical organizations since 
186(5, and at the present time is the leader of 
Young's Orchestra and a member of the Nor- 
way Brass Baud. Mr. Young gives lessons on 
several wind and stringed instruments, and is 
prominently connected with the Masonic Order. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NORWAY 



291 



C. N. Tubbs & Co.. Dealers iu Dry and 
Fancy Goods, Groceries, Flour, Salt, Crockery, 
Glass Ware, Paints, Oils and Varnishes; also 
Country produce, Norway. While calling at- 
tention to such an establishment as is carried 
on by Messrs. C. N. Tubbs & Co.. it is hard to 
determine where to begin to mention the arti- 
cles dealt in. Were these simply Dry Goods or 
Oroceiies or Glass Ware, it would be an easy 
matter to devote one's whole attention to the 
attractions offered, but where all these commod' 
ities are handled, together with many others of 
equal importance, there is no use in attempt- 
ing to give a complete idea of the inducements 
extended in any one department. The best 
advice we can give, then, is "come and see for 
yourself." Messrs. C. N. Tubbs & Co. have a 
spacious store, measuring 85x28 Jeet, and al- 
though their stock is large, still there is chance 
enouEch for the public to call and examine what 
the firm have to offer in the way of standard 
goods at fail' prices. Messrs. C. N. and James 
Tubbs began operations in 1874, and their trade 
has since steadily grown until it has reached 
its present large proportions. Mr. C. N. Tubbs 
is a native of this town and is connected with 
the Odd Fellows. The Dry and Fancy Goods 
carried in stock are well worthy the inspection 
of any lady, for some beautiful and novel ef- 
fects are shown, and the assortment is certainly 
varied enough to suit all tastes and purses. 
Groceries of standard purity are supplied in 
quantities to suit, and especial attention is j 
called to the Teas, Coffees and Spices handled, 
as the goods are warranted to be of uniformly 
superior quality. Crockery and Glass Ware are 
to be had at low prices, and a full supply of 
Paints, Oils and Varnishes are always on hand 
to choose from. 

F. Q. Elliott, Dealer in Fine Ready-Made 
Clothing, Gent's Furnishings, Hats, Caps, etc., 
Opposite Elm House, Norway. There is really 
no excuse for any man presenting a shabby 
appearance nowadays, for not only can a neat 
and durable Suit of Clothes be purchased for a 
small sum of money, but all of the other articles 
going to make up a complete outfit are sold at 
extremely reasonable rates. It is necessary, 
of course, to use some discrimination in making 
such purchases, as all dealei s are, by no means, 
equally low in their prices; but if a call be 
made on Mr. F. Q. Elliott at his store opposite 
the Elm House, Norway, the caller can feel sure 
that all he buys will be sold at prices as low as 
the lowest. Mr. Elliott's goods are perfectly 
reliable, and are, in fact, fully guaranteed to 
prove as represented, so that no fears need be 
entertained that anything bought of him will 
not prove satisfactory. The undertaking of 
which he is now the proprietor, was founded in 
1888, this being the second time he has carried 
on business in Norway (having formerly carried 
on the same line of trade here for six years), 
and by his enterprise and liberal business 
methods, his trade is steadily increasing. 
Mr. Elliott is a native of Rumford, Maine, and 
a member of the Odd Fellows. He occupies 
premises in the Hathaway Block of the dimen- 
sions of 20x.50 feet. Ready-Made Clothing, 
Hats, Caps and Gent's Furnishings in general, 
are handled very largely, and the latest fash- 
ionable novelties in these goods are early at 



hand and quoted at bottom prices. The servi- 
ces of courteous and well-informed assistants 
are employed, and customers are assured polite 
treatment and honoi-able dealings. 




C. S. Tucker, Manufacturer and Dealer in 
Harnesses, Ti unks and Valises, Carriage Robes 
and Mats, Whips, CurryCombs and Brushes, 
Horse Blankets and Nets, Norway. Those who 
realize the importance of using Harnesses that 
are thoroughly well made in every respect, need 
no persuasion to induce them to buy goods of 
this kind at the establishment conducted by 
Cyrus S. Tucker, for if there is one thing more 
generally known than another in connection 
with this establishment, it is that every article 
sold there is sure to prove exactly as represen- 
ted. For many years the name of Tucker has 
been identified with Norway's indusliial inter- 
ests, the grandfather of the present proprietor 
of the enterprise to which we have reference, 
having founded the undertaking in ]801. Mr. 
Cyrus Tucker was born in Norway and holds 
several positions of honor and responsibility in 
tliis town. He has been clerk of the Norway 
Village Corporation since 1867, and was Town 
Treasurer from 1880 to 1887. For more thau ten 
years he has been connected with the Parish 
Committee of the First Uuiversalist Church 
and he was the first Adjutant of Harry Rust 
Post, No. 54, G. A. R., he having served in the 
army throughout the Rebellion. He is Treas- 
urer of all the Masonic bodies in town and is 
President of the Norway Savings Bank. Mr. 
Tucker not only deals in Harnesses, but also in 
Trunks, Valises, Carriage .Robes and Mats, 
Whips, Curry-Combs and Brushes, Horse 
Blankets, Nets, and in short, all kinds of Elorse 
Furnishings. Notwithstanding the uniform ex- 
cellence of the articles handled by him, his 
prices are low as the lowest, for his facilities 
are unsurpassed, and the large business done 
makes a small margin of profit remunerative. 
Customers are given immediate and careful at- 
tention, and orders of all kinds are promptly 
and accurately filled. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NORWAY. 



Freeland Howe, Insurance Agent. Ox- 
ford County Insurance Agency; Established 
August, 186",, Norway. $275,000,000 is a good 
deal of money, so much, in fact, that no man 
alive can truly realize what au enormous sum it 
is. Yet vast as this amount of wealth is, it 
falls considerably short of the united assets of 
the Insurance Companies represented by Mr. 
Freeland Howe, at 102 Main Street. A single 
one of these corporations (the Mutual Life of 
New York) has $118,000,000 of assets, and there 
is not a company on his list but what may be 
as implicitly depended upon to pay its losses 
as the United States Government to redeem its 
bonds. During all of Mr. Howe's career in the 
Insurance Business (a career extending over a 
quarter of a century), he has proceeded on the 
same principle — that of affording his clients as 
absolute secui-ity as the world had to offer. 
He held the first Agency ever established by 
the famous Travelers' Insurance Company in 
this State, and has done much to bring the 
moral, " Insure in the Travelers'," home to the 
minds of those with whom he had to deal. Mr. 
Howe is a native of Sumner, Maine, and is a 
prominent member of the Free Masons. He is 
most certainly in a position to offer the most 
liberal inducements in the line of Fire, Life and 
Accident Insurance, ana is, at all times, ready 
to give any information in his power to those 
who seek more light on the subject. We give 
a list of the companies represented by Mr. 
Howe, and repeat that no one can offer more 
favorable terms than he. iEtna, Hartford, 
Phoenix, Connecticut, Travelers' Life and Acci- 
dent, of Hartford; New York Life Insurance 
Co., Niagara Insurance Co., Houie Insurance Co., 
of New York; Insurance Co. of North America 
of Penn.; Union Mutual Life, of Portland; 
Mutual Life, of New York; Peoples' Insurance 
Company, of Manchester, N. H. Foreign Com- 
panies — Liverpool, London and Globe; City of 
London ; Northern, of Aberdeen ; Queen, of 
Liverpool. 



G. M. Packai'd, Norway's Leading Milli- 
nery and Fancy Goods House, 11.3 Main Street, 
Norway. In singling out the business enter- 
prises worthy of mention in a commercial his- 
tory of this locality, no surer way can be found 
of arriving at a correct idea as to the compara- 
tive impoitance of any undertaking than that 
of consulting those who would naturally be 
called upon to support it. For example, who 
are more apt to give an intelligent judgment 
regarding the advantages offered by an estab- 
lishment devoted to the sale of Millinery and 
Fancy Goods than the ladies on whom it de- 
pends for patronage ? And if their verdict be 
accepted as a final one, then precedence must 
be given to the enterprise now conducted by 
G. M. Packard. This establishment was found- 
ed in 188.5, by Mrs. W. Moore, who was suc- 
ceeded in 188T by the present proprietress. 
This lady has repeatedly given ample proof 
that she is sufficiently energetic and enterpris- 
ing to afford her customers choice from the 
latest productions of the centers of fashion, 
both in the line of Millinery, Fancy Goods, 
Paper Patterns, and Ladies' Furnishing Goods 



She occupies an attractive store at No. li.3 
Main Street, where all visitors are courteously 
served by three efficient assistants. An in- 
spection of the stock carried will disclose the 
fact that it is not only large but varied, also, 
while inquiry will show that the prices will bear 
the severest comparison with those of other 
houses in this line of ti'ade. Miss Packard's 
taste is too well-known and appreciated to 
call for extended mention, and we will 
simply assure our readers that she is a mis- 
tress of the art of combining trimmings and 
colors, and is ever ready to give her patrons 
the benefit of her skill and experience. 



Messrs. O'Conuor & Owen, Manufac- 
turers and Dealers in Marble and Granite 
Memorial Work, Monuments, Headstones, Tab- 
lets, Curbing, Buttresses, Steps, Building Work, 
etc., etc., done at Short Notice and at Reason- 
able Prices. Rough and Hammered Granite at 
Quarry, or delivered at depot. Designs fur- 
nished and estimates given. Shop Opposite 
Pine Grove Cemetery, P. O. Box 265, Norway. 
The monumental work produced in this coun- 
try today, is far superior to that of a quarter 
of a century ago, for not only has the taste of 
the public been educated of late years, but the 
facilities for the production of first-class work 
have also been greatly improved. The residents 
of Norway and vicinity may well congratulate 
themselves on the opportunity they have to 
procure Monuments, Headstones, etc., of the 
very highest type, near at hand, for the Marble 
and Granite Memorial Work produced by 
Messrs. O'Connor & Owen at their shop, oppo- 
site the Pine Grove Cemetery, as admitted by 
competent judges to be fully equal to the best. 
Indeed thi.s firm should be capable of meeting 
all honorable competition in this line of work, 
for they have had a varied and extensive expe- 
rience in it, Mr. O'Connor having been employ- 
ed by the United States Government for seven 
years, during which time he was engaged in 
Bublic Building work exclusively, on Post 
Office and Custom Houses in St. Louis and Cin- 
nati, also in the War and Navy Depatment. He 
is a native of Portland, and begun business for 
himself in South Paris in 1885. Mr. E. S. Owen 
became associated with Mr. O'Connor in 1888. 
He has had twenty-four years experience at the 
business. Mr. Owen has recently returned from 
the Pacific coast where he has been engaged in 
business one and one-half years. He is a Maine 
man by birth and is well and favoiably known 
in this section of the State. He is a member of 
the Odd Fellows, also of the order of Red Men. 
This firm employs two skilled assistants and is 
prepared to fill all orders at short notice. Their 
prices being placed as low as can be named on 
work of equal excellence. Designs will be fur- 
nished and estimates given on application, and 
communications addressed to P. O. Box 265, 
will receive early and careful attention. Build- 
ing work is also carried on quite extensively 
and Buttresses, Steps, Curbing, etc., are made 
in any desired style. Rough and Hammered 
Granite may be bought here at the lowest mar- 
ket rates, either at the quarry or delivered at 
at the depot, as may be preferred. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NORWAY. 



293 



Kenney & Swett, Dealers in Fine Boots, 
Shoes and Rubbers, Trunks and Valises. Hawk- 
ins Boot a Specialty, Norway. The irapoitance 
of buying good-fittino; Boots and Shoes can 
hardly be overestimated, for an ill-shaped arti- 
cle of foot-wear is not only uncouth in appear- 
ance but is most uncomfortable as well, and in 
not a few cases is positively dangerous to the 
general health. Especially is this the case 
where growing children are concerned, and par- 
ents cannot be too careful, when purchasing 
foot-wear, to see that it is neither too large nor 
too small and that the boot or shoe is properly 
shaped in every portion. The success which 
has attended the business venture of Messrs. 
Kenney & Swett, is largely due to their aprecia- 
tion of the points we have mentioned and their 
intelligent efforts to handle only such goods as 
experience has shown to be both sightly and 
comfortable. Operations were begun in 1887, 
and the progress of the firm has been upward 
and onward ever since. Mr. J. A. Kenney is a 
native of Powual, Maine, while Mr. E. N. Swett 
was born in South Paris. The former gentle- 
man is a member of the Free Masons, Royal 
Arch Chapter, and is also connected with the 
Knights of Pythias. A store measuring 60x30 
feet is occupied, and the stock carried comprises 
a full line of Fine Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, 
a specialty being made' of the "Hawkin't; 
Boot," and those who have tested that celebra- 
ted article of foot-wear need not be told that it 
is one of the most skillfully designed and hon- 
estly made boots in the market. Ladies, gen- 
tlemen, youths, boys and girls — all will find 
goods especially suited to their needs at this 
establishment, and the prices, like the goods, 
are just right in every particular. 



S. B. & Z. S. Prince, Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Norway. The delight which the fair 
sex take in "shopping," has always been a 
a mystery to masculine comprehension, but 
still, if all stores were carried on as is that con- 
ducted by S. B. & Z. S. Prince, the problem 
would be comparatively easy to solve. At the 
establishment to which we have reference, every 
provision is made for the convenience of cus- 
tomers. The store is of the dimensions of 
50x23 feet, and the heavy stock carried is al- 
ways most attractively displayed. The assort- 
ment of Dry and Fancy Goods on hand is both 
varied and complete, and were we to attempt 
to even catalogue the many articles dealt in, 
our space would be exhausted before we had 
half completed the list. In a general way, 
however, we may give some idea of the attrac- 
tions offered by stating that not only is there 
at all times a full selection of the many staple 
articles coming under the head of Dry and 
Fancy Goods, but that the latest fashionable 
novelties in these lines are also surely to be 
found at this popular store. Although a large 
business Is done, no delay is experienced in 
waiting on customers, for the system in force 
is very effective, and the assistants are active as 
well as courteous. S. B. & Z. S. Prince have 
thorreputation of selling at bottom prices, and 
we believe that no discriminating buyer can do 
business with them without cordially agreeing 
that this reputation is fully deserved. Strictly 
one price. 



O. M. Cumminjrs, Livery and Feed Stable; 
Passengers Conveyed to Adjoining Towns at 
Reasonable Rates; Stable on Danforth Street, 
Norway. The difference between an enterpris- 
ing community and one that is of opposite 
tendencies, is chiefly observable in the manner 
in which opportunities are seen and taken ad- 
vantage of in the former and neglected in the 
latter. We believe that Norway has never 
been seriously accused of lack of enterprise; 
but if it has, we fail to see on what the accu- 
sation was based. Certainly the Merchants, 
Manufacturers, etc., here are enterprising 
enough, and another instance of intelligent 
enterprise is that afforded by the Livery and 
Feed Stable maintained by Mr. O. M. Cum- 
mings. This gentleman is a native of Norway 
and a member of the Odd Fellows, being very 
well-known about town. His Stable is located 
on Danforth Street, and is thoroughly equipped 
with Single and Double Teams for general Liv- 
ery purposes. He is also owner of the barge 
"Gypsy Queen," with a seating capacity for 
twenty persons, which he furnishes for ex- 
cursion parties at the most reasonable rates. 
He is also contractor for carrying the U. S. 
mails between South Paris and Norway. Mr. 
Cummings became identified with his present 
enterprise in 1870, and has carried it on in a 
manner that has won for him the cordial ap- 
probation of the many people benefitted by it. 
The vehicles are kept in fine condition, and are 
easy-riding, while the Horses are strong and 
speedy, and very skillfully driven. Mr. Cum- 
mings is very reasonable in his charges, and 
furnishes a most enjoyable excursion for a 
small sum. 



Ang"ust Norway, Crown Laundry, Nor- 
way. When one comes to consider the im- 
mense number of pieces that have to be handled 
in a public Laundry, and the close resemblence 
that one piece has to another, it is difficult to 
see how mistakes are so successfully avoided as 
is the case with the great majority of such es- 
tablishments. Of course each piece is marked, 
or is supposed to be, but even then it would 
seem as if things could not help getting mixed 
much more frequently than they really do. 
Eternal vigilence is the price of success in the 
Laundry Business, and a prominent example of 
what can be done by its exercise, is that afforded 
by the enterprise carried on by Mr. August 
Norway, and popularly known as the Crown 
Laundry. Business is done here under a very 
perfect system, and it is but the simple truth 
to say that annoying and delaying errors are 
few and far between. Mr. Norway, who is a 
native of Sweden, began operations in this 
country in 1888, and his success in building up 
a desirable patronage has been marked, al- 
though not more so than the earnestness of his 
efforts deserve. The guiding rule of the estab- 
lishment is "satisfaction to all," as may be 
seen from the fact that the business is rapidly 
increasing. Three rooms are occupied, and 
every facility is at hand for the carrying on of 
operations to excellent advantage. Hand ma- 
chine only being used. Employment is given 
to competent assistants, and work will be done 
, at short notice and delivered promptly when 
I promised. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NORWAY. 



Gilbert & Foss, Dealers in Gi-oceries, Flour 
Meats and Provisions, Norway. Although 
there are doubtless many people who believe 
that no especial degree of ability is required to 
carry on a retail grocery stoie successfully, as a 
matter of fact it would be difficult to find a 
branch of trade -which calls for more careful 
and skillful management. Of course there are 
some men in the business who let their stores 
run themselves, but the condition of tlieir trade 
is not such as would encourage any good busi- 
ness man to adopt similar methods. A fine 
example of what may be done in the grocery 
line by industry and intelligence, is that afford- 
ed by the establishment carried on by Messrs. 
Gilbert & Foss, in this town. These gentlemen 
founded their present undertaking in 1880, and 
already the amount of their trade gives signifi- 
cant indications of what may be expected in 
the future. Mr. Lewis I. Gilbert is a native of 
Leeds, Maine, and Mr. Walter E. Foss of Wayne, 
in the same State. Both are members of the 
Ancient Order of United Workmen, and Mr. 
Gilbert is also connected with the Odd Fellows. 
Groceries, Flour, Meats and Provisions, are 
very extensively handled, and Confectionery, 
Tobacco and Cigars are also dealt in largely. It 
will thus be seen that the firm is prepared to 
supply housekeepers with everything needed in 
the food line, and the number of families deal- 
ing almost exclusively with this house shows 
how the inducements offered are appreciated. 
Prompt attention is given to all and the prices 
are as low as the goods are reliable. 



W. C. Leavitt, Manufacturer and Dealer in 
Tin Ware and Plumbing Materials, Wholesale 
and Retail, Norway. It would be hard to find 
any article for domestic use of more value than 
Tin Ware, for there is not a housekeeper that 
would know how to get along if she were sud- 
denly deprived of the many utensils made of 
this material. That there is a great difference 
in Tin Ware, everyone of any practical experience 
well knows, and there is nothing surer than 
that in the purchase of this, as of many other 
commodities, it is the most economical to get 
the best. For the best is the cheapest every 
time, and that some of the inferior Tin Ware on 
the market is positively dangerous to the health 
is a well-established fact. In calling attention 
to the Tin Ware manufactured and sold by Mr. 
W. C. Leavitt, we take pleasure in assuring our 
readers that it is thoroughly well made of se- 
lected stock. Indeed this is sogeneially under- 
derstood hereabouts, that Mr. Leavitt does a 
very large business in this line alone, selling 
both at Wholesale and Retail and putting his 
prices as low as circumstances will permit. He 
was born in California and opened his present 
establishment in 1885. Plumbing materials are 
also manufactured and dealt in very extensive- 
ly, and a fine and varied stock of kitchen fur- 
nishing goods is always kept on hand, all the 
useful novelties being included in it, and extra 
inducements being oflfered to all who want a 
good article at a low price. 

C. C. Tebbetts,Hotel and Boarding House, 
Norway. The requirements of a good Hotel or 
of a first-class Boarding House, are comfortable 
accommodations and palatable food, and we 



are confident that it only needs a trial of the 
advantages offered by Mr. C. C. Tebbetts to 
demonstrate to anybody's satisfaction that this 
gentleman knows how to cater to the public. 
He is a native of Lovell, Maine, and is a mem- 
ber of the Odd Fellows, inaugurating his 
present enterprise in 1882. The premises made 
use of comprise three floors, some twenty-five 
rooms being available. There are many Hotels 
where more style can be found than at Mr. 
Tebbetts', but few men care a great deal for 
style, the average individual being much more 
fond of comfort. Well, comfort is to be had 
here if it is anywhere, and such of our readers 
as may wish a homelike place at which to stop 
during their stay in Norway, can do no better 
than to put up at Mr. Tebbetts'. The rooms 
are well-kept and conveniently furnished, and 
the table is supplied with an abundance of 
well-cooked food. Meals may be had at any 
reasonable hour, and the service will be found 
prompt as well as neat and attractive. Mr. 
Tebbetts desires to give no fair-minded person 
a chance to complain of his charges, and when 
his terms and accommodations are compared 
with those noticed elsewhere, they need not 
fear the result. 



N. A. Trafton, Dealer in Cattle, Sheep and 
Lumber, Norway. Few men are better-known 
in this section of the state in connection with 
the purchase of Cattle and Sheep, for the mar- 
ket, than is Mr. N. A. Trafton, for this gentle- 
man has given his attention to the branch of 
trade mentioned for a full score of years, hav- 
ing begun operations in Harrison in 1868. Mr. 
Trafton was born in Harrison and served on 
the board of selectmen in that town for several 
terms. He is connected with both the Free 
Masons and the Odd Fellows, and is as well- 
known socially as he is in a business way. 
Business was begun by him in Norway about 
five years ago, and he is now heavily interested 
in the Lumber trade as well as in the handling 
of Cattle and Sheep, furnishing the Pulp Com- 
pany at Cumberland Mills with about 5,000 
cords of wood per annum. Much of the live 
stock bought by him is shipped to Brighton, 
Mass., and his operations are a decided benefit 
to the community, as they are the means of 
putting a large amount of money in circulation 
just where it is needed — among farmers and 
stock growers. Mr. Trafton has not attained 
his present position without a good deal of 
hard and intelligent work, and it is gratifying 
to note the success of a man who has always 
done business on the principle that "honesty 
is the best policy," and whose word is known 
to be as good as his bond. 



Partricl^e & Danfortb, Millers; Dealers 
in Flour, Corn, Meal, Oats, Shorts, Graham, 
Choice Groceries, Dry Goods, Crockery, Hard 
Ware, Paints, Oils, etc. Store at Norway Lake, 
Mill at Norway. The Grist Mill carried on by 
Messrs. Partridge & Danfortb in this town, 
enjoys a very large patronage, and the general 
store conducted by the same firm at Norway 
Lake, also stands deservedly high in the favor 
of the public. Messrs J. L. Partridge and F. 
A. Danfortb are both natives of this town, and 
their business was inaugurated in 1884. They 
are both personally very generally known 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NORWAY. 



295 



throughout this vicinity. Flour, Corn, Meal, [ 
Oats, Shorts and Graham are dealt in very ex- | 
tensively, for the firm's prices are always in , 
accordance with the lowest market rates, and 
the goods they handle are of standard excel- 
lence. Large or small orders can be filled 
without delay, as the facilities at hand assure 
prompt and accurate delivery. At Norway 
Lake a fine stock of Choice Groceries, Dry 
Goods, Crockery, Hard Ware, Paints, Oils, etc., 
is always to be found, for the firm are con- 
stantly receiving new goods and aim to supply 
their customers with the latest novelties the 
market affords, as well as with all the staple 
articles usually found in a first-class general 
store. The groceries offered have been care- 
fully selected for family use, and will prove 
perfectly satisfactory to the most fastidious. A 
good line of Domestic Dry Goods is carried. 



tity at short notice, and orders for Dimension 
Lumber will be promptly and accurately filled, 
at the lowest market rates. In fact, Mr. Hath- 
away's facilities for the handling of the com- 
modities in which he deals are so complete, and 
his relations with producers are so favorable 
that he is well-prepared to meet all competition 
and to supply perfectly reliable material as low 
as the same can be had anywhere. 



C. Li. Hathaway, Dealer in Lumber of all 
Kinds ; also Dimension Lumber, Doors, Sash, 
Blinds and all Building Material; Office and 
Yard near Depot, Norway. Building opera- 
tions have been much simplified of late years 
by the employment of machinery to do much 
of the work that was formerly done by hand, 
and the result is that a house can be constructed 
much more rapidly and cheaply now than ever 
before. One of the most important depots for 
Building Materials of all descriptions to be 
found in this State, is that conducted by Mr. C. 
L. Hathaway. This gentleman is a native of 
Norway, and became identified with his pres- 
ent business enterprise in 1877. He is very 
prominent in Masonic circles, having taken the 
32d degree, and is also connected with the Odd 
Fellows, the Knights of Pythias and the Grand 
Army of the Republic. The premises utilized 
by him cover some three-quarters of an acre, 
and afford ample space for the storage of a very 
heavy and varied stock of Lumber of all kinds 
and Building Material in general. Doors, Sash 
and Blinds are supplied in any desired quan- 



J. C. Bennett & Co., Dealers in Meats, 
Provisions and Groceries, Norway, Me. The 
average American is a great meat-eater, and as 
the average American is at least the equal both 
mentally and physically of the average person 
of any nationality, it is hardly credible that the 
eating of meat can have the dire effects it is al- 
leged to have, by the vegetarians. To be sure, 
meat to be healthful must come from sound 
animals and be neither too fresh nor too old, 
but it is easy to get meat of this kind if you 
visit the right place, and none better can be 
found than that carried on by Messrs. J. C. 
Bennett & Co., of Norway, Maine. This con- 
cern makes a specialty of the retailing of Meats, 
Groceries and Provisions of all kinds, and is 
prepared to furnish anything required in these 
lines of goods. Evei'y care is taken to see that 
the public is supplied with strictly reliable ar- 
ticles, and as the prices are as low as they are 
in certain establishments where no such pi-ecau- 
tions are taken, it is not surprising that this 
store is a great favorite among discriminating 
buyers, and is patronized accordingly. Orders 
are filled promptly as well as carefully, and 
those who want the best food at low prices, 
should visit this establishment. The individual 
members of the firm are Messrs. J. C. and A. T. 
Bennett, both natives of Maine, and well known 
throughout this community, having been es- 
tablished in business here since 1871. Mr. A. 
T. Bennett is a member of the Odd Fellows, 
and both gentleman are highly respected in so- 
cial as well as business circles. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF — 



WINTHROP. 



^I^HE enrliest name of the jDresent town of Winthrop was " Pond Town." It was 
^S^^: included in the "Plymouth Grant," or "Kennebec Purchase" of land in the 
District of Maine. Its original size was about five miles by eight. The first white 
known to have visited this spot was a hunter named Scott, who, about the middle of 
the eighteenth century, built a hut here and spent several years trapping and fishing 
in this vicinity. The first permanent settler was named Timothy Foster. He bought 
Scott's hut about 1764, but was troubled by creditors whom he seems to have sought' 
to avoid by coming hither. They followed him up, sued him and succeeded for a 
time in imprisoning him, though as the law for imprisonment for debt was very severe 
at that time, it is probable that he was more unfortunate than guilty. x\raong the 
families which now began to come and build up the pioneer town, the most prominent 
were the Needhams, Wyrians, Halls, VVaughs, Blunts, Howes, Floyds, Blys, Snows. 
Boyntons, Hopkins and Chandlers. These were all characterized by the energy and 
perseverance which mark the true pioneers, and under their sturdy efforts the founda- 
tions of the town began to be firmly set. 

The immediate region was rather desolate in its character and appearance and was 
surrounded by large deserted tracts, consequently the early settlers had a very hard 
time and were compelled to exert every energy to maintain their position. But by 
burning large tracts of the timber land and thus forming new and rich soil, they suc- 
ceeded in obtaining sufficient necessaries of life at home for a comfortable living. 
The town now began to grow rapidly, and by 1777 had become large enough to 
inaugurate measures for the establishment of a church, and with this view a lot was 
set apart for the minister. From this early peiiod the town has always enjoyed the 
fame of being one of the most beautiful spots in the State. "Pond Town" was 
incorporated by the Legislature of Massachusetts in 1771, and at that time its name 
was changed to Winthrop, in honor of the first great governor of the Bay State. On 
the same day that it was incorporated, Hallowell, Vassalborough and Winslow also 
received that honor. The first town meeting in Winthrop was held May 6, 1771, a^ 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF WINTHROP. 297 

Bishop's Inn. The first selectmen were : John Chandler, Timothy and Ichabod 
Howe, Robert Waugh and Jonathan Whiting, the latter also being town clerk and 
town treasurer. Although Vv inthrop was a very young town it contributed gener- 
ously to the expenses of the Revolutionary War. In 1778 £30 were subscribed; in 
1779, $260; in 1780, £3,000, and in 1781, 2,850 pounds of beef were forwarded to the 
army. The town also had a number of its citizens in the Continental Army. Great 
enthusiasm for the cause of the colonies was displayed throughout the war. In 1775, 
at the announcement of \v;ir, a military organization was formed, of which Ichabod 
Howard was chosen captain. Thirteen pounds were appropriated at this time for 
powder and lead. Nathaniel Fairbanks and eighteen others went to Cambridge and 
joined the Continental Army after the battle of Lexington. 

In 1771, a temporary preacher liad inaugurated the first religious services in the 
town, and in 1775 a ciiurch was organized, but wns without a pastor for several 
years. The first settled pastor, Rev. David Jewett, came in 1788, but he left after a 
short settlement, and for many years great difficulty was experienced in obtaining a 
regular minister. The Metliodists of the town first met together in 1794, and a 
church was first organized in 1825. The Baptists organized in 1792. 

After the Revolution, progress was rapid up to the first decade of the present cen- 
tury. The town was greatly in favor, during the discussions which arose in 1785, of 
having York, Cumberland and Lincoln Counties set off from Massachusetts, as a sep- 
arate State, and this feeling continued up lo 1820, when Maine was finally set off, 
Tiie town had grown sufficiently to be divided in 1791, the northern section being set 
off and incorporated as "Readfield." Among the early distinguished citizens of 
Winthrop were Capt. Ichabod Harvard, Jonathan Whiting, Justice of Peace and 
Representative in State Legislature in 1788, Col, Nathaniel F^airbanks and Lieut. Col* 
Simon Page. 

The first inn in Winthrop was opened by Squire Bishop in 1767. Among other 
early store-keepers were Mr. John Cole, Maj. Elijah Wood, Capt. Barney Haskell, 
Mr. Joseph Tinkham, Mr. Samuel Holt. The first school in the town was taught by 
Mr. Benjamin Brainard, there being twelve scholars. This number increased every 
yenr until in 1822 the yearly appropriations for the maintenance of the schools was 
$650. The schools of Winthrop have long been marked by the most advanced 
methods and fine facilities, the greatest attention being given to this extremely impor- 
tant part of the town life. The culture of the to\vn citizens has consequently been at 
the highest standard, so characteristic of the towns of New England. Among its 
prominent citizens have been and are many college graduates and professional men. 
The valuation of the town has steadily increased during this century. In 1820, it was 
$111,462.41; in 1830, $244,582 ; 1840, $459,380; 1854, $528,905, At the present 
time the valuation is about 1,000,000 and the population 2,200. In 1840, a survey of 
the town showed that it contained 16,800 acres of land, 8,342 acres of water, 318 
acres of road ; total, 25,540 square acres. 

Winthrop has always been noted for its benevolent and philanthropic spirit, its 
devotion to every good work and interest in every new movement. In 1815, was 
established the " Winthrop Society for the Promotion of Good Morals." InJ816 , j^ 



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movement was inaugurated aiming at the crushing out of intemperance, which was 
one of the early influences which, uniteel with others, succeeded after many years in 
establishing the Prohibitory Law of the State. In the year 1833, the anti- 
slavery sjjirit began to take definite form here and a society was formed to aid in the 
work for the abolition of slavery. From this time forward tlie spirit of freedom grew 
in force, strengthened by the various aggressions of the slave power during the cen- 
tury, and at the outbreak of the war in 1861, it broke forth in an enthusiastic support 
of the government. Men and money were devoted without stint throughout the war, 
and the most unflinching courage and patriotism displayed. Most of the soldiers who 
enlisted from Winthrop were enrolled in the 1st, 3rd, 9th, 11th, loth, 14th, 21th, 24th, 
28th and 29th Maine Volunteer Regiments. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



^v\^IISrTH:ROP, ME. 



LiCvi Joaes & Co.. Retail Dealers in Choice 
Groceries, Flour, Salt, Confectionery and Canned 
Goods, Tea, Coffee and Spices, Winthrop. 
Among the business enterprises of recent estab- 
lishment deserving of more than passing men- 
tion, is that conducted by Messrs. Levi Jones & 
Co., on Main Street. This uudei'taking was 
begun in 1880, and has from the first been man- 
aged with marked liberality, and lias conse- 
quently attained a popularity which many of its 
older competitors have failed to secure. Messrs. 
Levi Jones & Co., occupy three floors each 
measuring 36x60 feet, and waste none of the 
space under their control, for they carry an ex- 
ceptionally varied, extensive and desirable stock 
of Choice Groceries, and strive to keep it so 
complete in every department that all orders 
can be filled without delay and with first-class 
goods. The line of Teas, Coffees and Spices 
carried is a very choice one, and we especially 
ask those who are judges of genuine excellence 
in these commodities to make a careful exami- 
nation of what Messrs. Jones & Co., have to 
offer. Their prices are by no means higher 
than the average but, on the contrary, will be 
found to be as low as the lowest, quality con- 
sidered. Flour, Salt, .Confectionery, Canned 
Goods, and all the staple articles handled by 
this firm are offered at bottom rates, and those 
who give this house a trial order are sure to 
come again. Four capable and reliable assist- 
ants are constantly employed thus insuring 
courteous attention to all customers, and the 
prompt delivery of all orders, and an extensive 
wholesale and retail trade is transacted. The 
individual members of this firm are Mr. Levi 
Jones a native of Temple, Maine, and Mr. L. E. 
Jones of Winthrop, Maine. Both these gentle- 
men are thoroughly conversant with all the de- 
tails of their business 



Winthrop National Bank, Main Street, 
Winthrop. That a well equipped and well man- 
aged National Bank is capable of rendering 
most efficient aid in the development of a com- 
munity is, of course an undisputed fact, and 
there can be no reasonable doubt but that Wiu- 
throp's prosperity is in no small measure due 
to the Bank that bears its name. The Winthrop 
National Bank was established in 1864, and its 
record during the almost quarter of a century 
that has passed since that time, is such as to 
thoroughly justify our local business men in 
putting every confidence in the institution and 
its management. Unquestionably it is often a 
difficult thing to choose between inclination and 
duty, and beyond a doubt the managing officers 
of the bank have repeatedly had to refuse as- 
sistance to local enterprises on account of their 
first duty being to the bank and those interest- 
ed in it. but we believe that whenever such aid 
could be consistently rendered it was given 
promptly, cheerfully and gladly. The financial 
condition of the institution is very strong in- 
deed, and the manner in which all the distur- 
bances, panics, etc., of the last twenty years or 
so have been gone through with shows that the 
interests of the Bank have always been in com- 
petent and faithful hands. The capital is 
$100,000, and at no other time in its history was 
the Winthrop National Bank in a more satis- 
factory condition, or more easily able to con- 
tinue the good work with which it has been 
identified in the past. The President, Mr. C. 
M. Bailey, and the Cashier, Mr. John M. Ben- 
jamin; and the Directors C. M. Bailey, Levi Jones, 
F. H. Mclntire, Charles A. Wing and Henry 
Winslow, are known to all residents of this vi- 
cinity, and their names are enough to define 
the Bank's character and standing. 



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Johu Gower, Book Publications, Maine 
Street, Winthiop. As a representative of an 
important brancli of business, the House of Mr. 
John Gower may be appropriately mentioned 
as one of the leading concerns in Winthrop, 
engaged in the business of Book Publications. 
The business v/ns established in 1880, by Mr. 
Gower, and through his energy and ability dis- 
played in its management, has secured a marked 
success. The premises occupied are located on 
Main Street, and comprise one entire floor. 
The trade of this concern extends throughout 
New England and the Middle States. Mr. 
Gower employs several clerks in his office; he 
has a branch office in Pennsylvania which is 
doing a good business. Some fifty men are em- 
ployed as agents on the road to sell the books, 
the sale of which he controls. As these men 
are nearly all employed on a salary plan, and 
report daily the work they do, the care and re- 
sponsibility involved is equal to that of two 
hundred men employed on commission. Mx-. 
Gower is a native of Winthrop, but has spent 
most of his time for twenty years in the Sub- 
scription Book business in other States and in 
Canada. He is a prominent member of the 
Methodist Church and is active in Sunday- 
school and all other interests of religion. He 
is an earnest temperance worker and takes a 
deep interest in the politics of the day, being 
an active Republican. He combines a thor- 
oughly practical knowledge of the business in 
which he is engaged, with liberality and bus- 
iness ability of a high order; being still a com- 
paratively young man, there seems to be a 
prosperous and honorable future spreading out 
before him. 



C. M. Bailey's Sous & Co., Manufactur- 
ers of and Dealers in Floor, Stair and Carriage 
Oil Cloths, Winthrop. Warerooms, 148 Duane 
Street, New York; 325 Arch Street, Philadel- 
phia. As popular as Oil Cloth is as a floor-cov- 
ering, etc., and as familiar as it is to us all in 
its finished state, there is probably not more 
than one person in a thousand (that is to say, 
in sections where no factory is located) who has 
the least idea of the processes gone through 
with in its manufacture. Yet the details of its 
making are interesting, and did not our space 
forbid, we would give our readers some de- 
scription of the industry as carried on in the 
extensive works of Messrs. C. M. Bailey's Sons 
& Co., at Winthrop and Baileyville. This firm 
ranks with the great Oil Cloth Manufacturers 
of this country, its facilities for the turning out 
of the finished product being immense, and its 
goods being shipped to every portion of the 
Union. The enterprise was inaugurated in 
1847, and during the forty odd yeai's since in- 
tervening, the Bailey Oil Cloths have come to 
be generally accepted as the standard by deal- 
ers and the well-informed public everywhere. 
Extensive warerooms are maintained at No. 148 
Duane Street, New York, and No. 32.5 Arch St., 
Philadelphia, and an immense and complete 
line of Floor, Stair and Carriage Oil Cloths, in 
all the latest patterns, is carried for the in- 
spection of customers. As now constituted, 
the firm is made up of Messrs. C. I. Bailey, E. 
A. Bailey and J. E. Briggs, and under the ener- 
getic yet conservative management of these 
gentlemen, the industry is prospering greatly. 



Employment is given to 200 hands, the monthly 
pay-roll amounting to some $10,000. The Win- 
throp plant covers an area of five acres of 
ground and includes a steam engine of 100 
horse power, while that at Baileyville occupies 
two acres. Some thousand cords of wood are 
consumed annually, and about three hundred 
thousand gallons of linseed oil are also 
utilized. Great pains are taken to secure 
uniformity of manufacture,' and those hav- 
ing a Bailey Oil Cloth may congratulate 
themselves on having the best in the market. 

The Bazaar, Pinkham Block, Winthrop, E. 
O. Kelly, Proprietor.] Dry Goods, Yarns and 
Worsteds, Fancy Goods, Hosiery and Gloves. 
As a general rule it may be said that to attain 
success in the Dry Goods business, requires ex- 
perience and ability. There may be certain 
circumstances or combinations of circumstan- 
ces, that will make it possible for a man having 
neither of these advantages to build up a lucra- 
tive trade, but the chances are certainly all 
against it. NowMr. E.O. Kelly of Pinkham Block, 
VVinthrop, has experience, for his present enter- 
prise was founded in 1882, and as for ability, 
let us briefly examine his birsiness methods and 
judge for ourselves. A good index of any- 
body's business methods, is that afforded by 
the stock carried, and we think that no intelli- 
gent person can inspect the stock offered by 
Mr. Kelly without becoming convinced that 
this gentleman believes in putting the best 
goods obtainable before his customers, and 
quoting prices on the same as low as the low- 
est. The premises occupied are 20x45 feet in 
size and comprises one floor. The assortment 
of Dry and Fancy Goods carried at this estab- 
lishment, which is popularly known as The 
Bazaar, is sufficiently complete to fill all avail- 
able space, and includes a special variety of 
Dry Goods, Hosiery, Gloves, Yarns and 
Worsteds; also a fine line of the latest Fancy 
Goods. Mr. Kelly makes it a rule to misrep- 
resent nothing in the slightest degree, and 
purchasers may depend upon getting what 
they pay for every time. Callers are given 
prompt and polite attention, and a thriving 
and growing retail business done. Mr. Kelly 
is a native of Winthrop and an active member 
of the Free Masons, well-known and highly re- 
spected in the community. 



Winthrop House, J. W. Eaton, Prop., 
There is a Good Stable Connected with the 
House, Main Street, Winthrop. There are 
many attractions to di-aw strangers to the beau- 
tiful town of Winthrop, and not the least of 
these is the Winthrop House, which under its 
present management is without doubt one of 
the pleasantest hotels in the State. Here the 
guest feels at once at home, and although liberty 
is never allowed to degenerate into license, still 
there is a most agreeable absence of that pain- 
ful stiffness and formality, so apparent in many 
houses which aspire to the front ranks. Mr. J. 
W. Eaton, the Proprietor, is a native of Massa- 
chusetts, and is a member of the Free Masons. 
He spares no pains to assure his patrons every 
possible accommodation and his liberal meth- 
ods form a refreshing contrast to those in 
vogue in certain hotels, where the whqle pur- 



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pose of the management seems to be to supply 
the least possible amount of convenience for the 
greatest possible amount of money. The hotel 
the main part measures 40x60 feet, and ell 50x30 
feet, contains 35 rooms, which are very comfort- 
ably furnished and which are kept in the most 
neat and attractive condition. Employment is 
given to five efficient assistants and the wants 
of guests ai-e given immediate and courteous 
attention on all occasions. Mr. Eaton is care- 
ful to supply his table bountifully and with 
choice materials, as he recognizes the fact that 
though we may not live to eat, still eating has 
much to do with our bodily comfort. The cook- 
ing is first-class and the service prompt and 
cheerful. A thoroughly equipi:)ed Livery Sta- 
ble is maintained in connection with the hotel, 
and managed by C. L. York, and teams will be 
furnished at all hours and at reasonable rates. 
There are some good roadsters in this stable 
and the carriages are stylish and easy-riding. 



S. G. Davis, Manufacturer of Barrels, Coal 
Yard and Saw Mill, 'Corner Elm and Union Sts., 
Winthrop. If one-half of what we hear regard- 
ing the rough handling Barrels receive at the 
hands of Expressmen, "Baggage Smashers," 
etc., be true, there are no articles that should 
be more carefully and strongly made, and there 
are but few who have occasion to use barrels 
to any extent but what must feel that the 
greater part of these reports are founded on 
facts, at least. It is therefore only the truest 
economy to provide yourself with Barrels that 
are made to stand rough usage, and as appeai'- 
ances are often very deceitful in this, as in 
other things, the safest way to do is to visit 
some respectable manufacturer and procure 
those well-made, strong, and durable. Mr. S. 
G. Davis, (residence) corner Elm and Union 
Sts., Winthrop, Me., makes a specialty of the 
manufacture of Apple Barrels and we are con- 
vinced that it would be worth some little extra 
trouble to those who use these articles to make 
sure they get those Mr. Davis manufactures, 
lor they are made of selected material and may 
be depended upon to give entire satisfaction. 
In addition to the manufacture of Barrels, Mr. 
Davis has in the same plant a Machine Shop 
and Shingle Mill, which are supplied with all 
necessary facilities for the conduct of the vari- 
ous departments of industry engaged in, and 
operated by a fifteen-horse power engine. He 
has recently secured the water-power formerly 
occupied by the Whitman Agricultural Works, 
and removed his Board Circular there, where 
he will manufacture long and short lumber. 
As soon as the buildings there are completed he 
will remove all his works from his Union St. 
establishment, leaving a very desirable open- 
ing for a shoe shop or any manufacturing re- 
quiring steam-power. Mi-. Davis also ruus a 
Coal and Wood Yard. He is a native of Mt. 
Vernon, Maine, but has resided in Winthrop 
thirty years and is well-known in various en- 
terprises among them as tlie "Pioneer" Capt. 
of Lake Maranocook, owning two steamers, the 
Amarascoggin, licensed to carry two hundred 
passengers, and Annie, a staunch little pro- 
peller. 



C. W. Dilling'haiu, Coffins and Caskets, 
Main Street, Winthrop. Among the most en- 
terprising and successful manufacturers of 
Winthrop, may be found Mr. C. W. Dillingham, 




who carries on the manufacture of Coffins and 
Caskets. Business was inaugurated in 1877, by 
Ml-. Dillingham, who has through his native 
ability and enterprise succeeded in building up 
his present prosperous manufacturing industry. 
The preiuises utilized' by him are located on 
Main Street, and comprise two fioors, each 
28x33 feet in dimensions, and a large manufact- 
uring business is done, employment being given 
to a sufficiently large force of workmen, and as 
the product of the house has met with great 
favor among those interested, the annual out- 
put is constantly increasing. All orders will 
receive pi'ompt and painstaking attention and 
the goods are fully warranted to give the best 
satisfaction. Mr. Dillingham is a native of 
Turner,. Me., and a member of the Odd Fellows. 
He is well-known throughout Winthrop, and is 
highly esteemed for his many excellent qualities. 



Miss A. L. Emery, Dealer in Millinery and 
Fancy Goods. Particular attention given to 
Dress and Cloak-Making; Packard Block, Main 
Street, Winthrop. The past twenty years have 
seen some very pronounced changes take place 
in persons and in things, but in no department 
of trade has this interval of time been more 
prolific of change than in that concerned with 
the handling and production of Millinery and 
Fancy Goods. To say, therefore, that Miss A. 
L. Emery, located on Main Street, Winthrop, 
has carried on the business alludel to since 
1883, is to say that she has proved herself com- 
petent to keep fully abreast of the times, not- 
withstanding the constant changes that are 
taking place in the public tastes. Mi.ss Emei-y 
occupies a store '20x.50 feet, and carries a well- 
selected assortment of goods in stock at all 
times. The thousand-and-one articles that are 
comprised under the head of Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, render the carrying of a complete 
stock of such commodities a practical impossi- 
bility, but we believe that the selection shown 
at this store is fully as large as the average, and 
is certainly made up of much fresher goods than 
is generally the case. The Dress and Cloak- 
Making Department is also very fully stocked, 
and not only are the latest fashions and fash- 
ionable novelties at hand, but ihe prices quoted 
are such as to make it well worth while to pay 
the establishment of Miss Emery an early visit. 
Three very capable assistants are employed, 
and all patrons of this establishment are assured 
entire satisfaction in both goods and work pro- 
duced at this popular house. Miss Emery is 
also Agent for Lewando's French Dye House; 
sole Agent for Butterick's Patterns and Hall's 
Bazaar Forms for Draping Dresses. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



or 



RICHMOND. 



\F the numerous and beautiful towns and cities alonw the banks of the great 
Kennebec, the progressive and delightful town of Richmond is worthy of 
spiecial mention in many respects. Richmond was one of the earliest j^laces settled 
in Maine, and in the Kennebec valley ; as early as 1649, Christopher Lawson bought 
this whole region from the Indians for a mere song, and in 1651 he sold it again to 
Messrs. Clark & Lake who settled here about the same time Gardiner was being set- 
tled. During the French and Indian wars in the early part of the eighteenth cen- 
tury, Richmond was one of the most important points strategically on the whole 
frontier. Fort Richmond was built in 1719 and 1720, and up to the close of the wars 
it was the defensive center and place of refuge for this whole central section ot the 
Kennebec valley. It was twice attacked by the Indians, once in 1722, and again in 
1750, and successfully repelled them each time. After the cessation of the French 
and Indian wars it enjoyed comparative quiet and steady growth up to the time of 
the Revolution, when military matters again held full sway. After the Revolution, 
in which it joined with entire devotion and patriotism, it again continued to grow 
steadily up to the first decade of the present century, when for a time, and until the 
influence of the war of 1812 had been largely recovered from, a depression in the 
growth of the town intervened ; but as the larger business in the river, especially 
through the introduction of the steamboat in the third and following decades of the 
century, developed its industries, Richmond again felt the spirit of growth and pro- 
gressed rapidly for a time. At the time of the Civil War it had reached nearly its pres- 
ent extent, and it entered into that struggle with its old time enthusiasm and dev®- 
tion. It spared neither men nor money, and all contributed to the advance of the 
national cause. Its soldiers enlisted mainly in the 11th, I4th, 15th, 24th, 28th and 
29th regiments, and performed gallant service in the great campaigns throughout the 
war. The town has worthily commemorated the great memories of those who died 
in the war. Since the war the progress of the town, though interrupted by the vari- 
ous panics of the last two decades, has been in the main steady and increasing. The 



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Richmond Academy, a well-known institution was incorporated in 1861. In 1870, 
the population was 2,442 and the valuation $1,242,040; in 1880, the population was 
2,658, and the valuation $1,221,354. At the present time the population has increased 
to about 3.000, and the town gives every promise of yet greater advances in the 
immediate future. 




RICHMOND FROM THE KENNEBEC. 

Richmond is so situated tijat it has a powerful supply of water privileges, both on 
the Kennebec and Mill Brook, and is enabled to offer great advantages to manufac- 
tories and mills. The Richmond Mineral Springs are also well known, and are much 
resorted to. 

In its internal character and government Richmond is one of the most advanced of 
Maine towns. The local offices and all public matters are executed with great care 
and efficiency. Great attention has been paid to education, and its fine schools are 
widely known. It also has a fine public library of well-assorted books, containing 
about three thousand volumes. The sanitary and hygienic status of the town is of a 
high order. The climate is healihful and disease is at a minimum. All matters bear- 
ing on the public health receive the promptest and strictest attention. The religious 
interests of the town are also active and |)rogressive in every good work. The 
churches represent all the leading denominations, and are well supported. All phil- 
anthropical works receive the generous and earnest co-operation of the people. The 
town is noted for its liberality and broad spirit. The business interests of the town 
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known we can not doubt that the manufacturing and commercial interests Avill ex- 
pa'nd here and rapidly develop the rich resources of the town. To the careful fore- 
sight and strenuous exertions of its business, the town in the past has owed the 
largest part of its advance, and 'n the continuation of the same s|)irit of honor and 
-enterprise is its greatest promise, and the assurance of indefinite and well-earned 
growth in pi'osperity and fame. 



LEADING BUSIISrESS MEN 



OF 



RiCHM:oNr). 



Kicbiuoud Water Co., Eicbmond. The 
growing manufacturing interests of Richmond 
rendered some form of water service an abso- 
lute necessity, and the residents of this town 
are to be congratulated on the manner in wbicb 
this necessity has been attended to, for the 
water system now in operation is a credit alike 
to those wlio constructed it, and to tliose who, 
"by giving the project their support, rendered it 
an accomplished fact. The Riclimond Water 
Company has identified with it two gentlemen, 
Messrs. Weston Lewis and Josiah S. Maxcy 
who have done much to earu the gratitude of 
every public spirited resident of Maine, for if 
he be a public benefactor who makes " two 
blades of grass grow where one grew before," 
what shall be said of be wlio, by furnishing an 
abundant and never-failing supply of \^ater, 
promotes the health and comfort of thousands 
of people? The Richmond Water Works were 
built in 1886, and are sufficiently extensive to 
supply a population of from 8,(J00 to 10,000. 
Some six mile^of mains arc now utilized, and 
the water is rawed to an earthen resoivoir, sit- 
uated on the Parks farm some two miles from 
the river, and two hundred feet above it. by 
means of machinery specially designed for the 
purpose by the Blake Manufacturing Company, 
of Boston, Mass. In estimating the power of 
the pump required, a liberal allowance was 
made for all contingencies, and as a conse- ; 
quence the means at hand are entirely adequate 
to maintain a constant and abundant supply of 
water under the most unfavorable circum- 
stances. Tbe pumping station is a delight to 
the eye of the admirer of neatness, for it is kept 
in " spick and span" condition, and those of 
aesthetic tastes will appreciate the tall brick ] 
chimney, it being the most handsomely design- 
ed of any on the Kennebec river. The reser- 
voir has a capacity of one million gallons, and 
its height gives the water such a '' head " that 
a hand-hose is converted into a most efficient ' 



fire engine. As to its quality, it is drawn 
through a system of scientifically constructed 
filters which effectually remove all saw-dust and 
other impurities, and as it originally comes 
from Moosehead Lake, its advantages as a 
drinking water are unequalled. 



W. F. Morgrau & Co., Shoe-manufacturers, 
Richmond. From the shoe-maker at his bench, 
to an establishment similar to that conducted by 
Messrs. W. F. Morgan & Co in this town, is a good 
deal of a step, and yet it is only of compara- 
tively late date that machinery has superseded 
hand-labor in the production of shoes. The 
factory mentioned, is four stories in height and 
measures 50x150 feet, employment being given 
to three hundred hands. The pay-roll amounts 
to some $2, .500 per week and a 150 horse-power 
steam-engine is required to furnish the motive 
power. These are pretty big figures, but this 
is a pretty big concern, and a little considera- 
tion of the methods of management employed 
ill this establishment will go far to show just 
^yhy the goods turned out here are in such ac- 
tive demand. There is no sentiment in busi- 
ness, and if a certain house's productions are 
preferred to those of other concerns, it is either 
because they are superior in quality or lower 
in price. To meet the sharp competition of the 
present day, it is necessary to exercise watch- 
ful care in every department and eveiy detail of 
manufacture, and the system in operation at the 
factory of Messrs. W. F. Morgan & Co., is such as 
to assure this being done. The proprietors are 
residents of Lynn, Mass., and their interests in 
this town are well-attended to by Mr. Daniel P. 
Corcoran, who is a native of Stoneham, Mass. 
He exercises a close and unremitting super- 
vision over the undertaking confined to his 
care, and is entitled to credit for the high po- 
sition held by the Richmond factory. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BICHMOND. 




to order, Main Street, Richmond. The furni 

mime is dear at any price, and more of it i« 
being put on the ma.ket every season We 
take pleasure in calling attention tnfho^ 
ure manufactnred and sold by m' ^^^^ F»»m- 



Flagg & 



essrs. Chas. 



W. G. Webber & Co., Dealers in Flour, 
Groceries and Provisions, Ship Stores and 
Country Produce, Richmond. Among the Rich- 
mond Grocery and Provision Stores that seem 
worthy of more than passing mention, reference 
should be made to that of which W. G. Webber 
& Co. aie the proprietors, located on Main 
Street. This establishment had its inception in 
1881, and has since become one of the best- 
known in the section wherein it is situated. 
The stock on hand is a most comprehensive 
one, for it includes Flour, Staple and Fancy- 
Groceries and Provisions in great profusion. 
One floor and a basement is occupied, each 



on, 01 tins is carefully made from i coveiing an area of 25x7o feet, and employment 



selected stock and is well wnrth fi.«" "j ""1" ! r"'\""" 

IS well vvoith the moderate ; is given 



price at which it is quoted. The house in oues 
up of Ers'^'ch!^""' i"/^'^«' and'is^Se 
eSabHsWn" i.^ iScatrd' '^ ""■ ^''^' 



Their 
Street near 



ti.o Poi) I. — i'" 'v^'"'"^'" "" Main 
^.J^^h"^^ '-^"d «^« premises occupied are 



to a sufficient force of assistants to 
insure all orders being promptly and conscien- 
tiously attended to. Messrs. Webber & Co. 
make it a rule to use their customers fairly, and 
that the latter appreciate this fact is proved by 
very commorlionc ,----«.. ^v-o ^/oi^upiuu are ; the universal confidence manifested in the 

the dimensionrnf''-TS>"''*y'^ ^^'"^^ Aoo's of goods coming from this store; not only the 
other buildimrV,v.«;: • ^ .^^^"^ together with goods but also the prices will be found to be 
kept well Itnoh^^ -n^ ^^^v*^' ^^^^ ^'"ch are all right in every respect, and those who like to 
Ship Office inrlr-i r.^^^ selected goods, place their orders with a concern that will fill 

order in the most sk-n7l'"i'*^"'"^ ^^ made to | them faithfully, without constant watching, 
at short noficp i.iri ':^"'. ^"f* durable manner would do well to patronize the enterprise to 
severest comnarisonir^f^"^'^*^^''' bear the j which we have reference. Messrs. Webber & 
handling nrticlpe nf ^"" *'"Ose of otherdealers C^o. do a large and increasing business, and are 
raent of Finished wT'- '"®"*' ^ ^"e assort- 1 able to offer their goods at the lowest market 
from and anvnno „ <^Z- '^ '^* hand to select I rates, as during the past seven years they have 
niture line s'honlH, t""-''^"^"""^ "^ tJieFi.!- ! established tbe most favorable relations with 
nt A.: p- •^,"."*^ visiting this estab ] wholesalers and producers, and give their cus- 
Funeral DirpnT^.-ZM^'^lf ^ Undertakers and i toraers the full benefit of the same. Mr. Web- 
^^eidiuiiectois the firm also holds a hi^h..... ber is a native of Richmond and well-known 

among our business men, having been engaged 
for twenty years in the photography business 
previous to his entering upon his present enter- 
prise. 



lishment. As 

Funeral Directors the firm also holds a bio-h reo" 



Main street. Richmond. What is con- 

e of the most j advantages attendant upon having a well-ap- 



Mrs. C. R. Wilson, Fancy Good 
Wares, Main Street. Richmond 
ceeded by good judges to be on 
tasty and attractive establ 
is " ' 
Mai 
are 
flou 
do 

Stir. '^r,;-tt;^.,l;r<;S^Hii 

given evidence of the fact h^ n' ^ i-i *; 



Jackson & Curtis, Grist Mill, off Main 

j Sti'feet, Richmond. Considering the large use 

k Small I that is made of Flour, Feed, etc., in every com- 

I munity, it is not necessary to dwell upon the 




tss^g?£l £^.""o?:^.e'".r! 
"sTESoY?,i'i^»t1F"""■-- 
servld ai I i?„ce I e? ,f "' ""S'' '" " •"^'>- 

was opened sbe bas fi Iei"'i?';,;.d?'"";''''"'""" 
nor +i,r.<- 1 ;.. "nea all orders, in a man- 






of this enterprise in their midst. The Mill is 
40x50 feet in dimensions, and thirty horse- 
power is required to run the necessary ma- 
chinery. It has been in operation since 1885, 
and deserves prominent mention among Rich- 
mond's industrial enterprises. Mr. Jackson 
is a native of Cape Cod, and Mr. Curtis was 
born in Perkins. Both these gentlemen are 
well known about town, and their liberal bus- 
iness methods have rendered them very popu- 
lar. Flour is furnished in quantities to suit, at 
the lowest market rates, and the advantages 
derivable from the use of a fresh-ground article 
of this kind are known to every housekeeper. 
Prompt and careful attention is given to orders, 
and the best of Feed, etc., will be furnished at 
the very lowest market rates at all times. This 
firm also deal largely in Carriages of all kinds, 
Mowing Machines, Horse Rakes, and all kinds 
ass es- 1 of Agricultural Implements; also Fertilizers iu 
any quantity at lowest market rates. 



cerned. 



i 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF RICHMOND, 



305 



A. W. Kimball, Photographer and Crayon 
Artist; also Kimball's Improved Crayon Por- 
traits, the most Life-like Portraits that can be 
Produced; a careful examination will convince 
any one of this statement. Orders by mail 
promptly attended to; Main Street, Richmond. 
There aie not a few people who think it neces- 
sary to visit the large cities in order to obtain 
a first-class portrait, and who would laugh at 
the idea of being able to get equally faithful 
and handsomely- finished likenesses at home; 
yet expert Photographers are not confined to 
the important cities by any means, and we have 
no hesitation in declaring without any reser- 
vation whatever, that Mr. A. \V. Kimball is 
able to produce as good work at his studio on 
Main Street, as can be obtained in the State, nor 
do we ask anybody to take our word for it. 
Visit the studio, examine the finished work 
there on exhibitioti, compare it with that turned 
out at establishments of much greater preten- 
sions, and see if you can find its superior. Mr. 
Kimball is a New Hampshire man by birth, 
and was, for several years, a resident of Boston, 
and has had a long and varied experience in the 
practice of his profession. He began operations 
here in 1880, and has steadily increased his 
patronage until now employment is given to 
two assistants, and a large number of orders 
are filled. Photographs of all kinds are pro- 
duced at short notice, and at as low prices as 
can be named on work of this character. A 
specialty is made of Improved Crayon Por- 
traits, and Mr. Kimball's claim that they are 
the most natural and life-like Portraits that can 
be found, is fully indorsed by those who have 
availed themselves of his skill in this direction. 
Orders by mail are given prompt attention, and 
no work is allowed to leave the studio that is 
not fully up to the high standard established by 
Mr. Kimball. 



William S. Hagrar, Coal and Wood, Front 
Street, Richmond. There is every reason to be- 
lieve that the practice of obtaining a winter's 
supply of Coal, during the season when the 
prices on this commodity rule low, will be more 
generally followed this year than ever before 
among those who have sufficient storage ca- 
pacity under their control, for many of those 
who got caught in a corner during the labor 
trouble of last winter, resolved that in the 
future they would seek to protect themselves 
against another experience of the same kind. 
Well, whether you are going to buy Coal in large 
or in small quantities, it is policy to patron- 
ize a reputable firm, and we know of none 
more richly deserving confidence and support 
than that of William S. Hagar, doing business 
on Front Street. The premises are spacious 
and comprise an office 18x1.5 feet in dimensions, 
with yard-room covering an area of half an 
acre of ground, and the stock of Wood and 
Coal carried is correspondingly large, and the 
facilities for handling the same is satisfactory, 
employment being given to three capable and 
reliable assistants, and an extensive retail 
business is done. This enterprise was inaugu- 
rated in 1882, and the business methods pur- 
sued have been such as were bound to inspii-e 
confidence and build up an extensive trade 
and the success attained, although unusual in 
so short a time, is no more than was fairly 
won by hard work and enterprising methods. 
Mr. Hagar is known throughout this commun- 
ity as Postmaster and Justice of the Peace, and 
also as a member of the Free Masons. 



Clark & 3Iillikeii, Saw Mill, off Front 
Street, Richmond. One of the most thoroughly 
equipped establishments of the kind in this 
section of the State, is the Saw Mill carried on 
by Messrs. Clark & Milliken. off" Front Street, 
and as machinery plays so important a part in 
the development of any community depend- 
ant upon manufacturing interests, it is gratify- 
ing to know that the mechanical equipment of 
this mill is equal to the best, thus putting its 
owners in a position to easily meet all compe- 
and maintain their present leading po 



Ricbmourt Marble Yard, E. C. Boston, 
proprietor. Main Street, Richmond. Among 
the customs of days gone by, there are many 
that seem to people of the present time to be 
strange and undesirable, but of them all, there 
was not one more directly opposed to the pre- 
vailing beliefs and practices of to-day than that 
of placing representations of skulls, cross- 
bones etc., upon the memorials of the dead. 
Nowadays the emblems so placed are of a di- 
rectly opposite character and tend to rob death 
of much of its terror, instead of adding to the 
same by ghastly reminders of our common 
mortality. Anchors to signify hope. Angels 
with up-pointing finger — such are the emblems 
called for by the existing state of feeling in the 
community, and when these are well-made and 
properly designed their effect is both consoling 
and commemorative. A house engaged in the 



tltlOn, ^ ^ I „ r~ , 

sition in the trade. This firm began operations | production of all kinds of cemetery work, such 
in 1885, and utilize a very extensive plant, as Monuments, Grave Stones Tablets etc., for 
which covers eight acres of ground, and in- many years and which has attained a high rep- 
cludes a Plaining Mill as well as a Saw Mill, j utation lor the artistic character of its produc- 
Employment is afforded to eighty competent tions, is that carried on by Mr. E. C. Boston on 
assistants, and 125 horsepower is required to I Main Street and popularly known as the Rich- 



run the necessary machinery. Mr. Clark is 
native of Carratunk, Maine, and a Mason, and 
Mr. Milliken a native of West Gardiner, Maine, 
this latter gentleman being a member of the 
Masonic Order, also of the Odd Fellows. Both 
are well known in this community, and the 
enterprise under their control is so managed as 
to be a credit to the town as well as to its pro- 
prietors. Every facility is at hand for the 
prompt and accurate filling of orders, and no 
similar house in the State is in a position to 
offer more advantages to its customers. 

20 



mond Marble Yard. This enterprise was inau- 
gurated by its present proprietor in 1878. The 
premises occupied by him comprise two floors 
each 20X.50 feet in size and employment is given 
to three skilled workmen. It has often been 
remarked by good judges that there is never 
anything to offend the most refined taste in the 
works of this establishment as great pains are 
taken to select appropriate designs, and then 
to carry them out in a thoroughly first-class 
manner. Reasonable prices prevail and orders 
can be filled at short notice. 



306 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF RICHMOND. 



W. T. Hall, Insurance, Front Street, Rich- 
mond. To advise a man to insure his propeity 
nowadays, is a {jood deal like advising him not 
to drop a match into gun-powder or not to go out 
on the street without a hat — these being things 
that no person with an average amount of 
brains would think of doing. Arguments in 
favor of Insurance are no longer required. The 
ground has been thoroughly gone over time and 
time and again, and the experience of years has 
shown the principle to be a correct one, and its 
practical application a duty devolving upon 
every man. {Solvent and well-managed com- 
panies should be chosen, of course, but no 
great amount of trouble is necessary in order to 
accomplish this, for there are agents who rep- 
resent several organizations and who aie too 
well-known and highly esteemed in the com- 
munity to make it possible that they would ad- 
vise the placing of insurance in irresponsible 
corporations. For instance, there is Mr. W. T. 
Hall of this town. This gentleman is a native 
of Bowdoinham, and has been identified with 
Insurance matters for over a quarter of a cen- 
tury, having begun operations in 1861. His 
office is located on Front Street, and those who 
wish to obtain policies as good as gold, or get 
any information relating to Insurance, would 
best serve their own interests by consulting 
Mr. Hall at once. He is a member of the Free 
Masons and is the the Judge of Probate for 
this County. The Niagara and German-Amer- 
ican Companies are both represented by him, 
and Insurance is written by him at the lowest 
rates. 



I. F. Umberhine, Dealer in Hardware' 
Paints. Oils, Iron and Steel, Groceries, Salt, 
Lime, Cement, etc., Richmond. The stock car- 
ried in an establishment like that conducted by 
Mr. I-_F. Umberhine on Main Street, Rich- 
mond, is so varied that even to enumerate the 
articles contained in it would more than fill our 
limited space, and yet these articles are as a 
rule so useful and even indispensable, that we 
hardly know which to call attention to and 
which to omit. Under the head of Hai-dware, 
Groceries, Paints, Oils, Iron and Steel, etc., are 
included scores of goods varying from a ham- 
mer to a pen-knife and embracing an immense 
variety of articles useful in every household. 
Mr. Umberhine is a native of Richmond and a 
member of the Odd Fellows, and is extremely 
well known among the business men of this 
city, having carried on his present business 
since 1885. The premises occupied consist of 
three floors, each 20x63 feet in dimensions, and 
afford considerable opportunity for the dis- 
play of goods dealt in, and in addition to the 
goods already mentioned. Salt, Lime and Ce- 
ment are quite largely dealt in. Those who 
may wish to purchase anything in the various 
lines of merchandise handled by Mr. Umber- 
hine would do well to call and inspect his stock 
before purchasing elsewhere. AH goods are 
sold at the lowest market rates and guaranteed 
to prove as represented. All callers will receive 
the polite and prompt attention which is the 
due of every customer and which has done 
much to gain for this establishment the abun- 
dant popularity it now enjoys. 



A. C. Spanlding' & Brother, dealers in 
Groceries and Paints, Oils, Main Street, Rich- 
mond. A firm that supply reliable Groceries 
at a fair price are, worthy of being liberally 
patronized, and even more decidedly is this the 
case when not only Groceries, but other equally 
useful commodities are furnished in a corres- 
pondingly acceptable manner. Messrs. A. C. 
Spaulding & Brother have done business here 
in Richmond ever since 1S7I, and the record 
they have made for fair dealing and active en- 
terprise, is one of which tliey have abundant 
reason to be proud. Their establishment is 
located on Main Street, where two floors are 
utilized of the dimensions of 2.5x70 feet, and 
employment is given to three competent assis- 
tants. The firm is made up of Messrs. A. C. 
and M. E. Spanlding, both of whom were born 
in Carratunk; the latter being a member of the 
Odd Fellows and of the Knights of Pythias. 
A very large stock is carried, comprising choice 
Staple and Fancy Groceries, Corn, Flour, Feed 
etc., together with a full selection of Paints 
and Oils of standard quality. Every provision 
has been made for the accommodation of family 
trade, and the supplies furnished, will be found 
specially adapted to household use. Ready 
mixed Paints, which have become so popular of 
late years, are handled largely, one of the 
favorite brands being the "Atlas" which is 
made by Messrs. Geo. D. Wetherill & Co., of 
Philadelphia, and is guaranteed to give satis- 
faction when properly used. Messrs. A. C. 
Spaulding & Brother, do not confine themselves 
however to handling the productions of any 
one house, and their assortment of Painters' 
supplies is a large and desirable one. 



Caldwell & Libby, Shoe Manufacturers, 
off Main Street, Richmond. If Maine contin- 
ues to develop her Shoe-manufacturing indus- 
try at the same speed that it has been extended 
during the past decade, it is only a question of 
time when she will pass even Massachusetts in 
the race for supremacy. This is not the place 
to pass in review the many advantages which 
the State possesses in the way of manufacturing 
facilities, etc., and indeed the manner in which 
outside manufacturers have been improving 
these advantages of late, shows conclusively 
that they are already generally known and ap- 
preciated. One of the Shoe-manufacturing 
houses of comparatively recent establishment, 
is that of Messrs. Caldwell & Libby, located 
off Front Street. This enterprise was inaug- 
urated in 1887, and occupies a two-story build- 
ing measuring 45x100 feet. The latest improved 
machinery is utilized in this factory and the 
character {and quantity of the product shows 
that the one hundred and fifty hands employed 
are skilled and experienced workmen. Mr. 
Caldwell is a native of the old Bay State, while 
Mr. Libby is a Maine man, having been born in 
Bethel. He is a member of the Odd Fellows, 
also the Grand Army, and gives close attention 
to the various details of the business. The 
goods produced at this factory meet with a 
ready sale, for they are uniform in quality and 
are supplied at the lowest market rates. This 
enterprise is evidently destined to develop 
largely and under present methods of manage- 
ment, this development cannot be long delayed. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF RICHMOND. 



307 



Warren S. Voter, Meats and Provisions, 
Front Street, Richmond. Many of our readers 
can no doubt sympathize with the individual 
who, when a friend sought to console him for 
the toughness of the meat he was chewing by 
reminding him that "exercise was healthy," re- 
plied that he preferred to take his meals and 
his exercise at different times. Even the most 
sweet-tempered person can be excused for ex- 
hibiting some anger or disgust when forced to 
wrestle with meat which is better fitted for 
shoe-leather than for food, especially when as 
is often the case, a high enough price has been 
paid to insure the procuring of the finest and 
choicest cut. But there are concerns engaged 
in the Meat and Provision trade which honestly 
strive to give full value for money in every case, 
and although mistakes may be made occasion- 
ally, they are always ready and willing to make 
proper amends for the same. It is owing to its 
adoption of this policy that the house of War- 
ren S. Voter, doing business on Front Street, 
has attained so high a reputation and built up 
so large a business and we can sincerely com- 
mend this concern to all of our readers, who 
want a good article at a fair price. The busi- 
ness was started in 1887, by the present pro- 
prietor, who is a native of Phillips, Me., and a 
member of the Odd Fellows. One floor meas- 
uring 20x4.5 feet is occupied and a fine and com- 
plete stock of Meats, Provisions, etc., is carried. 
Capable assistants are employed and customers 
served with politeness and celerity. Mr. Voter 
enlisted in the Southern Rebellion in the 28th 
Me. Vols., and was actively engaged in the 



Siege of Port Hudson, Donalsonville and the 
Red River and others in the Southwest, and is 
Commander of John Merrill Post, G. A. R., of 
Richmond. 



Harmon Smith, dealer in Dry Goods, 
Groceries, Flour, Richmond. Among the vari- 
ous popular and growing enterprises of Rich- 
mond, which bear mark of increasing prosper- 
ity, is the establishment of Mr. Harmon Smith 
located on Main Street. The proprietor estab- 
lished this business in 1854, and has since con- 
ducted its afiairs with increasing facilities and 
signal success. The premises occupied for 
trade purposes, comprise a store 20x60 feet in 
dimensions, where a full and oottiplete stock of 
Dry Goods, Groceries, Flour etc., are kept. 
The facilities possessed by the proprietor for 
obtaining a choice supply are unsurpassed 6y 
any contemporary concern. The greatest care 
is taken by Mr. Smith in selecting his choice 
and varied stock which is highly esteemed, by 
the citizens of Richmond for their excellence 
and low prices. Employment is given to two 
clerks, who are polite and prompt in their at- 
tention to the many customers, and every facil- 
ity is at hand for the conduct of the jarge and 
prosperous retail trade. Mr. Smith is a native 
of Litchfield. He is a very able business man, 
and through his prompt and honorable methods 
the present large and successful business has 
been built up ; which has won for him an emi- 
nently fine reputation throughout Richmond. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



-OF- 



CANTON. 



^ AN TON, the easternmost town of Oxford County, is one of the most beautiful 
^ and charming in all this attractive region. It is about six miles in length by 
nuie broad, and is divided into two sections by the Androscoggin river, which runs 
through in a nearly easterly direction. This together with Whitney Pond and Brook 
furnishes six good water-powers. This power can be developed to a very great ex- 
tent, and the business prospect it affords is very promising. Especially near Whitney 
Pond, the fine water privileges have already established a considerable business in- 
terest, forming the commercial center of the region. Here are large saw, lumber, 
stave and grist mills, manufactories of carriages, zinc wash-boards, moldings, furni- 
ture, tanneries and foundries. The town is surrounded by the hills, which form a 
protection to the smooth plain in which it sets. The scenery is very beautiful, the 
soil fertile and the agricultural interests are considerable. At Canton Point, there 
was formerly a lieadquarters of the Indians in this vicinity, who named it Rokomeko. 
This tribe was entirely enterminated by small-pox during the French and Indian 
wars. As usual through the river-valleys of the State, occasional reminiscenses of 
the former inhabitants are found in the shape of skeletons and implements of stone, 
for Rokomeko was the chief burying-place of the tribe. The town was first settled 
by the English in 1790, Wm. Livermore, Wm. French, Joseph Coolidge, and Alexan- 
der Sheppard, being the pioneers who first established themselves here. The place 
was included in the tract known as Phipps' Canada. It grew quite rapidly, and was 
incorporated as a part of Jay in 1795. It was set off from Jay and incorporated as 
Canton in 1821. It took an honorable and devoted jjart in the Mexican and Civil 
wars, the memories and traditions of the latter being most tenderly cherished. Most 
of its growth has been since the war of the Rebellion. Its population in 1870 was 
984 ; valuation $395,993 ; population in 1880, 1,030 ; valuation, |367,G93. Since the 
last census there has also been considerable advance and business expansion, and by 
1890 it will have made large increase on the last census. Canton is twenty miles 
northeast of Paris, and sixty miles from Portland. It is situated at the terminus of 
ihe Rumford Falls & Hucktield Railroad. It is easily accessible and forms a most de- 
lightful summer residence, the surrounding country furnishing every rural attraction 
and recreation. The rates of accomodation are very low and the attractions are 
among the best. The town socially, educationally, and morally, is among the most 
advanced in the State, and is worthy of the pride which its citizens take in its condi- 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF CANTON. 



309 



tion. The business outlook is brightening every year as its unexcelled attractions 
become better known, and as this part of the State contitiues to develop, from the 
natural sequence of existing causes, Canton will go forward in the van; and guided by 
the same foresight and enterprise which has characterized its people in the past, will 
continue to maintain its enviable reputation. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



CAISTTON, ME. 



Canton Steam Mill Company, (Gilbert- 
ville), Canton. The principal explanation of 
the marvelous quickness with which a large 
structure can be erected at the present day, is 
found in the practice of shaping the necessary 
timbers, etc., in large quantities by the aid of 
Steam power and ingenious machinery. To 
such perfection has this been brought, that it is 
said that the framing, etc., of a building of any 
desired size can be ordered from many of our 
large mills and shipped to any point where 
labor and material are dear, and there put to- 
gether, with the certainty that as good a job 
will be made as if the shaping had been done on 
the spot. The Canton Steam Mill is probably 
as well equipped as any similar establishment 
in the country for the accurate and satisfactory 
fining of orders of this kind and the heavy bus- 
iness done, shows that the advantages it offers 
are fully appreciated by builders and others. 
The Canton Steam Mills weie established .in 
1879, and the Company was composed of Messrs. 
C. H. and Z. E. Gilbert and Mr. O. A. McFad- 
den, all being natives of Maine. Since January 
1, 1888, it has been under the management of 
Mr. George B. Staples, who is a native of Car- 
thage, Me. This mill has gained a reputation 
for thorough and accurate work that is unsur- 
passed, and it is no more than just to give it 
credit for the success attained. The energies 
of this enterprise are devoted to the manufact- 
uring of Long and Short Lumber, and the prem- 
ises utilized consist of two floors each covering 
an area of 116 by 50 feet, besides an engine 
house. This mill is supplied with tbe most im- 
proved methods of machinery which is opera- 
ted by an engine of 175 horse power. The ex- 
tensive business done requires tbe employment 
of 50 competent bands, and all work entrusted 
to this company will be executed in the most 
skillful and energetic manner possible. 



J. TV. Thompson, Editor and PubHsher of 
The Maine Horse Breeders' Monthly; terms, 
$1.00 Per Annum. Circulation Larger than any 
Paper in Maine, outside of the Cities ; write for 
Advertising Rates and Sample Copies; Canton. 
The wonderful improvement which has taken 
place in American horse-flesh within compara- 
tively few years, is not the result of accident, 
by any means, but the legitimate outcome of 
hard, persistent and intelligent work, and the 
expenditure of large sums of money. Ameri- 
can trotting stock is, as every ordinarily well- 
informed person knows, the best in the world, 
and the steady lowering of the mile record 
from year to year, proves that the limit of speed 
and bottom is not yet reached. That the re- 
sults attained have been brought about by ju- 
dicious breeding is also generally understood, 
and that those engaged in this work should be 
encouraged by the public, is as obvious as that 
the general average of horse-flesh is continu- 
ally being raised by such operations. The 
horse breeders of this State are among the 
most advanced in the country, and that they 
form a numerous as well as an influential class, 
is proved by the circulation of the Maine Horse 
Breeders' Monthly— their representative paper 
—being larger than that of any other publica- 
tion in the State, issued outside the cities. The 
paper in question was founded in 1879, by Mr. 
J. VV. Thompson, a gentleman who is a recog- 
nized authority on all matters pertaining to 
horses and horse-breeding. He is a native of 
Turner, Maine, a member of the Free Masons, 
and is widely known — aside from his jouinal- 
istic capacity — as the author of that standard 
work, •■Noted Maine Horses," which was pub- 
lished in 1874. In 1886, in response to an earn- 
est and pressing demand, a second volume was 
issued, and the reception given to it has been 
cordial and flattering, the edition being already 



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nearly exhausted. Mr. Thompson was, for 
several years, President of the Canton Driving 
Association, and v?as unanimously reelected 
at the last annual meeting, and to him credit is 
largely due for the fine Driving Park, conceded 
to be one of the fastest and best tracks in the 
State. The Maine Horse Breeders' Monthly is 
indispensable to all engaged in that industry, 
and is both interesting and valuable to every 
lover of the delights of the road and track. It 
is published at $1.00 per annum, and for obvi- 
ous reasons is one of the best advertising medi- 
nms in New England, especially for goods de- 
signed for the use of horsemen. Mr. Thompson 
acts as Editor and Publisher, and is ever on the 
alert to furnish the latest and most reliable in- 
formation to his readers. Being thoroughly 
devoted to his work, be is constantly trying to 
improve his paper in every possible way, and it 
supplies a place which could be filled by no 
other publication of which we have knowledge. 



of the Free Masons. He began operations in 
1874, and with the exception of one year has 
always carried on business alone. 



C. H. Lucas, Manufacturer of 
the Little Giant Screw Driver, suc- 
cessor to Lucas & Bishop; also man- 
ufacturer of Watchmaker's Fine 
Tools of all kinds. A specialty is 
made of the manufacture of all kinds 
of Small Machinery, Patent Novel- 
ties, etc. Also Dealer in Plain, Gal- 
vanized and Enameled Steam, Gas 
and Water Pipe; all kinds of Valves 
Furnished. (Canton. As might nat- 
urally be supposed, the Tools used by 
Watchmakers require especial skill 
in their making, and the plant nec- 
essary to an establishment devoted 
to their manufacture is both exten- 
sive and costly. Among the best 
equipped fnctories of the kind with 
which we are acquainted, a leading 
place is held by that carried on by 
Mr. C. H. Lucas, and the popularity 
of his productions among Watch- 
makers throughout New England, is 
convincing evidence of their unusual 
merit. Mr. Lucas not only makes 
Fine Watchmakers' Tools of all kinds. 
but is also extensively engaged in 
the manufacturing of Small Machin- 
ery of every description. Patent Nov- 
elties, etc., making a Specialty of 
this work and having every facility 
to carry it on to the best advantage. 
He is the manufacturer of the Little 
Giant Screw Driver, which was pat- 
ented May 11, 1886, and has already 
become famous as one of those in- 
genious and efiicient time saving devices for 
which American inventors are celebrated. Mr. 
Lucas does his own blacksmithing, maintaining 
a well-equipped shop for that purpose, and also 
carries on the Jewelry and Watch-Repairing 
Business, this branch being in charge of Mr. 
Jonas B. Look, than whom no more thoroughly 
competent person could be found, as he is a 
practical Watch and Clock Repairer of large 
experience, and does work that is guaranteed 
in every respect. Mr. Lucas is a native of 
Hartlord, Maine, and is a prominent member 



J". H, Hamlin, Dealer in Gent's Furnish- 
ings, Fancy Groceries, Farmers' Produce, Flour, 
etc., Canton. It is seldom that an enterprise of 
comparatively recent establishment shows such 
evident signs of prosperity as does that carried 
on by Mr. J. H. Hamlin in this town, and this 
success is all the more worthy of special men- 
tion from the fact that it has been brought 
about by strictly legitimate means, and not by 
the questionable methods too often followed at 
the present day. Mr. Hamlin was bom in 
Waterford, Maine, and is a member 'j( the 
Knights of Pythias. He is thoroughly acquainted 
with the various details of the business in 
which he is engaged, and as he gives them 
close personal attention, customers may safely 
depend upon a continuance of the prompt serv- 
ice and liberal methods which have already 
made his establishment so popular. The prem- 
ises utilized are of the dimensions of 50x25 feet, 
and are well-stocked with a carefully selected 
assortment, comprising Fancy Groceries, Gen- 
tlemen's Furnishings, Farmers' Produce, Flour, 
etc. Mr. Hamlin only began operations in 1888, 
and his stock is consequently new and fresh in 
every department. He is constantly adding to 
it, and is evidently determined to give his cus- 
tomers the best goods obtainable, at prices that 
will bear the severest comparison with those 
named elsewhere. 



A. S. Shaw & Co., Retail Dealers in Fine 
Boots and Shoes, Canton. A man who knows 
what the public wants in his line of business, 
and has the disposition and the ability to sup- 
i>ly that want, is bound to make a success in 
whatever he undertakes, and those familiar 
with the methods followed by Messrs. A. S. 
Shaw ife Co., since they began operations here 
in 1888, need not be told that this firm have 
shown precisely the ability indicated. The 
assortment of Fine Boots and Shoes to be found 
in their store is worthy of particular mention 
for a variety of reasons, not the least of which 
is that it is composed entirely of new, fresh 
goods, made by the most popular manufacturers. 
There is room enough to carry a large stock 
for the store occupied measures 50x20 feet, and 
as a matter of fact, both in extent and variety, 
the stock on hand is hard to equal. Boots and 
Shoes for all kinds of feet are handled. If you 
have children bring them here, for they can be 
fitted with Shoes that will both look well and 
wear well, and every one knows that a hand- 
some and durable child's Shoe must be made 
carefully, from good stock. Yet the prices 
quoted on such goods are very low, as they are 
on all the styles dealt in by this enterprising 
firm. In Youth's, and Misses' Shoes there are 
also genuine inducements offered, and when 
we come to goods for adults, the best we can 
say is, go and see for yourself, for our space for- 
bids even a hint at what may be expected in 
this line. A Specialty is made of Repairing, and 
the character of the work turned out is first 
class, the charges made being very reasonable 



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Nathan Reynolds, Dealer in Drugs, Medi- 
cines, Books and Stationery, Wall Paper, Paints. 
Oils, Varnishes, etc.. Canton. One of the most 
popular establishments which we have met with 
in preparing this work, is that carried on by 
Mr. Nathan Reynolds. It was founded by its 
present proprietor in 1883, and the reputation 
since gained speaks well for the methods em- 
ployed by its manager. Mr. Reynolds was born 
in this town and is a member of the Odd Fel- 
lows, He deals in Drugs, Medicines, etc., as 
well as in Books and Stationery, Wall Papei-, 
Paints, Oils, Varnishes and kindred goods, and 
does a large business both wholesale and retail. 
It is Mr. Reynolds' endeavor to supply his cus- 
tomers with first class articles, strictly reliable 
in every respect, and he takes special pains in 
case of Drugs and Medicines as so much often 
depends upon tbe quality of such articles. Buy- 
ing from the most leputable manufacturers and 
dealers, it is certainly no fault of his if his goods 
are not invariably up to the highest standard of 
merit. A fine selection of Books is to be found 
at his store, and fasiiionable and business Sta- 
tionery in considerable variety, while the stock 
of Wall Paper comprises the latest and most 
popular designs and is offered at very low rates. 
Paints and Oils are handled extensively and the 
Varnishes on sale are from the best makers and 
may be depended upon to give full satisfaction 
if properly used. Customers are assured prompt 
and polite attention for Mr. Reynolds gives the 
business his careful, personal supervision. Mr. 
Reynolds has recently added to his stock a large 
assortment of Spectacles and Eye Glasses and 
can save his customers much trouble occasioned 
by buying of peddlers or parties away from 
home and furnish the goods at much lower 
prices. 



S. Bicknell & Son, Manufacturers of Track 
Wagons; also General Jobbing, Canton. IIow- 
ever much people may differ concerning the 
relative merits of certain articles manufactured 
in this country, and also in England, there are 
other productions in which there can be no 
question but what we lead the world, and pi'om- 
inent among these are Wheeled Vehicles of all 
kinds. Of course it would be idle to dispute 
that many English Carriages are imported into 
the United States annually; but this is no proof 
that they equal those produced here, for there 
are unfortunately some so-called Americans 
who would put up with the most cumbersome 
and inconvenient contrivances as long as they 
were " English, you know." There are Wag- 
ons made here in Canton which will compare 
favorably with the very best imported produc- 
tions, and are sold at prices far below those 
quoted on such Vehicles. We have ref- 
erence to the articles turned out by Messrs. S. 
Bicknell & Son, foi', although the firm do not 
manufacture nearly so many Vehicles as some 
houses do, still what they do make may be re- 
lied upon absolutely. Selected stock and care- 
ful workmanship combine to produce the best 
results, and customers get the full value of 
their money, both in beauty and durability. 
Operations were commenced in 1886, and a 
thriving business has already been built up, not 
only in Wagon Making, but also in General 
Jobbing in Wood- Work, for which the firm 



have every facility. Both partners are natives 
of this town, and Mr. F. E. Bicknell is very 
prominent in Odd Fellowship. Two floors of 
the dimensions of 20x30 feet are occupied, and 
orders are filled at short notice and at moderate 
prices. 



Cliilds ^ Staples, General Store, (Gil- 
bertville) Canton. The amount of detail iii- 
volved in the carrying on of any retail busi- 
ness is more or less large, but it is particularly 
noticeable in an establishment where a General 
Variety of Goods are handled. But the re- 
wards of intelligent exertion in such a case are 
directly proportionate to the difficulty of the 
task, for some of these general stores are more 
largely patronized than any other establish- 
ments outside the cities. When $28,400 worth 
of goods are sold at retail from a single store 
in a little over eleven months, there must be 
good management somewhere, and the public 
must have learned that special advantages were 
to be gained by dealing with this house, and as 
this is the record held by Messrs. Childs & 
Staples, the obvious conclusion is that this is a 
good store to patronize. Novv this conclusion 
is in perfect accord with the facts, for not only 
does the firm mentioned carry a stock that is 
complete in every department, but they quote 
prices on it that can hardly be equalled in this 
section, when goods of similar merit are con- 
cerned. Being very large buyers, they get ex- 
ceptionally low rates from manufacturers and 
wholesalers, and as their business increases, 
their power to offer genuine inducements in- 
creases, also. The enterprise was started in 
1885, by Messrs. Oscar Childs and George B. 
Staples. The former is a native of Canton and 
the latter was born in Cartilage, both being 
connected with the Odd Fellows, while Mr. 
Childs is a member of the Free Masons, also. 
The premises in use comprise three floors, two 
of which measure 60x25 feet, while the other is 
25x30 feet in size. A large storehouse is also 
utilized, its dimensions being 40x22 feet. A re- 
markably fine assortment of Clothing, Boots 
and Shoes, etc., is offered in connection with 
the many other goods handled, and any one 
dealing with this house has the satisfaction of 
knowing that every article is sure to prove as 
represented. 



Geo. F. Towle, 

Dealer in the Cele- 
brated Wilcox& White 
Parlor Organs, and 
Haines Bro.'s Pianos. 
Also Musical Instru- 
ments and Merchan- 
dise; Violin Strings 
a Specialty. Busi- 
ness Manager of 
Towle's Orchestra,^ 

Organized in 1859; " 

Little Arcade. Canton. "Music hath charms 
to soothe the savage breast;" no doubt but it 
hath charms to accomplish a still more satis- 
factory result— make home what it should be, 
the pleasantest spot on earth. Anything that 
will promote good feeling in the domestic circle 
is to be encouraged, and certainly nothing is 




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more valuable in this respect than music for a 
good, hearty family chorus is pleasant alike to 
singers and heai-ers. A Musical Instrument is, 
therefore, almost a necessity in every home, and 
for all around purposes the choice lies between 
a Piano and an Organ. Some will prefer the 
one and some the other, but one thing should 
be insisted upon — get a first class Instrument, 
for such is not only the best but the cheapest 
in the end. A visit to the establishment of Mr. 
Geo. F. Towle will demonstrate the fact that 
a first-class Piano or Organ may be bought at a 
very low price, comparatively speaking, for this 
gentleman handles the celebrated Haines Bro.'s 
Pianos and the Wilcox & White Organs, the 
I'eputation of which is wide-spread and unsur- 
passed, and is prepared to quote bottom prices 
on both these popular instruments. He also 
deals in Musical Instruments in general, to- 
gether with Musical Merchandise, making a 
Specialty of Violin Strings of the most desirable 
quality. Mr. Towle is a native of Gardiner, 
Maine, and began operations here in 1878. He 
is a member of the Free Masons and is very ex- 
tensively known in musical circles in this State, 
being the Business Manager of Towle's Orches- 
tra, which was organized by him in 1859, and 
has remained in existence continuously since 
that date. The Orchestra is very popular, and 
may always be depended upon to furnish tho- 
roughly artistic music for all occasions. 



M. B. Thome.s, Druggist, Canton. To 
carry on a Retail Drug Store in the manner 
which is demanded by the present state of 
popular sentiment, is by no means so easy a 
task as many of our readers are probably dis- 
posed to believe, for we have noticed that the 
average man has but an imperfect conception 
of the true scope of a Pharmecist's duties. To 
discharge these in a proper manner, one must 
have a technical education as well as business 
ability and training, and there is hardly a 
branch of trade necessitating such close and 
arduous attention and confinement. Fortu- 
nately, however, we have many gentlemen in 
this State capable of carrying on an establish- 
ment of this kind in first class style, and among 
them it is but just to notice Mr. M. B. Thomes, 
who is located in this town. Mr. Thomes was 
born in Denmark, Maine, and inaugurated his 
present enterprise in 1878. His record since 
that date amply justifies our estimation of him, 
and in this we are supported by the public he 
has served so faithfully. His store measures 
45x20 feet, and contains a skillfully chosen 



stock of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals, ob- 
tained from the most trustworthy sources, and 
renewed at frequent intervals. Physicians' 
Prescriptions are compounded with great care 
and accuracy, and the prices quoted in this de- 
partment are as low as is compatible with the 
quality of the ingredients called for. Orders 
are filled at the shortest possible notice, and 
whether Medicines, Fancy and Toilet Articles, 
or anything kept in a Firsr-Class Drug Store are 
required, we know of no better place at which 
to obtain them. 



C. R. Houg-liton, Dealer in Cartridges, 
Powder, Shot and Caps, Fishing Tackle, Guns 
and Revolvers, Stoves, Tin and Hardware, Lead 
Pipe, Sheet Lead, Agricultural Implements, 
Hammocks, Phosphates, Cutlery, Granite, Ag- 
ate and Wooden Ware, Pumps, Zinc, Fence 
Wire, Grindstones, Glass, Putty, Cordage, Etc,, 
Iron, Steel and Blacksmiths Supplies, Barb and 
Plain Fence Wire, Wire Screen Cloth, Canton. It 
would be hard to find an establishment contain- 
ing a more varied and more useful stock than 
that carried by Mr. C. R. Houghton, for this 
gentleman deals in Stoves, Tin and Hardware 
of every description besides a number of other 
articles which will be mentioned later. He was 
born in Woodstock, Maine, and is connected 
with the Free Masons, opening his present store 
in 1887. The premises utilized, cotnprise three 
floors of the dimensions of o0x36 feet each, as 
well as a commodious store house in which is 
kept a full assortment of Agricultural Imple- 
ments. Poultry Netting, etc. He is a manufact- 
urer of Tin Ware and offers special inducements 
to those wishing anything in this line. Stoves 
of all kinds are kept in stock or will be obtained 
at short notice and the prices quoted on them 
are in every instance in accordance with the 
lowest market rates. Lead Pipe and Sheet 
Lead are supplied in quantities to suit as are 
also Iron and Steel and Blacksmith's Supplies 
in general as well as Barbed and Plain Fence 
Wire and Wire Screen Cloth of standard quality. 
Cutlery, Granite, Agate and Wooden Ware are 
kept in great variety, together with Pumps, 
Zinc, Grindstones, Glass, Putty, Cordage, etc. 
Quite an extensive trade is done in Phosphate, 
and a carefully selected stock of Sporting Goods 
is at hand to choose from, comprising Fishing 
Tackle, Guns and Revolvers, Cartridges, 
Powder, Shot, Caps, Wads, etc. Prices are low 
in every department and prompt attention is 
given to customers. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF- 



FREEPOET, ME. 



^NE of the most progressive and Avidely known towns of the Maine coast is 
Freeport, Cumberland County, situated at the head of a fine harbor opening 
into Casco Bay. In the earlier half of the century it was one of Maine's great ship- 
ping towns. Like Portland, Kennebunk, Bath, Boothbay, its harbor was frequented 
by in and out-going vessels, and on its docks there Avere always being made great 
monarchs of the deep ; but like many other towns, its shipping fame has j)assed away. 
This interest, which developed continually after the Revolutionary War, reached its 
climax in the decade between 1850 and 1860. In one year ten great ships, from seven 
hundred to twelve hundred tonnage, were launched, and its commerce went upon all 
waters. In 1860 its population was two thousand seven hundred and ninety-two. 
But the disastrous effects of the war and succeeding years were fatal to its ship- 
building interests. There is yet hope that these will revive, and in these later years, 
when the prospect for American shipping has begun to brighten, signs of regenera- 
tion have appeared. The population of the town in 1870 was two thousand four 
hundred and fifty-seven ; since then it has risen to about its former level. But the 
enterprising spirit of Freeport's citizens was not conquered by one rebuff. Since the 
war, increasing attention has been given to manufacturing, and this interest has now 
reached considerable importance. There are two good Avater powers in the town, 
situated respectively on the Harrasekett and Royal Rivers. The harbor is excellent 
also for commerce, connections being easy with Portland and Boston, and transporta- 
tion cheap. The town is also on the line of the Maine Central R. R. Agriculture 
and the fisheries still receive considerable and profitable attention as well as manu- 
facturing, though the tendency of things is clearly in the latter direction. Among 
the most important industries are those of fire-plates and shoes. There are four 
villages in Freeport, of which the most important one is Freeport Village, where 
the the business interests chiefly are situated. The town is only seventeen miles 
from Portland, and so enjoys those privileges only possible to a suburban town, — 
educational and social affairs on a high plane of culture. There are three churches 
in the town, and all religious and benevolent endeavors meet with hearty sympathy 
and co-operation. Situated on the sea, with its beautiful harbor opening out among 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FBEEPOET. 



tbfl islands of Casco Bay, enjoying the united charms of the suburban villa, and most 
easily accessible, it is not surprising that Freeport is continually rising into higher 
estimation as a summer resort, and it can well bear all the criticism and admiration 
which can be bestowed by the increasing tide of summer visitors. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



FREEPORT, ME. 



H. P. Dennison, Manufacturer of Boots, 
Shoes and Slippers, Pownal Street, Freeport. 
Freeport's manufacturing interests are not only 
very important now, but are rapidly becoming 
more so as the many advantages which a loca- 
tion here offers, become apparent to manu- 
facturers. Prominent among Freeport's indus- 
tries stands the manufacture of Shoes, and of 
the many houses engaged in that line here, 
none bear a higher reputation than does that 
of Mr. H. P. Dennison, located on Pownal St. 
This establishment was originally founded in 
1879, by Messrs. Lemonte & Dennison, and in 
1880 the firm-name was changed to Dennison 
& Lewis, and conducted under that style until 
1883, when the present proprietor, Mr, H. P. 
Dennison, assumed full control of the business. 
His factory is located on Pownal Street, and 
comprises three floors, each 32x50 feet in di- 
mensions. All the latest improved facilities 
and machinery are at hand, and the motive 
power is supplied by a five-horse-power engine. 
Employment is given to forty skilled and ex- 
perienced hands. The energies of this estab- 
lishment are devoted to the manufacture of 
Boots, Shoes and Slippers, of which he manu- 
factures more than fifty styles. A specialty is 
made of Ladies' Kid Button Boots, and the large 
and increasing demand for these goods show 
how they are appreciated. Mr. Dennison is a 
native of Freeport, and has held the office of 
Selectman in that town and is a member of the 
Knights of Pythias. He has shown a vigor 
and liberality in the conduct of his business 
which has commanded and deserved success. 
The bulk of his business is through New Eng- 
land, although he ships a portion of his pro- 
ducts to Chicago, Philadelphia and Milwaukee, 
Wisconsin. The superior quality of the pro- 
duct is rapidly extending the field and increas- 
ing the volume of trade. 



E. B. Mallet, Jr., Dealer in Flour, Corn, 
Meal, Shorts, Oats and Barley, Opposite Depot, 
Freeport. There are probably but few citizens 
of Freeport who are not more or less familiar 
with the business enterprises of Mr. E. B. Mal- 
let, jr. This gentleman established his Grist 
Mill in 1886, and his Saw Mill in 1887, the prod- 
ucts of which are such as are indispensable to 
every community, and includes Flour, Corn, 
Meal, Shorts, Oats and Barley, and Grain of all 
kinds. The plant covers an area of one-quarter 
aci'e of ground; the Grist Mill comprises a 
three-story building. These mills ai"e located 
opposite the depot and are operated by a sixty- 
horse-power engine. Employment is given to 
ten workmen, and an extensive wholesale busi- 
ness is transacted. In addition to the above- 
mentioned enterprises, Mr. Mallet owns an 
extensive Granite Quarry and Marble Works; 
all kinds of Granite and Marble Building, Cem- 
etery Work and Steam Polishing; Designs and 
Estimates furnished on application. These 
enterprises cover an area of twenty acres 
of ground, and in which he employs about 
one hundred men. Also a Coal Yard 
about one-half acre in dimensions, con- 
taining sheds with a capacity for holding two 
thousand tons of Coal. His property in Free- 
port covers about three hundred acres of 
ground; in fact Mr. Mallet is i/te man of Free- 
jjort. In Pownal he ownes two hundred acres 
of property, running this for farming and stock 
purposes. Mr. Mallet is a native of Bath, Me., 
a member of the Knights of Pythias and the 
Free Masons (33d degree), and as might be ex- 
pected in the case of one of his ability and ex- 
perience, has a most comprehensive knowledge 
of his business in all its varied departments, 
and is consequently in a position to offer the 
most desirable and reliable merchandise at the 
lowest wholesale rates, which he guarantees to 
prove satisfactory in every particular. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FREEPORT. 



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Gore & Davis, Dealers in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Groceries, Boots and Sboes, Paints, Oils, 
etc., No. 8, Main Street, Freeport. Amonp; the 
most enterprising, popular and firmly estab- 
lished of the business undertakings located in 
this section of the town, that conducted by 
Messrs. Gore & Davis merits special mention, 
and careful notice. The constant and intelli- 
gent efforts of the proprietors to extend special 
inducements to the public, have resulted in the 
building up of a trade, which as yet shows no 
signs of failing to keep up the constant ratio 
of increase which has so far distinguished it. 
This establishment was first started in 1831, by 
Messrs. Holbrook &, Gore and with two or three 
changes up to 1875, when the firm name as- 
sumed its present style of Gore & Davis. Mr. 
Gore is a native of Roxbury, Mass., and Mr. 
Davis of Freeport, and both are so well known 
to the residents of this place, that they require 
no further personal mention. The premises 
occupied, having the dimensions of 25x45 feet, 
andconsistingof four floors, with four additional 
buildings used as storehouses, cover an area of 
one-fourth acre of ground. The services of 
four competent and polite assistants are con- 
stantly employed. Among the goods handled 
are Dry and Fancy Goods, Groceries, Boots, 
Shoes, Hardware, Fertilizers, Farming Tools, 
Paints, Oils, etc., and all these commodities are 
offered at the very lowest market rates. The 
line of Dry Goods carried includes the many 
staple articles coming under that head, while 
in the other lines a very choice assortment is at 
hand to select from. A full line of Groceries 
are also exhibited, and particular inducements 
are offered to purchasers of these productions. 
Mr. Davis is a member of the Knights of 
Pythias. 



Miss A. Dilliu^liain, dealer in Millinery 
and Fancy Goods, Stamping done to order. 
Depot Street, Freeport. An establishment 
which has great attractions for all ladies wish- 
ing to inspect or purchase fashionable and tasty 
goods is that carried on by Miss A. Dillingham 
on Depot Street; for at this store every effort 
is made to procure the most desirable novelties 
in the line of Millinery and Fancy Goods, as 
fast as they appear, and to offer them at the 
lowest possible rates. The premises occupied 
are of the dimensions of 20x30 feet and the ex- 
tensive and varied stock on hand is displayed 
to excellent advantage. Miss Dillingham is a 
well-known resident of Freeport, and has a 
very wide circle of friends in this vicinity. 
Combining business ability and exceptional 
taste, her success in her chosen ijursuits was 
only what was legitimately to be expected, and 
since the commencement of operations in 1880, 
a very select and heavy patronage has been at- 
tained. Miss Dillingham realizes that while 
there are some possessed of such abundant 
means that expense to them is a matter of but 
little consequence, there are others, who of 
course form the bulk of the community, who 
must consult economy in all their purchases, 
and it is to her intelligent and successful efforts, 
to furnish fashionable and durable articles, at 
prices within the reach of the people, that the 
chief part of the popularity of her establish- 
ment is due. 



Ij. M. Bailey, Manufacturer of Ladies' and 
Misses' Boots and Shoes, All Hand Sewed, Bow- 
Street, Freeport. An enterprise whose fame is 
by no means confined to the State in which it is 
located, is that conducted by Mr. L. M. Bailey, 
on Bow Street. Ladies' and Misses' Boots and 
Shoes, all hand sewed, are manufactured and 
sold at wholesale and are shipped to customers 
throughout the States. Busine?.s was inaugura- 
ted by Mr. Bailey in 1871, and during the years 
that have elapsed he has been very successful in 
building up a large and steadily increasing bus- 
iness. Mr. Bailey is a native of Freeport and a 
member of the Knights of Pythias. The prem- 
ises occupied by him for business purposes are 
located on Bow Street, and consist of one floor 
20x40 feet in dimensions, and employment is 
given to fifteen thoroughly capable assistants. 
The goods manufactured by this house are 
noted for their general desirability and good 
workmanship, and the lai-ge trade that is en- 
joyed is in a great measure the legitimate re- 
sult of such a reputation. They are supplied 
at the very lowest market rates, and the prompt 
and capable filling of all orders is also a promi- 
nent feature of the proprietor's business meth- 
ods. Mr. Bailey is thoroughly acquainted with 
the Boot and Shoe trade, and the discrimina- 
ting care he shows in the selection of stock, and 
its treatment in his hands, is a guarantee that 
the high stanilard of merit set for his goods 
will be maintained. 



W. A. Mitchell, General News Agent, and 
Livery Stable, off Main Street, Freeport. Num- 
erous as Livery Stables are in this section, there 
are none too many of them and indeed in this, 
as in all other lines of industry there is always 
room at the top. The public find their chief 
difficulty not in choosing between the many 
good ones in operation, but in distinguishing 
the good from the bad; and as we confess to a 
weakness for that noble animal, the horse, and 
are besides, desirous to help along a deserving 
enterprise, we take great pleasure in calling the 
favorable attention of our readers to the estab- 
lishment conducted by Mr. W. A. Mitchell, loca- 
ted at the corner of Main and School Streets. 
This stable is in more respects than one, a 
model of what such an undertaking should be, 
and that its many good points are not unappre- 
ciated is seen fi-om the manner in which the 
advantages it has to offer have already been 
availed of. Business was begun by Mr. Mitch- 
ell in 1861, and the premises utilized for the 
Livery business consist of two stables and a 
carriage-house. One stable covers an area of 
o6x40 feet and the other 18x40 feet, and con- 
tains every facility for the comfort and rest of 
horses while intrusted to the care of this 
establishment, while the cari-iage-house is 40x44 
feet in dimensions, and affords accommodations 
for a large number of carriages, etc. Experienced 
assistants are employed, and persons desiring 
horses and carriages of any description or for 
any puipose, are assured of being satisfactorily 
supplied at these stables. In connection with 
the Livery business Mr. Mitchell conducts a gen- 
eral News Agency and is prepared to supply all 
the popular publications of the day. He is a 
native of Freeport and has held the^oflSce of 
Town (;ierk. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF FREEPORT. 



Harlow House and Restaurant, W. C. 

Harlow, proprietor, Freeport. Such of our 
readers as have had any extended experience in 
traveling, must have noticed the influence 
which the personality of the landlord of a 
hotel, has on the reception given to guests. Of 
course everybody knows that some hotels offer 
better sleeping accomraodiUions, set better 
tables etc., than others, but we are not now re- 
ferring to the difference to be noted in this re- 
spect, but to the way in which a guest is made 
to "feel at home," in one house, while in 
another he would feel strange and uncomforta- 
ble if he stayed there a month. Now, this de- 
pends entirely upon the proprietor. No one 
but a born hotel-keeper can make his guests 
his friends, and when it is said that the ability 
to keep a hotel must be born in a man, this is 
just what is meant. No better example of a 
home like hotel can be given than that afforded 
by the Hailow House, and the estimation in 
which this hotel is held by the traveling public, 
is well indicated by the answer of a well known 
commercial traveler, to our inquiry as to how 
he liked the accommodations, " The person 
who stops at the Harlow House once, will sure- 
ly come again at the earliest opportunity " said 
he, and spoke as though he meant every word 
of it too. Mr. W. C. Harlow, the popular pro- 
prietor of the establishment in question, is a 
native of Augusta, and started his present en- 
terprise in 1886. He has recently enlarged the 
house, improved it greatly throughout, and is 
now better prepared than ever before to furnish 
the best of accommodations at reasonable rates. 
The hotel is a twostory structure, 60x80 feet in 
dimensions, and the guests' rooms are light, 
pleasant and comfortable in every way. There 
are six assistants employed, and the service is 
both prompt and courteous at all times. Mr. 
Harlow sets an excellent table, providing an 
abundance of first-class food, which is well 
cooked and neatly seived. There is a fine 
Livery Stableconnected with the Jiouse, detailed 
mention of which is made in another column, 
and guests lack neither amusement nor facili- 
ties for pursuing their business operations. 
Mr, Harlow is a member of the Knights of 
Pythias and of the Grand Army, and has a very 
large circle of friends throughout this section. 



George E. LiCg-ard, Harlow House Stable, 
Mechanic Street, Fieeport. To say that the 
Harlow House Stable is fully worthy of its 
name, is to give it no light praise, for that pop- 
ular Hotel has but few equals, and the same 
statement may truthfully be made concerning 
the Stable to which we have reference. Mr. 
George E. Legard, its proprietor, has carried it 
on since 1888, and has won golden opinions by 
reason of the accommodating spirit he displays, 
and the enterprise and liberality which char- 
acterize his methods of doing business. He is 
a native of Georgetown, Maine, and is con- 
nected with the Knights of Pythias. The prem- 
ises measure about 60x70 feet, and comprise a 
Livery and Sale Stable, Carriage House, etc. 
They are well fitted up, and the vehicles and 
horses devoted to Livery purposes are far su- 
perior to what the public have been taught to 
expect in this connection. Teams may be had 
at any time at very short notice, and at prices 



that are bound to suit the most economically 
disposed. Mr. Legard makes a specialty of the 
sale of Canada Horses, and has a fine assort- 
ment of such animals on hand to select from. 
Those acquainted with his methods need not be 
told that no "jockeying" is practiced at his 
Strible, and to those who are not, we will simply 
say that every horse is warranted to the pur- 
chaser, and that Mr. Legard's guarantee is as 
good as gold, not only today but tomorrow, and 
as long as any reasonable man could wish. He 
has established a permanent business right 
here in Freeport; in other words, he. is here to 
utay, and the advantages of buying horse flesh 
under these conditions must be obvious to all. 
Mr. Legard is in a position to quote the lowest 
market rates to his customers, and the most in- 
experienced purchaser need not fear getting 
"stuck," while the shrewdest buyer will find it 
worth his while to see what Mr. Legard has to 
offer. Carriages of all descriptions are dealt in 
as well as Horses, and the man who wants a 
stylish and satisfactory turn-out. and wishes to 
avoid having to pay fancy prices, will best 
serve his own interests by giving him a call. 



J. C. Kendall, Insurance Agent, represent- 
ing the following Companies: — iEtna, of Hart- 
ford, Conn.; Phoenix, of Hartford, Conn. ; Home, 
of New York. ALso Justice of the Peace; Pen- 
sion Vouchers Executed; Office at Fred S. 
Soule's, Freeport. It is certain that as much 
caution and discrirainatiou should be exercised 
in the placing of Insurance as in any other in- 
vestment of equal importance; but how often 
is it the case tlaat those whose business meth- 
ods are commendable and successful in other 
departments, fail to appreciate the necessity 
for care in this special instance, and as a con- 
sequence, find the money they have paid out in 
premiums to be worse than wasted ? Insurance 
that is not as sure as anything Jiuman can be, 
is — to speak plainly — simply a delusion and a 
snare, for it is much better to go without pro- 
tection altogether than to rely upon that which 
will surely fail in the hour of need. The best 
way, undoubtedly, to place insurance, is to do 
so through an agency that will have an individ- 
ual interest in the successful continuance of 
the same, for in that ca.se, self-interest as well 
as business honor, combine to make the In- 
surance as satisfactory and as certain as pos- 
sible. The Agency of which Mr. J. C. Ken- 
dall is the proprietor, whose office is located at 
Freeport, was established by him in 1882 
and has already become well-known to the 
business men of this vicinity. Mr. Kendall is a 
native of Freeport and is very active in dis- 
seminating the blessings of reliable Insurance 
as widely as possible. He represents some of 
the most finely established and popular corpo- 
rations in this country, prominent among 
which are the ^Etna and Phojnix of Hartford, 
Conn., and the Home of New York, and can 
grant as favorable terms as any one in the 
writing of Policies. Mr. Kendall is also Justice 
of the Peace, and Executes Pension Vouchers 
in the most reliable and satisfactory manner. 
He is ready to give any desired information in 
regard to the various departments of his busi- 
ness, and his already attained success is rap- 
idly increasing. 



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* M. V. B. Jordan, Manufacturer of Ladies' i 
Fine Boots, Buskins and Slippers, Freeport. 
The manufacture of Ladies' Shoes has fittingly 
come to be recognized as one of the leading in- 
dustries of New England, and some of the 
largest firms in this line have gained a national 
— and even international— reputation. Promi- 
nent among those engaged in the manufacture 
of these goods in Freeport, is Mr. Martin V. B. 
Jordan, who established his business in 18()9, 
which now holds an honored place in this com- 
munity; and since its establishment by great 
enterprise, integrity and fine order of work- 
manship, he has built up an extensive patron- 
age which is alike honorable to the city and 
the efforts of its proprietor. The premises 
utilized by Mr. Jordan are located about two 
miles and a half out on the Southwest bend of 
the Durham and Freeport road, and comprise 
two floors, each 30x20 feet in dimensions, and 
fifteen hands are given constant employment. 
The class of goods manufactured by Mr. Jor- 
dan are higlily celebrated for their beauty and 
durability, being carefully made in every de- 
tail, from the best materials. All orders by 
mail or otherwise receive the most careful and 
prompt attentioii, and the house has the uni- 
versal reputation of being always thoroughly 
equal to all its claims in the entire satisfaction 
which it guarantees customers in the filling of 
their orders. Mr. Martin V. B. Jordan is a 
native of Freeport, and ranks among the truly 
representative manufacturers. He is an active 
member of the Free Masons and widely honored 
as a prominent citizen. Mr. Jordan manufac- 
tured the first case of shoes ever made in Free- 
port. 



Fred S. Soule, Fashionable Tailor; Fine 
Woolens, etc.. Main Street, Freeport. To dress 
well should be the aim of every man who has 
his own way to make in the world, for appear- 
ances count for a great deal in the battle 
of life, and money judiciously expended upon 
Clothing is never thrown away. When we say 
judiciously we mean used to the best advan- 
tage, and it cannot be too strongly impressed 
on the minds of those who seek to accomplish 
the best results, that the purchase of cheap and 
ill-fitting garments is never advisable, as what- 
ever difference there may be between such 
goods and well-made Clothing in the first cost, 
is much more than made up in increased wear 
and superior appearance. Custom-made gar- 
ments may be obtained at reasonable rates if the 
right kind of a house be patronized, and we 
may state right here, that there is none offer- 
ing superior inducements in this line to Mr. 
Fred S. Soule, loc;ited on Main Street, Free 
port. The establishment conducted by this 
gentleman covers an area of 40x65 feet, and em- 
ployment is afforded to sixteen assistants. 
Any one in want of good, reliable, honestly- 
made and skillfullj'-fitted Clothing, should give 
Ml". Soule a call, as he can suit them if any one 
can, as both his goods and his prices are such 
as to win the highest approval of the public. 
Mr. Soule is thoroughly acquainted with his 
business in all its branches. He is a native of 
Freeport and a member of the Free :Masons. 
St. Albans Commandry, No. 8, also *of the Odd 
Fellows and Knights of Pythias. 



J. F. Chickering-, Dealer in Choice Family 
Groceries, Dry and Fancy Goods, Crockery and 
Glassware, Main Street, Freeport. Enterpris- 
ing and intelligent business methods are pretty 
sure to make their influence felt without a great 
deal of delay, and therefore the large trade that 
has already' been built up by Mr. J. F. Chicker- 
ing, is only what might lia\e been expected al- 
though this gentleman only began operations 
in 1887. His establishment is located on Main 
Street, and is as fine an example of a modern 
first-class business house, as can easily be 
found. The varied stock carried has many 
good points to recommend it and is constantly 
maintained at a high standard of excellence. 
To begin with, it is fresh and new of coui'se, 
and then again it is most carefully selected, and 
will be found to contain a full assortment of 
Choice Family Groceries, Meats and Provisions, 
Crockery and Glass Ware, Boots and Shoes, all 
of the best quality obtainable. The prices are 
very moderate in every department, and cus- 
tomers are served with a promptness and po- 
liteness that are as acceptable as they are un- 
usual. Mr. Chickering is a Massachusetts man 
by birth and a prominent Odd Fellow. He is 
evidently thoroughly acquainted with his busi- 
ness and his great success is the legitimate re- 
sult of hard and intelligent work. 



Cusliing- Hotel, Mrs. S. E. Gushing, pro- 
prietor. Depot Street, Freeport. Every experi- 
enced traveler will subscribe to the statement, 
that although it is comparatively easy to find so 
called " first-class hotels," it is a matter of the 
greatest difficulty to discover a house which 
combines the comforts of a home and the con- 
veniences of a hotel, which is of the most un- 
questioned respectability, which does not have 
an atmosphere of Puritanical rigidity surround- 
ing it. It is therefore with no small degree of 
pleasure that we cal! attention to that enterprise 
known as the Gushing Hotel, located on Depot 
Street in this town, for it is the unanimous ver- 
dict, so far as we have been able to learn, of 
those who have tested its resources and hospi- 
tality, that it has few equals and no superiors in 
this vicinity in all that goes to make up a desir- 
able haven of rest for weary travelers. It was 
established in 1875 by Mrs. S. E. Gushing and is 
now under her able management. The build- 
ing comprises two floors of the dimensions of 
25x40 feet divided up into rooms of good size 
and most excellent arrangement. Employment 
is afforded to competent and polite assistants 
and nothing will be found wanting either in 
the fitting up and care of the rooms or the con- 
duct of the cuisine, for an excellent table is set 
and the food is served promptly and courteously. 
The proprietress Mrs. Cusbing is one of those 
ladies who seem to be born for such a position 
and those who have experienced her attention 
have nothing but praise to utter. The terms of 
this house are very moderate and the accommo- 
dations are strictly first-class. 



O. W. Smith, Wholesale and Retail Deal- 
er in all kinds of American and Imported 
Watches. Jewelry of all kinds, at the Lowest 
Living ProQt. Fine Watch Repairing a Spec- 
ialty. Orders by Mail Promptly Attended to; 
Freeport. No better illustration of the per- 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF BUCKFIELI). 



fection which has been attained in the manu- 
facture of Watches and Jewelry can be found 
than by an inspection of the stock of Mr. O. 
W. Smith, who has been actively engaged in 
business for thirty years, and founded his 
present establishment in 1886, which has, ever 
since its inception, been recognized among the 
leading ones in the Jewelry business of Free- 
port. The premises occupied by Mr. Smith 
consist of a finely appointed store, located on 
Main Street. There may be found a complete 
and extensive stock of elegant Watches and 
Jewelry of all kinds, including American and 
Imported Watches, of which a choice variety is 
constantly carried; also a good line of Holiday 
Goods throughout the holiday season. The 
extensive Wholesale and Retail trade requires 
the assistance of reliable clerks, and the entire 
business is most ably managed under the di- 
rect supervision of the proprietor, who is 
thoroughly and practically competent in all its 
branches. Fine Watch Repairing is made a 
specialty, and all orders are promptly attended 
to. The goods and work of this establishment 
are offered and executed at the lowest living 
profit. Mr. Smith is a native of Maine and a 
highly respected citizen of Freeport. He is a 
member of the Free Masons and Odd Fellows, 
and well-known in social as well as trade circles, 
and enjoys the esteem and confidence of the 
trade throughout New England and adjoining 
sections. 



H. E. Davis & Co., Shoe Manufacturer, 
Mechanic Street, Freeport. The enormous con- 
sumption of Boots and Shoes in this country 
gives employment to thousands, for in spite of 
the valuable aid rendered by the ingenious 
machinery of the present day, by which one 
man can do the work of a score; the services 
of a vast army of skilled employes are still 
essential. One of the prominent establishments 
devoted to the Shoe Manufacturing industry of 
Freeport is that conducted by Messrs. H. E. 
Davis & Co., located on Mechanic Street. This 
enterprise has been in operation about two 
years, it having been founded in 1886, by Messrs. 
H. E. and J. F. Davis both natives of Freeport, 
and the business has since that date been con- 
ducted under the firm name of H. E. Davis & 
Co. The business premises utilized consist of 
three floors each 35x30 feet in dimensions and 
is supplied with all the requisite and approved 
machinery for the proper conduct of the Man- 
ufacturing business, which is operated by a 
fifteen-horse power engine. The services of 
twenty capable and reliable workmen are em- 
ployed, and all orders of whatever magnitude, 
are given prompt and careful attention. The 
goods manufactured by H. E. Davis & Co., have 
acquired a prominent and desirable reputation 
in the market and can be relied upon for uni- 
formity of material used, and workmanship. 
This firm have been in business for ten years 
in Freeport and are well known. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



-OF- 



BUOKFIELD. 



lUCKFIELD is in the southeast of Oxford County, on the Buckfield &Riimford 
(Falls 11. R. It is divided by the Ne^-inscot or Twenty-Mile river and also has 
other water supply which gives it a very large resource in this direction. Falls Brook 
Abbott, Washburn, Half-Moon, Shag, Tantrabagus, Wind, Bungamuck, Swan, Great 
and Little Labrador Ponds are some of the most important water reservoirs. There 
are also many hills in the town, the most prominent of which are Streaked Mountain, 
South Hills and Owl's Head Hill. Resting among these various elevations, the town 
is both sheltered and beautified. The soil, especially along the river, is fertile and 
agriculture advantageous. There are also in these hills several veins of magnetic iron 
and yellow ochre which have been mined a little and promise good results it developed. 
The town is the center of business for this part of the country, and its commercial 
interests are constantly progressing. The water supply has been a great advantage 
from the start. There are ten good powers on the Nerinscot river, and the outlets 
to the various ponds. This power is practically undeveloped and will admit of great 



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expansion. The present industrial interests are mainly in lumber, staves, wooden 
tools, grnins, brushes, leather harnesses, shoes, tanneries, plaster, carding, shingles^ 
powder kegs and powder. A slight outlay would make the water supply inexhausti- 
ble and abundantly capable of supplying a great manufacturing interest. The river 
is easily utilized for the purpose, other advantages are abundant, and transportation 
by railroad to all markets easy. There is a great granite ridge near the river, which 
will also be of great financial profit to some enterprising business man. The history 
of Buckfield is replete with interest. The first settler in the town was Benj. Spauld- 
ing, who came in 1776. He was followed in 1777 by Abijah Buck and Thomas Allen 
with their families. In 1785 the town was surveyed and the settlers paid two shil- 
lings an acie for it to the State of Massachusetts. The place was named after Abijah 
Buck and his mother, who were after that sturdy s^tock which hns left the imprint of 
its lite and name in various parts of the State. In 1793 the town was incorporated as 
Buckfield. In 1807 it sent its first representative to the Legislature in the person of 
Enoch Hall. A great fire across this part of the State in 1816, levelled the forest 
and incalculably damaged the towns. It. was long before Buckfield recovered from 
the effects. The first preacher here was Rev. Nathan Chase, who had been a chaplain 
in the Revolution and exercised a strong and noble influence here for many years. 
The first church of which he was pastor, was organized by the Baptist denomination 
in 1821. Seba Smith, the well-known journalist and author was born here as was also 

Hon. Vi ^ 

rov. of Massachusetts, and member 
town took an active and devoted 
War, and was represented at the 
front by some of Maine's most 
gallant soldiers. The sad, as well 
as the honored and joyful memo- 
rials of that great conflict have 
been aflTectionately treasured. 

The town has made consider- 
able advance in many lines since 
the war. In 1870 the popula- 
tion was 1,494, and the valuation 
$534,673. In 1880 the population 
was 1,579, and the valuation 
$397,598. Much business de- 
velopment has also been gained during the present decade. Altogether with 




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RESIDENCE OF EX-GOV. JOHN D. LONG. 



its rich resources and the progressiveness of its people, the town's business outlook is 
most promising and it bids fair to become one of the chief centers of the inland trade 
of the State. The educational interests of the town iiave always been carefully con- 
sidered and executed ; the schools have a high and wide reputation. The town is 
also well advanced in social and religious culture, the churches and every charitable 
work are generously supported. The great natural beauty of the region is also attract- 
ing more tourists and summer visitors here every season. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



BUOKFIELD, ME. 



Georgre D. Bisbee, Attorney At Law, 
Buckfield. The gentleman whose card we print 
above, is without doubt one of the best-known 
residents of this section of the State, for he has 
carried on operations for nearly a quarter of a 
century and is closely identitied with the ad- 
vancement of the best interests of Buckfield and 
vicinity. Mr. Bisbee was born in Hartford, 
Maine, and has held a number of public offices 
of importance and responsibility. He repre- 
sented Buckfield in the State Legislature in 1873 
and was elected to the Senate in 1881. For six 
years he filled the position of County Attorney 
and for four years served as United States Mar- 
shal for the District of Maine. Mr. Bisbee held 
a commission as Lieutenant during the Rebel- 
lion, and was connected with the Northern forces 
for three years, one-half which time he was con- 
cotifined in rebel prisons. He is a member of the 
Free Masons and has many warm personal 
friends both inside and outside of that order. 
It is not our purpose to speak in detail concern- 
ing Mr. Bisbee's capabilities as a lawyer, for his 
position in that profession is too clearly 
defined to need demonstation in these pages. 
That he is always heartily devoted to his 
clients' interests, our readers well know, and 
his painstaking care in the matter of 
apparently small and unimportant details 
shows how thoroughly he studies the 
cases confided to his direction. His offices are 
conveniently situated, and those in need of 
sound legal advice cannot do better in our 
opinion than to lay their case before Mr. Bisbee 
and be guided by his experienced counsel. 



Homer N. Cbase & Co., Nurserymen, the 
"Chase Nurseries, Geneva, N". Y.," Buckfield. 
The great enterprise carried on by the proprie- 
tors of the Chase Nurseries, whose headquarters 
are at Geneva, New York, and who maintain 
branch establishments in Philadelphia, Boston 
and Buckfield, is worthy of much more ex- 
teiided mention than the limits of our space 
enable us to give it, for the Chase Nurseries 
have a national reputation, and the undertak- 
ing is unique in one respect, being conducted 
by five brothers, who succeed their father, the 
late Hon. Thomas Chase, who founded 
the business over a quarter of a century ago. 



Some idea of the magnitude which this enter- 
prise has attained, may be gained from the fact 
that the packing shed, cellars and grounds in 
Geneva, New York, cover an area of over three 
acres, and that over one hundred acres of 
Nursery Stock are under cultivation. The Ge- 
neva establishment is under the direct man- 
agement of Messrs. R. G. and W. D. Chase, 
while Mr. H. A. Chase is in charge at Phila- 
delphia, Mr. Geo. H. Chase at Boston, and Mr. 
Homer N. Chase here in Buckfield, this gentle- 
man having begun operations here in 1883. He 
is a native of this town, and is connected with 
both the Free Masons and the Odd Fellows. 
The unsurpassed reputation held by the pro- 
ductions of the Chase Nurseries is the legiti- 
mate outcome of the constant employment of 
honorable, intelligent and liberal methods, for 
it has always been, and is today, the policy of 
the management, first to produce the best pos- 
sible articles, second to bring their merits be- 
foi-e the notice of those who would be liable to 
be interested, and third to sell at as low fig- 
ures as circumstances will permit. To attain 
these ends, they have spared neither trouble 
nor expense in providing the most improved fa- 
cilities, have advertised extensively in news- 
papers and elsewhere, and now have 250 agents 
on the road, introducing their goods to prop- 
erty owners. A standing offer is made to re- 
liable men of salaried positions in connection 
with this department of the business, and the 
representative of Homer N. Chase & Co. is 
everywhere received for what he is — an agent of 
an honorable firm, deserving of every consid- 
eration. The sale of Nursery Stock presents 
abundant opportunities for fraud and as our 
agricultural readers well know, these opportuni- 
ties are eagerly availed of by many unscrupu- 
lous parties. Cheap stock is worthless stock, 
every time, and money spent on it is simply 
thrown away. The Chase Nurseries are among 
the best-equipped in the world, and are capable 
of turning out strictly reliable goods at a mini- 
mum cost. No misrepresentation is practiced 
or allowed by the proprietors, and we have no 
hesitation in saying that those who, knowing of 
the advantages to which we have referred, still 
persist in dealing with irresponsible parties in 
the delusive hope of saving a few dollars, richly 
deserve the disappointment and serious finan- 
cial loss they will inevitably experience. 



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C Withingrton & Sons, Manufacturers of 
Brushes. Brushes for Cotton and Woolen Mills 
a Specialty, Buckfield. The almost numberless 
uses to which Brushes are put at the present 
day are hardly guessed at by the ordinary indi- 
vidual, for besides the more common em- 
ployment of them for purposes familiar to all 
(such as cleaning clothes, boots, teeth, hands, 
etc.,) there are many manufacturing processes 
which could scarcely be carried on without their 
aid. Thousands of Brushes are used in Cotton 
and Woolen Mills, and it is largely owing to the 
perfection to which they have brought the arti- 
cles adapted to such service that the firm of C. 
Withington & Sons may ascribe the present 
magnitude of their business. Although making 
a specialty of Brushes for Cotton and Woolen 
Mills, the firm by no means confine themselves 
to the manufacture of these goods but make 
Brushes of all descriptions, except those 
intended for Painting and Whitewashing. This 
enterprise is of long standing, having been 
started in 1855 by Messrs. Charles Withington 
and James H. Keyon. Twenty years later the 
present style was adopted, and although Mr. 
Charles Withington died in 1886 no change has 
been made in the firm name the partners now 
being Mr. F. P. Withington, Mr. C. C. Withing- 
ton and Mr. O. H. Hersey. The first-named 
gentleman is a member of the Masons, and the 
second is connected with the Odd Fellows while 
Mr. Hersey belongs to both orders and is a mem- 
ber of the Oxford County Bar, occupying the 
position of County Attorney. The firm carry on 
a factory measuring 60x30 feet and comprising 
three floors, the necessary machinery being run 
by water-power and employment being given to 
twelve assistants. The product finds a ready 
market, chiefly in this State, for the Brushes 
turned out are of standard quality and are sup- 
plied at the lowest market rates. 



F. A. Warren & Son, Dealers in Harness- 
es, Carriages, etc., Buckfield. The advantages 
of having a Harness properly fitted to the ani- 
mal on which it is to be used, would seem to be 
plain enough to be apparent to every one, and 
yet there are many horses today seriously hand- 
icapped in their work by being improperly 
fitted out in this respect. Good Harnesses are 
not hard to find if sought for in the right place, 
and it is no secret in this community that the 
goods handled by Messrs. F. A. Warren & Son 
are not only equal to the best, but are sold at 
prices within the reach of al). Both members 
of the firm are natives of this town, and the 
junior partner (Mr. A. F. Warren), holds the 
office of Deputy Sheriff. Not only Harnesses, 
but Horse Furnishings of all descriptions are 
handled by this house, and any one wanting an 
article that is sure to prove as represented, at 
the lowest market rates, can do no better than 
to place their order right here. A large busi- 
ness is also done in Carriages and Sleighs, for 
the firm enjoy the most favorable relations 
with the manufacturers, and are consequently 
in a position to offer unusual advantages to 
their patrons. The Vehicles handled by them 
are durable as well as handsome and stylish, 
and are supplied with all the latest improve- 
ments known in the Carriage Makers' art. 

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R. S. Dorman, Dealer in Coffins, Caskets 
and Eobes, Buckfield. Mr. R. S. Dorman has 
been one of Buckfield's prominent business men 
for over a quarter of a century, for he began 
operations here in 1862 and has always held a 
place in the front ranks. For a number of 
years Mr. Dorman confined himself to the manu- 
facture of carriages, etc., but in 1881 he added 
Undertaking to his business and with character- 
istic energy, set to work to supply himself with 
the most improved and extensive facilities for 
the carrying on of the responsible duties con- 
nected with that useful field of labor. As a con- 
sequence, he is now prepared to furnish any- 
thing in the Undertaking line at short notice, 
for his stock of Caskets, Robes, etc., is both 
large and varied and bears evidence of careful 
and intelligent selection. Mr. Dorman makes 
a specialty of Embalming and announces his 
readiness to give immediate attention to orders 
by mail or telegraph. As to his competency, 
that may be judged from an examination of the 
following list of references, all the pfirties 
named being residents of this town and doubt- 
less known to many of our readers: Dr. J. C. 
Caldwell, Dr. J. F. DeCoster, Mr. and Mrs. 
Charles Forster, Mr. James Roberts, Mrs. Silas 
Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. H. N. Chase. Mr. Dor- 
man strives to make iiis charges satisfactory in 
every case and is certainly in a position to sup- 
ply Undertaking Goods at as low figures as can 
be named on articles of equal merit. He is a 
native of Mercer, Maine, a member of the Free 
Masons, and has a very wide circle of friends, 
not only in Buckfield but throughout this 
vicinity. 



F. L. Irish & (-oinpany. Brush Block 
Mnfrs., Buckfield. The size of the business 
done in Brushes in this country, is appieciated 
by very few outside of those immediately inter- 
ested, for the average man looks upon a Brush 
as a thing of no special consequence, and never 
realizes its usefulness until lie is where such an 
article is not to be found. The rapidly grow- 
ing demand for Brushes has caused the estab- 
lishment of many expensively equipped facto- 
tories. and, as in all other manufactures con- 
ducted on a large scale, the industry is divided 
up into many parts. For instance, the under- 
taking carried on by F. L. & I. M. Irish & Co., 
is devoted exclusively to the production of 
Brush Blocks, and the accuracy and rapidity 
with which this important portion (the founda- 
tion) of the complete Brush is turned out, must 
truly be seen to be appreciated. Two floors of 
the dimensions of 70x.")0 feet are occupied, and 
ample water-power is at hand to drive the in- 
genious machinery in use. There are four com- 
petent assistants employed and the facilities at 
hand render it easy for the firm to fill orders at 
very short notice, at prices that will bear the 
closest comparison with those quoted elsewhere. 
The advantages of dealing with F. L. & I. M. 
Irish & Co., are generally understood, and the 
products meet with a ready sale, being shipped 
practically to Boston and Pawtucket, R. L 
Both members of the firm were born in Buck- 
Qeld, and both belong to the Odd Fellows. 
They thoroughly understand their business in 
every detail, and give it the benefit of personal 
supervision, thus assuring the continued excel- 
lence of the product. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BUCEFIELD. 



C. B. Atwood & Sons, General Store, 
Buckfield. The secret of successfully carrying 
on a retail store is after all no secret at all, for 
every observing person knows that honorable 
business methods and judicious entei-prise are 
sure to win the favor and patronage of the pub- 
lic. A large and varied stock, well-selected and 
properly displayed, is sure to attract attention, 
and if the prices placed upon the articles com- 
posing it are reasonable, the goods are bound to 
sell as a matter of course. Therefore no further 
explanation is required in connection with the 
large business done by Messrs. C. B. Atwood & 
Sons. This firm have the right kind of articles, 
they are offered at the right kind of prices and 
customers are sure of the right kind of treat- 
ment, so that the business is of necessity pros- 
perous. It was established in 1885, the partners 
being Messrs. C. B., E. F, and F. H. Atwood. 
Every member of the firm is a native of Buck- 
field and Mr. C. B. Atwood is connected with 
the Masons. Mr. F. H. Atwood being a member 
of the Odd Fellows. The premises in use com- 
prise' two floors measuring 80x30 feet and the 
stock on hand includes everything generally 
found in a first-class general store. No mis- 
representation is practiced here and the firm 
strive to .supply reliable goods at prices as low 
as the lowest. 



Oxford County Dairying Association, 

A. F. Tilton, Manager, Buckfield. There have 
been many changes in the methods of butter 
making since the days of the old-fashioned up- 
right churn with its up-and-down "plunger" 
motion, and these changes have affected not 
only the process of changing the cream into but- 
ter (whicli is, after all, but a small part of the 
business,) but the methods of obtaining and 
handling the cream, and the shipping of the 
finished product to the market. The " Oxford 
County Dairying Association '' may be cited as 
an example of a concern using the most ap- 
proved modern devices in the butter-making 
line, for this Association has only been in oper- 
ation since 1887, and has spared neither trouble 
nor expense in fitting up its establishment. 
That the facilities at hand are quite extensive 
is proved by the fact that during a portion of 
the summer the daily product of the works 
amounted to 300 pounds, and that the plan un- 
der which operations are carried on is well-con- 
sidered, needs no further guarantee than that 
afforded by the uniform excellence of the out- 
put. The cream is gathered by the Cooley pro- 
cess, and the direction of the enterprise is un- 
der the supervision of Mr, A. F. Tilton the effi- 
cient manager. This gentleman is a native of 
Livermore and is indefatigable in his eff'orts to 
advance the best interests of the undertaking 
under his control. President, Henry D. Irish. 
Directors, Henry D. Irish, Frank L, Warren, 
Hiram A. Conant, Elmer B. Austin, Homer N. 
Chase, Frank W. Bonney, William R. Carey. 
Clerk, Alfred Cole. Treasurer, Charles H. 
Prince. 



J. A. Rawson, Apothecary, Buckfield. The 
Retailing of Drugs and Medicines is not a busi- 
ness to be entered into lightly, for it is by no 
means every man who is fitted by temperament, 
to say nothing of education, for such a task. 
Constant, unrelaxing and intelligent vigilence 
is the price of success in the true sense of the 
word, and the progressive Pharmacist must 
keep himself abreast of the latest scientific 
thought if he would conduct a really first-class 
establishment. It was in 1875 that Mr. J. A. 
Rawson began business in this town, and the 
confidence which has long been placed in his 
skill and his methods by those most conversant 
with both, is the most flattering possible proof 
of what his record has been in his responsible 
position. He is a native of Paris, Maine, and is 
connected with the Odd Fellows, besides hold- 
ing a high degree in the Masonic Order. Mr. 
Rawson carries one of the most complete as- 
sortments of Pure Drugs, Medicines and Chem- 
icals to be found in this section of the State, 
and is therefore exceptionally well- prepared to 
compound Physicians' Prescriptions without 
delay, in a perfectly satisfactory manner, es- 
pecially as the apparatus at his command is of 
the most approved description. No chances 
are taken in this department, everything being 
done by precise rule, and the prices are put at 
the lowest possible figures for first-class service. 
Fancy Goods and Toilet Articles are handled to 
some extent, and the stock of these articles in- 
cludes some of the latest novelties in the 
market. 



C. M. & H. A. Irish, Brush Blocks, Easels, 
Lumber, etc., Buckfield. That Maine has a 
great future before it as a manufacturing State, 
no thoughtful and observing person can doubt. 
The natural wealth of the section — the mighty 
forests, and the broad rivers, forming easy high- 
ways for commerce — all contribute towards 
rendering this result possible, and if the devel- 
opment of the State continues at its present 
rate it will not be long before Maine products 
will be found in every market. The production 
of Long and Short Lumber has been one of the 
leading industries in the past, and among the 
most reliable firms engaged in it must be men- 
tioned that of C. M. & H. A. Irish. This house 
has been before the public for 15 years, opera- 
tions having been started in 1873. Both part- 
ners are natives of Hartford, Maine, and both 
are connected with the Odd Fellows. Premises 
measuring 75x22 feet are utilized, supplied with 
all the necessary machinery which is run by 
water-power. Besides dealing extensively in 
Long and Short Lumber, the firm manufacture 
Brush Blocks and school-room Easels, a force of 
four assistants being employed. Orders are in- 
variably given immediate and careful attention 
and every care is taken to ensure that the goods 
supplied shall be fully up to the high standard 
long since placed on the productions of this 
establishment. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



BHUNS^V^ICK. 



iRUNSWICK is an ideal town in New England, alike charming for its natural 
beauty and its quiet air of refinement. A subtle aroma of culture seems to pei'- 
vade'its streets and buildings and give peculiar dignity to its people. Whether it 
was peculiarly fitted for a college town, or has been transformed into harmony with 
the scholarly, academic spirit, it would not be easy to decide ; but no one can escape 
the power of its beauty and charm. The history of Brunswick has been carefully 
studied and compiled by able men, so that its historical archives are unusually full. 
Its colonial history extends back to the very earliest activities of the English in this 
part of the new world. Thomas Puichase, an energetic pioneer and trader with the 
Indians had established himself here as early as 1628. His fame spread throughout 
the growing band of Englishmen along the Atlantic coast of New England, and in 
1632 he was joined by George Way. These two obtained a patent from the Plymouth 
Company in England for a large piece of territory at the mouth of the Androscoggin 
River. It was about four miles square, and contained the great salmon fisheries^ 
which were widely celebrated for their rich supplies of salmon, especially among the 
Indians. As early as 1639, the Indians already gave signs of an intention to do the 
English colonies no good, and in that year, for the sake of protection, Thomas Pur- 
chase placed his little colony under jurisdiction and control of Massachusetts. It con- 
tinued to grow slowly but steadily up to the time of the outbreak of the King Philips 
War, in 1675. In that year the wrath of the Indians was poured out upon the little settle- 
ment, but though they devasted and burned the whole town,all the inhabitants succeeded 
in escaping. From this time for about a quarter of a century, the place lay desolate ; 
but at the beginning of the eighteenth century, old families began to come back and 
the place so rapidly recovered its former size that it was incorporated as a township 
by the General Court of Massachusetts in 1717. , Its territory comprised six square 
miles, and it was named Brunswick, in honor of the recently founded royal fanqiily of 
England. The first selectmen were Capt. M. Gyles, Thomas Wharton, James Storratt, 
John Cochran and John Heath, the latter also being the first town clerk. 

In 1722, the township which had grown to number about forty families, had to be 
abandoned again, on account cf the Indian wars. After a few years, however, it re- 
gained its former size and began a^ain to grow, receiving a renewed charter as S, town 



324 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF BRUNSWICK. 

in 1738. In 1752 the town contained twenty dwelling-houses, four mills and one 
meeting-house. On account of the river, the salmon fishing, which was very exten- 
sive here, was the earliest and most important industry. The soil was also unusually 
fertile, and game furnished large quantities of fur. It is said th;it at this time one 
man caught thirty-nine barrels of salmon in three weeks. The town officers elected 
in 1639 were Samuel Hinkley, Town Clerk; Capt. B. Larr;ibee, Samuel Hinkley, John 
Getchell, James Dunning and David Dunning. 

The Indians of this region belonged to the Anasagunticook tribe, and were of a 
bold, fiery nature, large in numbers and powerful in organization. Having their head- 
quarters at Brunswick Falls, they gave the early inhabitants of this region a great 
deal of annoyance and trouble. Brunswick furnished about thirty men to the expe- 
dition against Louisburg in 1745, and other volunteers during the French and Indian 
wars. In 1760 among the leading families here, were the Pennell, Gross, Harding, 
Stone, Weston, Curtis and Melclier. In 1775 the town united with the rest of the 
colony in the agressive measures taken against the tyranny of England. It furnished 
a full quota of men and monies to the Revolutionary struggles, and spared no effort to 
help in establishing the liberty and government of the United States. Among 
other gallant officers from Brunswick were Col. Samuel Thompson, Col. Nathaniel 
Purinton, Major Nathaniel Larrabee and Capt. John Merrill. After the Revolution- 
ary war the town continued to grow with increasing rapidity, and about 1800 the first 
stage line was opened between hei"e and Portland. The population in 1740 was 160 ; 
in 1765, 506; in 1776, 867; in 1790, 1,387, and is now about two thousand. A con- 
siderable shipping interest was established here during the early years of this century, 
which was effectually killed by the Embargo Acts of 1807 and 1809, which caused 
immense indignation here as in other parts of New England. In the war of 1812 
Brunswick furnished three hundred men, who nobly sustained the honor of the coun- 
try and their native town. Though the war was locally disadvantageous, home issues 
were laid aside and the common cause supported with earnest devotion. After the 
war was over, the upward progress of the town was again resumed, and in 1820 the 
population had become 2,931, and the valuation $403,793. 

In the war of the Rebellion, Brunswick took an honorable and distinguished part. 
The culture of the citizens and the added enthusiasm of the college, war made all the 
movements of the town thorough and generous. Several prominent field officers went 
from Brunswick, and over 700 private soldiers were enlisted here, a large proportion 
considering the number of inhabitants. In 1861, $7,000 were raised here for the support 
of the soldiers and government; in 1862, $15,700 were raised ; in 1863, $42,800 ; 1864, 
$33,500; 1865, $33,200; making total of $132,200, during the war, which only repre- 
sents a part of their generous contributions. The ladies of the town contributed great 
assistance in many ways, and throughout the war Maine had no more energetic and 
responsive town or city than Brunswick. Most of the soldiers who went from Bruns- 
wick enlisted in the 3d, 5th, 7th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 19th, 25th, or 30th, but the town 
was represented in almost every regiment that left the State. The memory of those 
who fell in the great conflict has ever been tenderly cherished, and no means spared 
to perpetuate the memorials of their glorious and patriotic devotion. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF BRUNSWICK. S25 

Bowdoin College, which has been so long and intimately connected with Bruns- 
wick, is deserving of more than passing notice, being the oldest and most famous edu- 
cational institution of its kind in the State. The first movement for the college was 
started in 1788, by the Senator in Massachusetts Legislature from Cumberland Co., 
Hon. Josiah Thatcher, and the charter for the institution was granted by the Legis- 
lature in 1794. Brunswick was chosen as the cite because it made the most generous 
offers of land and support. It was named Bowdoin College in honor of the Hon. 
James Bowdoin, a graduate of Harvard, in 1745, delegate to the first Congress in 
1776, and Governor of Massachusetts. One of tlie earliest and chief patrons of the 
college was the Hon. James Bowdoin, son of the former, a graduate of Harvard in 
1771, who contributed money and land valued at |G,000. The original trustees were 
Rev. Thos. Brown, Falmouth; Samuel Deane, d.d., Portland ; John Frothingham, 
Esq., Portland ; Kev. Daniel Little, Wells; Rev. Thomas Lancaster, Scarboro ; David 
Mitchell, Esq., North Yarmouth ; Rev. Tristram Oilman, North Yarmouth ; Rev. 
Alden Bradford, Wiscasset; Thomas Rice, Esq., Pownalboro ; William Martin, North 
Yarmouth. The original purpose, as stated in charter, was " to found a seminary to 
promote virtue and piety, and a knowledge of the languages, and of the use of the 
liberal arts and sciences." Five townships of lands, each six miles square, were 
granted to the college by the Legislature. The college did not formally open until 
1802, the Rev. Joseph McKeen of Beverly, Mass., having been chosen the first Pres- 
ident in the preceding year. Massachusetts Hall, completed in 1802, was the first 
college building. In the first year there were eight students. Among the most prom- 
inent of the early professors were John Abbott, first professor of languages, and 
Parker Cleaveland, first professor of mathematics and sciences. In 1805 the Pejlcin- 
ian Society was founded. In 1807 there were foity-tbur students and 1,500 volumes 
in the library. In the same year President McKeen died and the Rev. Jesse Apple- 
ton of Dartmouth was chosen his successor. In 1808 the Athena3um Society was es- 
tablished. In 1811 the Hon. James Bowdoin died, leaving to the college another 
legacy of 2,000 books, many valuable maps, paintings, etc., valued at $15,000, and 
made the college his residuary legatee. In 1819, on the death of President Appleton, 
the Rev. William Allen, former Pvesident of Dartmouth, succeeded him. President 
Allen was followed in 1839 by the Rev. Leonard Woods of the Bangor Theological 
Seminary, who served the longest term of any President of the college, continuing in 
office until 1865, and was one of Bowdoin's ablest leaders and most distinguished. 
Among Bowdoin's other famous graduates were Henry W. Longfellow and Nathaniel 
Hawthorne, both of class of '25, and two of the most brilliant lights in American 
literature. Bowdoin has, indeed, been always distinguished for its strong literary 
tone and atmosphere, and is not surpassed at the present time in this respect by any 
college in New England. In 1855 King's Chapel was completed, and-t-«ux years later 
the beautiful Memorial Hall, in honor of the Bowdoin men who fell during the war. 
The Rev. Samuel Harris was President from 1865 to 1871 ; he was succeeded by Gen. 
Joseph H. Chamberlain in 1871, and the latter by the Rev. William D. Hyde, d.d., the 
present incumbent. The total number of graduates up to 1876 was 1,887. The 
medical school, which is now in a flourishing condition, was established by the Maine 



326 



EISTOBICAL SKETCH OF BRUNSWICK. 




HISTORICAL SKETCH OF BRUNSWICK. 327 

Legislature in 1820. Since 1820 this department has graduated 1,174 pupils. At 
the present time there are eighty-five students in the medical department and 137 
in the academic department, making a total of ?22. The college is now in a pros- 
perous condition, and admirably maintaining the laurels of former years. The campus 
is spacious and beautiful, with wide lawns, long, shaded walks and beautiful build- 
ings; among the chief of these are King's Chapel, Sargent's Gymnasium, Memorial 
Hall, Massachusetts Hall, Winthrop, Maine and Appleton Halls, the Medical School 
and Laboratory. The library now contains, together with those of the Athenaeum and 
Pencinian Societies, over 35,000 volumes, and there are large art collections and 
valuable scientific collections and apparatus. The faculty now numbers twenty-four, 
thirteen of whom are in the academical faculty, and the ability and scholarship of 
the teachers with the accumulated resources of many years, render Bowdoin's facili- 
ties for imparting higher instruction on a par with the best standard in the country. 

The town of Brunswick is remarkable for the beauty of its environment, no less 
than the culture of its citizens. It seems to breathe the quiet air of refinement, and 
its broad streets, with arching elms, cool river drives and hilly outlooks, render its 
natural beauties of a high order. It is becoming more famed every year as a quiet 
and ideally restful summer resort. Although it has kept advancing, it has never 
cared to change its town government, which has worked with the greatest satisfac- 
tion. The population of Brunswick has increased as follows: — 1740, 160; 1765, 506; 
1776, 867, valuation, £19,000; 1790 1,378; 1810, 2,682— $325,280 ; 1820, 2,931— 
$403,793; 1830,3,547—1815,178; 1840,4,259; 1850, 4,975-81,107,822; 1860,4,723 
—$1,421,091; 1870,4,727; 1880, 5,384— $1,979,877. 

It is probable that few people have a correct knowledge of Brunswick as a manufac- 
turing center. That it affords regular employment to some sixteen hundred opera- 
tives in its various industries, is a matter of surprise to many who have been accus- 
tomed to look upon this good old town as a seat of learning and the abode of retired 
sea captains ; and that there should be still better opportunities for a large increase 
of these manufacturing enterprises, where, on its lines of railroad, buildings can be 
erected affording the cheapest shipment obtainable. 

The Board of Trade, with over one hundred members of the leading business men 
of the place, are seeking to bring some of the natural advantages offered by Bruns- 
wick to the attention of manufacturers, and any party of standing may be assured of 
a cordial welcome should he visit the place with a view to investigating the claims 
put forth. 

At the present time the population is about six thousand, and the valuation $3,- 
496,128. All the town's interests are in a prosperous and progressive condition, and 
it seems that she has entered upon a period of imparalleled advances. The slowly 
accumulated forces of generations of enterprise and forethought are now being reaped 
in increasing abundance, and it cannot be other than a great satisfaction to all who 
have known this beautiful and delightful town to learn that its days ol prosperity ai'e 
lengthening into the deserved rewards of steady and upward growth. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



BRXJJ^TST^ICK. ME. 



Brunswick Savin jrs Institution, Main 
Street, coiner of Bank, Brunswick. Just about 
thirty years have elapsed since the Brunswick 
Savings Institution begun operations, and it 
would be a most interesting and valuable study 
to trace out all the snood it has wrought, all the 
wise resolutions it has prompted, and all the suf- 
fering it has obviated since the date of its incor- 
poration— 18")8. But this is impossible. No one 
can tell what this worthy enterprise has accom- 
plished, no one can tell what it may accomplish, 
but one thing is evident and sure — its influence 
is for good, first, last and all the time. Many a 
family is in comfortable circumstances by reason 
of the facilities for saving afforded by this Bank, 
and some idea of the extent to which the accom- 
modations it offers are availed of, may be gained 
from the fact that it holds deposits aggregating 
some $368,000. The rate of interest allowed is in 
all cases as high as circumstances will permit, 
but those in charge of the Institution realize 
that the first requisite is safety, and never run 
extra risks for the sake of an ext'-aper centage. 
They are all experienced and successful busi- 
ness men, and being able to conduct their owu 
affairs successfully, may safely be intrusted 
with those of other people. The President. Mr. 
Henry Carvill and the Treasurer, Mr. Thomas 
H. Riley and Mr. John P. AVinchell, Assistant 
Treasurer, are known to the great majority of 
the people in this vicinity, by reputation at 
least, while the Board of Trustees is constituted 
of other prominent citizens, such as Messrs. 
Weston Thompson, N. T. Palmer, Alonzo Day, 
Isaac Plummer. together with the President. 
Taken all in all, this Bank may be justly re- 
garded as a worthy representative of the Sav- 
ings Institutions of New England, and this is no 
small honor, for New England leads all other 
sections of the Union in the character and im- 
portance of its Savings Banks. New York, to 
be sure, holds the distinction of containing the 
largest bank in the country — the Bowery Sav- 
ings Bank of New York City, which has about 
$44,000,000 in deposits and a surplus of 
$11,000,000, but outside of New York State, New 
England can challenge comparison. The aggre- 
gate capital of the various Savings Banks in the 
United States is $1,875,000,000— $125,000,000 of 
•which is in Surplus, and $1,250,000,000 is due 
3,457,352 depositors — figures which show the 
grand importance of these Institutions, but 



which are far too great to be appreciated by 
human comprehension. Industry and frugality 
will work wonders. Few men are so poor but 
what they could be poorer, and the number of 
those who actually cannot save money is very 
small indeed. "Spend less than you earn " is 
advice that only needs to be followed to ensure 
comfort and happiness, and every intelligent 
person should heed the lesson it conveys. 



F. H. Purintou, Machinist and Gas Fit- 
ter, Main Street, Brunswick. Since the gentle- 
man above named began operations, he has ex- 
ecuted many commissions of no small import- 
ance, although he has been established in bus- 
iness for himself only since 1873. In the 
carrying out of these orders he has proved that 
no one in Brunswick is in a position to offer 
more decided advantages in the line of Ma- 
chinist, Steam and Gas Fitting, and has con- 
clusively shown that he possesses both the 
ability and the will to combine the greatest ef- 
ficiency with the greatest economy, and to bear 
the interests of his customers in mind, without 
making any pretence of neglecting his own. 
Mr. F. H. Purinton is a native of Topsham and 
a member of the Free Masons, and is thorough- 
ly experienced in this line of business and is 
known as a well-informed and energetic busi- 
ness man. The business premises utilized are 
located on Main Street and comprise one floor, 
20x60 feet in dimensions. All orders left at this 
place will receive prompt attention. Estimates 
will be furnished for all kinds of Machinist 
Work, Steam Heating, and for the supplying of 
Manufacturers' workshops and private resi- 
dences with Gas and Steam Heating. He is the 
patentee of a Steam Heater for heating dwell- 
ing houses, which is one of the very best heat- 
ers in use. and has given perfect satisfaction 
wherever they have been used. We need hard- 
ly mention the advantages of placing orders of 
this kind with a person who makes a specialty 
of them, and is fully responsible and jjrepared 
to contract to carry out such, at the lowest 
market rates. Employment is given to eight 
skilled workmen, and all order either for new 
work or repairing will be filled at short notice 
and in a superior manner. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRUNSWICK. 



329 



C. W. Allen, Druggist and Apothecary, 
Lomont Block, cor. of Main and Pleasant Sts., 
Brunswick. One of the oldest established bus- 
iness enterprises to be found in Brunswick, is 
that conducted by Mr. C. W. Allen, Druggist 
and Apothecary, located in Lemont Block at 
the corner of Main and Pleasant Streets, for 
the undertaking in question was founded 
twenty-five years ago, having had its inception 
in the year 1863, under the present style of C. 
W. Allen, and it is but fair to say that, so far 
as the reputation of the enterprise is concerned 
the record made has been such as to confirm 
and strengthen the high degree of confidence 
placed in the undertaking by the community at 
large at its inception, and this confidence is fully 
deserved. A very large stock of Drugs, Medi- 
cines and Chemicals is carried at all times, com- 
plete in every department, and selected ex- 
pressly with a view to the requirements of fam- 
ily trade. The premises oi:cupied are 20x70 
feet in size, and include one floor, being 
equipped with all the facilities and appliances, 
etc., to be found in a first-class city Drug Store. 
Mr. Allen is a native of Turner, Maine, and 
gives especial attention to the Compounding 
of Prescriptions, and no means are neglected 
to assure absolute accuracy in the filling of 
such orders, while the prices are put at the 
lowest figures consistent with the use of stan- 
dard ingredients. 

A. A. Davis, 

Dealer in Clocks and 
Jewelry; also Elgin, 
Hampden and Wal- 
tham Watches, etc., 
Brackett's Block, 
Brunswick, T. W.*! 
Davis, Manager. OneM 
of the most infallible v® 
signs of the culture 
and taste of an indi- 
vidual is that afforded 
by the character of 
the jewelry worn, and so decidedly is this the 
case, that a shrewd and experienced observer 
can generally tell at a glance the position held 
in society by those coming within the scope ot 
his observation. But no matter how correct 
and refined the taste of a jjerson may be in this 
respect, it will be of but little avail unless it is 
known where it can be fully gratified; and it is 
to supi^ly this information that we have under- 
taken this article. The establishment of 
Davis, the Jeweler, located on Main street, 
in Brackett's Block, is one which well re- 
pays a visit as therein will be found a stock of 
Watches, Clocks and Jewelry, embracing many 
of the latest and most beautiful designs. The 
line of Watches handled include Elgin, Hamp- 
den and Walthara makes, all of which are 
offered at the lowest market rates. Mr. Davis 
was born in Brunswick and is extremely well 
known throughout this locality. His store cov- 
ers an area of :iOx30 feet and he has the assist- 
ance of Mr. T. W. Davis as Manager. Those de- 
siring to purchase anything in the line of 
Watches, Clocks or Jewelry cannot afford to 
pass this establishment by, and should they call 
they will receive prompt and courteous atten- 
tion. Special attention given to repairing in all 
its branches. j 




Pejepscott National Bank, Main, op- 
posite Mason Street, Brunswick. That the Pre- 
jepscott National Bank deserves particidar men- 
tion in a work treating of Bi-unswick's commer- 
cial history and present position, must be 
obvious to any one at all acquainted with that 
institution's career; for from the beginning this 
Bank has been a Brunswick enterprise, carried 
on by Brunswick men, and conducted with a 
jealous regard for Brunswick's interests. It was 
incorporated in 1865, and during the almost 
quarter of a century that has since elapsed, it 
has made a record for enterprise tempered with 
a just conservatism that is as gratifying as it is 
exceptional. The Bank has prospered as 
Brunswick has prospered, and has borne its 
share of what adversity the community has ex- 
perienced since its incorporation, and by thus 
identifying itself with everyday affairs has won 
the confidence of the public to a marked degree. 
The list of the officers and directors controlling 
its affairs is in itself enough to vouch for the 
character of the institution, for the names found 
therein are known all through this section, and 
their owners are representative men in whom 
the community puts the utmost trust. Mr. H. 
C. Martin is the President, and Mr. L. H. Stover 
the Cashier; the Board of Directors being con- 
stituted of Messrs. H. C. Martin, W. S. Skolfield, 
J. L. Skolfield, Samuel Skolfield, John Bishop, 
P. C. Merriman and L. H. Stone. Certainly 
the Bank's affairs may be looked upon as quite 
secure in such hands as these, and there is 
every reaon to hope and expect that the bril- 
liant recoid of the past, will be equalled and 
even surpas-sed by that made in the future. 



B. K. Jordan & Co., Dealers in Grocer- 
ies, Paints, Oils and Glass, Main Street, Bruns- 
wick. As the health and strength of a people 
depend so largely on the food they eat. and as 
Groceries form so large a portion of the food 
eaten, it is of the highest importance to the wel- 
fare of a community that the Grocery trade 
should be in the hands of men of repute and in- 
tegrity, and therefore when we find a house en- 
gaged in it that gives every evidence of being 
managed in a straightforward and libei-al way, 
we lake special pleasure in commending it to the 
public. Such a house is that maintained by B. 
K. Jordan & Co., on Main Street. This estab- 
lishment was founded in 1865 under the firm 
name of Jordan & Snow, and so conducted until 
1876, when its style was changed to the present 
one of B. R. Jordan & Co. These gentlemen 
have established a record for fair dealing and 
thorough business knowledge of which they 
may well be proud. One fiaor and a basement 
each 20x60 feet is occupied and a very extensive 
and varied stock is constantly carried compris- 
ing full lines of all descriptions of Groceries, 
selected expressly for family trade. Also Paints, 
Oils and Glass are extensively dealt in, and 
many inducements are offered to the public, as 
only the most reliable and popular goods are 
handled and sold at positively the lowest market 
rates and few if any establishments in this 
vicinity, can make a better showing, as the 
goods handled are fresh and firstclass in every 
respect and warranted satisfactory. Mr. B. R. 
Joidan has held the office of Town Treasurer 
and Town Clerk, also Judge of Municipal Court. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRUNSWICK. 



S. T. & E. M. Brown, Manufacturers of 
Long and Short Lumber, Main Street, Bruns- 
wick. In a book of this character it is unavoid- 
able that a great deal of prominence should be 
given to the Lumber business, for this industry 
plays so important a part in Maine's commer- 
cial interests, that no work treating of them 
would be complete did it not make extensive 
reference to this branch of trade. Among the 
best-known concerns handling Lumber in 
Brunswick or vicinity, must be placed that of 
Messrs. S. T. & E. M. Brown, which does busi- 
ness on Main Street. Both the gentlemen re- 
ferred to are natives of Brunswick, and they 
have been identified with their present enter- 
prise since 1886, their father, Truworthy Brown 
having carried on the business in the same mill 
sixteen years. Long and Short Lumber is very 
extensively handled, the entire plant utilized, 
covering an acre of ground, and comprising im- 
proved machinery of various kinds, being the 
inventors of a " Heavy Timber Planing Machine" 
run by water-power. Messrs. S. T. & E. M. 
Brown enjoy excellent facilities for obtaining 
timber at low rates, and having a thorough un- 
derstanding of their business and a determina- 
tion to give their customers a fair share of what- 
ever advantages may be gained, they are enabled 
to supply anything in their line at rates as low 
as the lowest. Employment is given to twenty- 
five experienced assistants in the busy season, 
down to ten in the slackest time of the year. 
Orders are filled promptly, accurately and intel- 
ligently. 



E. W. Jobnson, M. D., Druggist and 
Apothecary, Main Street, Brunswick. There is 
no better known Druggist and Apothecary in 
Brunswick than Dr. E. W. Johnson, located on 
Main street, and he is especially well-known in 
this section of the State. Dr. Johnson is a na- 
tive of Durham. He has been in practice and in 
the Drug business for twenty-five years, and as 
may be supposed in the case of one having his 
extensive experience, is thoroughly acquainted 
with every detail of his business. The old adage 
"Familiarity breeds contempt" is undoubtedly 
applicable to some cases, but it does not apply 
here, for Dr. Johnson realizes more and more 
with every year, the responsibilities of his posi- 
tion, and may be depended upon to neglect no 
means to serve the best interests of his custom- 
ers. Prompt and decisive in the filling of 
orders, he is still very careful to avoid the least 
chance of error, and hence many prefer to have 
all their prescriptions compounded at this es- 
tablishment, saying that they feel entirely secure 
when this course is pursued. There can be no 
higher compliment paid any Druggist and we 
are pleased to be able to say that it is well-de- 
served and will doubtless continue to be merited. 
Dr. Johnson carries a full stock of Drugs, etc., 
and also of Toilet Articles and similar goods. 
Employment is given to competent and well 
informed assistants, and callers may depend on 
receiving prompt and courteous attention. " Re- 
medium," a perfect remedy for Chapped Hands, 
Face and Lips, Sunburn, Tan. and all Rough- 
ness of Skin. Apply to affected parts after 
washing and at bed-time. E. W. Johnson, m. d., 
Proprietor, Brunswick. 



S. J". Boarciinan, Dealer in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Cloaks, Shawls, etc. Geo. L. Thompson, 
Manager, Main Street, Brunswick. The ladies 
are noted for being " bargain hunters " especially 
so far as Dry and Fancy Goods are concerned, 
and as the establishment whose card we print 
above is known as the headquarters for bargains 
in those lines, it is but natural that it should be 
very liberally patronized by the fair sex. The 
enterprise in question, has been in operation a 
little over ten years, having been started in 1877. 
It is owned by Mrs. S. J. Boardraan and is under 
the management of Mr. Geo. L. Thompson, who 
is admirably suited to the position he holds. 
Mrs. Boardman is a native of New Bedford, 
Mass., and Mr. Thompson was born in the same 
State, his birth-place being Newburyport. Two 
floors are occupied of the dimensions of 23x82 
feet, and a very extensive stock is carried, com- 
prising Dry and Fancy Goods, as well as a beau- 
tiful selection of Cloaks, Shawls, etc. As we 
have noted before, this is a famous store for bar- 
gains, and it is probably on account of this that 
one is always sure to find the stock made up en- 
tirely of fresh and seasonable goods, as prices 
are put at such figures that the public have to 
buy and thus " keep things moving." Employ- 
ment is given to five careful and attentive assist- 
ants, and not the least popular feature of the 
management is the uniform politeness extended 
to every customer. Goods are cheerfully shown 
and any desired information given if possible. 
Mr. Thompson gives very close personal atten- 
tion to the workings of this enterprise and is 
always on the alert to remedy defects and pro- 
vide new features. He is deservedly popular 
and always has the welfare of his customers 
under consideration. 



F. D. Snow, Bakery, Pleasant Street, 
Brunswick. There are a great many people 
who know of "Snow's Bakery" for this enter- 
prise was inaugurated in 1884, and has been 
steadily and energetically carried on ever since. 
Mr. F. D. Snow, its proprietor, was born in 
Brunswick, and his place of business is located 
on Pleasant Street. The premises occupied, 
comprise two floors each of the dimensions of 
22x60 feet, and include a spacious sales-room 
and a well fitted up bake- shop supplied with 
every modern convenience. Bread, Cake and 
Pastry of all kinds may be had here, and so 
popular are Mr. Snow's productions with the 
public, that the employment of five competent 
assistants is required to meet with the brisk and 
increasing demand of the large wholesale and 
retail trade transacted, and three teams are run 
by Mr. Snow to accommodate his patrons. The 
goods coming from this Bakery are made by 
skilled hands to be sure, but they would never 
have reached the point in the favor of the peo- 
ple that they now hold, were it not for the fact 
they are made of selected material aud every 
detail of their manufacture carefully attended 
to. Mr. Snow may well take pride in the repu- 
tation his establishment holds, for it has been 
honestly earned and will be as honestly main- 
tained in the future. The lowest market rates 
are quoted, and every patron assured polite at- 
tion. Weddings, parties and receptions supplied 
at reasonable rates and of as good quality as can 
be had in the best city bakeries. 



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Tontine Hotel, W. B. Spear, Proprietor. 
Clerks, K. O. B. Dunning and G. W. Parker, 
Brunswick. It has been said tliat the true way 
to be prosperous and happy, is not so much to 
know how to earn money as to know bow to 
spend it, and it must be confessed that this the- 
ory has much sound sense to recommend it. We 
all know people who are able to make a dollar 
go as far as twice that sum will in common 
hands, and a good part of this desirable result 
is due to knowing where to buy what you want. 
Clothing, books, luxuries — all of them may be 
bought to much better advantage at some places 
than at others and in the purchase of food and 
lodging, or in other words in the procuring of 
Hotel Accommodations, the rule holds equally 
good. A man may be supremely uncomfortable 
in a house charging from $3.00 to $0.00 per day, or 
he may be contented and well fed in one whose 
terms are not half so high. The Tontine Hotel 
is a fine example of first-class accommodations 
at second-class prices, and under its present 
management is unquestionably as desirable a 
House to stop at as can be found in this State. 
This is not our opinion alone, it is shared by 
hundreds who have experienced the hospitality 
of this popular Hotel and its wisdom is con- 
firmed by the everyday experience of those 
making use of its facilities. A Hotel has been 
carried on here for about sixty years, but the 
present management assumed control in 1887. 
Mr. W. B. Spear is the Proprietor, while Mr. R. 
O. B. Dunning is the genial and accommodating 
Manager, and Mr. G. W. Parker the popular 
Clerk. There are fifty-five guest-rooms on the 
premises, which measure 40x70 feet and are 
three stories in height. Employment is offered 
to twelve assistants, and the rooms are kept in 
fine condition, while the table service is all that 
could be desired. The best that the market af- 
fords is furnished to guests, and the cooking is 
as a rule, excellent. A Livery Stable is con- 
nected with the Tontine House and teams may 
be had at ail hours at low rates. 



Spear & Whitniore, Dealers in Coal. 
Offices on Main and Cedar Streets, Brunswick. 
The inhabitants of this country are most 
fortunate in having abundant natural re- 
sources to draw from and in no partic- 
ular are they more blessed in this direc- 
tion than in the inexhaustible supplies of 
Coal which the United States contain. It 
would be difficult to over estimate the import- 
ance of an abundant fuel supply, for manufact- 
uring, is out of the question ; our comfort at 
home depends in a great measure upon it. One 
of the most popular firms in Brunswick engaged 
in handling Coal is that of Messrs. Spear & 
Whitmore, whose offices are located on Main and 
Cedar Streets. They inaugurated their enter- 
prise in 1886, and have already established a 
large retail trade extending throughout Bruns- 
wick and adjoining towns. The facilities for 
handling and storing the immense stock carried 
are large and complete. Five competent assist- 
ants are employed, and premises are utilized, 
(in addition to the offices, already mentioned,) 
comprising a yard covering an acre of ground 
with buildings capable of holding three thousand 
tons of Coal. All orders, whether large or small, 



will receive prompt and careful attention, and 
those sent by mail will be acted upon with 
equal celerity to those given in person. Messrs. 
Spear and Whitmore are both natives of Maine 
and have many friends here. Mr. W. B. Spear 
is connected with the Free Masons and Mr. J. 
A. Whitmore with the Masons and OddFellows. 



William 31. Pennell, Dealer in Invest- 
ment Securities and General Insurance Agent, 
Corner of Post-Office Square and Main Street, 
Brunswick. On the corner of Post-Office Square 
and Main Street is to be found one of the most 
sightly and pleasant offices on the street. Here 
all parties looking for safe and desirable Invest- 
ments will find Mr. Pennell ready to supply 
their wants. He makes it a point to recommend 
only such Securities as will bear the closest in- 
vestigation, and is building up a first-class busi- 
ness. He is also the representative of some of 
the leading Insurance Companies doing busi- 
ness. He has represented the ^tna Life of 
Hartford, as special agent over four years and 
has on his books the names of many of the 
leading citizens of this and other places in the 
State. The Employer's Liability Company is 
the Accident Company which Mr. Pennell rep- 
resents in this department of his business. 
Fire Insurance is written in such companies as 
the Liverpool and London and Globe of Eng- 
land, the Connecticut of Hartford, the Orient of 
the same city, and other sound and well-known 
companies. He will be found ready to courte- 
ously give any information concerning the 
above lines of his business. Mr. Pennell is a 
native of Brunswick. He is Secretary of the 
Board of Trade and also of the Brunswick Loan 
and Building Association. 



F. W. Barron, Groceries and Provisions, 
Main Street, Brunswick. The establishment 
conducted by Mr. F. W. Barron on Main Street, 
should certainly be familiar to the public in 
connection with the sale of Groceries and Pro- 
visions, for it has been occupied for this pur- 
pose, for the past fourteen years, having been 
established by its present proprietor in 1874. 
As long as it has been devoted to this trade, we 
feel that it is perfectly safe to assert that it was 
never so popular as it is at the present day for 
Mr. Barron has proceeded from the first with a 
determination to make his establishment second 
to none in Brunswick, so far as the offering of 
genuine inducements to the public is concerned 
and no better evidence of his success could be 
asked for than is supplied by his constantly in- 
creasing trade. Two floors are occupied each 
20x50 feet in dimensions, and a remarkably com- 
plete stock of Choice Family Groceries are car- 
ried, also Provisions are very extensively hand- 
led, and always to be had here. Mr. Barron 
malies a specialty of " Fine Teas and Coffees." 
Particular attention is requested to the fresh 
and varied assortment of Food Supplies dis- 
played, as they include only the best product- 
ions of the markets, all inferior and second-rate 
goods being entirely excluded. Orders are 
promptly and carefully delivered and moderate 
prices are quoted in every department. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRUNSWICK. 



F. H. Wilson, Pharmacist, Main Street, 
Bruuswick. There is no need of enlarging up- 
on the usefulness of a well-appointed and well- 
managed drug store in a community, for this 
usefulness is too plainly apparent to admit of 
its being disputed, and it is now generally con- 
ceded that the physician who heals a patient, 
must, in some cases, share whatever credit may 
attach to so doing, not only with the nurse but 
also with the apothecary who furnished the 
fresh and unadulterated drugs by which nature 
was aided in the battle against disease. It is 
unfortunate that some Drug Stores should be 
conducted by men totally unfitted for such a 
task, but still this is probably unavoidable, and 
on the whole the residents of Brunswick have 
reasons to congratulate themselves on the high 
standing to which the majority of pharmaceuti- 
cal establishments located in this town are fairly 
entitled. It is but natural that the Pharmacy 
conducted by Mr. F. H. Wilson which was 
established in 1875 and located on Main Street, 
should be preferred by many people to any other 
in the vicinity, as it is generally understood 
that its proprietor is one of the most eminent of 
our Dispensing Chemists, and no patron of its 
prescription department can fail to observe the 
scrupulous nicety with which the most ordinary 
prescription is compounded. For this and lor 
other reasons the prescription business of this 
establishment is a very large one, and as a con- 
sequence the consumption of the various Drugs 
and other agents employed in its carrying on, is 
very extensive thus necessitating their constant 
renewal and assuring their freshness. The 
premises occupied are spacious and attractively 
fitted up, fine " texture " ceiling work is one of 
the adornments of this model store. The 
assortment of fine Toilet Articles and other 
Fancy Goods is large and varied. Two thorough- 
ly competent assistants are constantly employed 
and we need not add thatprompt and courteous 
attention is extended to every caller. Mr. Wil- 
son is a native of Topsham and a highly re- 
spected citizen of Brunswick, and a member of 
the Free Masons, Odd Fellows and Kniahts of 
Pythias. Mr. Wilson puts up and has a fine sale 
for his "Cough Annihilator." This medicine 
has been before the people several years and is 
said to be one of the very best remedies in the 
market. 



E. D. Morin, Dealer in Groceries and Pro 
visions, Main Street, Brunswick. It would 
probably be impossible to find an establishment 
more universally known in this vicinity than 
that conducted by Mr. E. D. Morin on Main 
Street, and the more thorough an investigation 
is made around town the more one is convinced 
in the idea that this enterprise ranks second to 
no other of a similar nature in Brunswick and 
vicinity. It was inaugurated in 1880 by its pres- 
ent proprietor, and the business has not reached 
its present development and magnitude on ac- 
count of good luck, but simply because the fur- 
nishing of uniformly superior articles at uni- 
formly low prices, is sure to result in the attain- 
ment of a large trade. The premises occupied 
comprise one fioor and basement each covering 
an area of 2Ux4U feet and an additional store- 
house for the accommodation of the large stock 



handled. The merchandise dealt in includes 
both Groceries and Provisions. No pains are 
spared to maintain the high reputation which 
the establishment has long since been accoi'ded 
and both as regards quality and price, the arti- 
cles handled will be found to give perfect satis- 
faction. Two assistants are employed and cus- 
tomers are served with a precision and celerity 
which are both novel and gratifying. The pro- 
prietor of this prosperous enterprise is a native 
of Canada, and is not only universally known 
throughout this locality but also generally 
esteemed. 



Byron Stevens, Wholesale and Retail 
Bookseller and Stationer, Main Street, Bruns- 
wick. It is very certain that no account of the 
prominent business men of Brunswick would be 
complete were not mention made of Mr. Byron 
Stevens. The enterprise now conducted by Mr. 
Stevens was originally inaugurated in 1822 by 
Mr. G. Griffin, and popularly known as the Col- 
lege Book Store, and has been under the man- 
agement of its present proprietor since 1884. 
The establishment is located on Main street, 
and may well be called the " Mecca" of those 
literarily inclined throughout Brunswick. The 
reasons for this are many, and prominent among 
them is the fact that any book published may 
be obtained through Mr. Stevens at publishei's' 
rates, while he carries a full selection of the 
latest popular works as well as all the leading 
publications. One of the finest stocks of Fash- 
ionable and Commercial Stationery to be found 
in Brunswick, is also carried by Mr. Stevens, 
and the latest novelties in the line of Art Mate- 
rials are always obtainable here at the earliest 
possible moment. Mr. Stevens is a native of 
Portland, Maine, but has resided in Brunswick 
ten years. The premises utilized are located on 
the corner of Main and Pleasant Streets, oppo- 
site the Tontiue Hotel, and comprise two floors 
and a basement each covering an area of 20x60 
feet, and an extensive retail trade is transacted, 
requiring the services of competent and well- 
informed assistants. It is a store that Bruns- 
wick people are very proud of, and well they 
may be, for few stores even in the cities display 
so attractive a stock the year around, as is to be 
found here. Their specialties are Wedding and 
other gifts, Fine Pictures, Artistic Wares and 
Fashionable Stationery. 

J. F. Chaney, Dealer in Coal and Wood. 
Main Office, H. V. Stackpole's Shoe Store, Odd 
Fellows Block. Scale Office, at Wood Yard, 
near the Gas House, Brunswick. Recent de- 
velopments in connection with the Coal trade 
have convinced many a worried house-holder 
that it would be a most desirable thing to have 
a private coal mine in his back-yard, and thus 
secure an unfailing supply at a fixed price, for 
the mining operations would not then be en- 
tirely stopped by "strikes" at uncertain inter- 
vals, and even should this occur, the matter 
could be settled without the employment of any 
" Board of Arbitration " or such ineflfective and 
costly device. But as Coal in its natural state 
is unfortunately confined to certain regions far 
from here, the next best thing to do is to enter 
into relations with a house that makes a spec- 
ialty of its handling, and that can be depended 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRUNSWICK. 



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upon to supply its customers at the lowest 
market rates as longf as there is any supply to 
draw from. Such a house is that carried on by 
Mr. J. F. Chaney, on Main street, Brunswick, 
and should any of our readers question the 
truth of this statement, we will simply refer 
them to the record made by this house during 
its four years of existence. The premises util- 
ized comprise, in addition to the office on Main 
street, spacious yard-room with a capacity for 
the storage of S.OOO tons of Coal. This enter- 
prise was started by Mr. Chaney in 1884. He is 
a Maine man by birth, and is well-known in the 
Coal trade of this vicinity and an extensive re- 
tail business is done, requiring the services of 
three assistants. All orders by mail or other- 
wise will receive prompt and careful attention 
and the best grade of Coal will be furnished in 
quantities to suit, at the lowest market rates. 
Mr. Chaney, also in connection with Coal keeps 
the largest Wood- Yard in town, with machinery 
for manufacturing all kinds of Wood, and sheds 
for seasoning it under cover. This enterprise 
started by him two years ago, has proven a 
great convenience to the community as well as 
a success to himself, so that now he has to keep 
a large number of men and teams at work dur- 
ing the winter months, cutting, hauling, fitting 
and delivering Wood to supply a large trade. 

A. O. Reed, Photographer. Best facilities 
for Fine Work. Landscape Viewing Promptly 
Attended to. Main Street, Brunswick. The 
delicacy and dexterity required in the taking 
and finishing of photographs are by no means 
appreciated by the majority of people, although 
many, who think that anybody can take a good 
photograph if the necessary apparatus is at hand, 
must wonder why it is that one professional 
photographer does work which excites the ad- 
miration of all who see it, by its accuracy and 
beauty, while there are a dozen others appar- 
ently unable to even approach it in excellence. 
The truth is, photography is an art and not a 
a rpere mechanical process. As the most gifted 
artist in colors must have a proper equipment of 
paints, brushes, etc., if he is to produce the best 
results, so the most experienced and artistic 
Photographer must have a first-class apparatus 
to allow his skill to display itself to advantage, 
but in neither case can anything worthy of the 
name of art be accomplished unless he who uses 
the materials furnished has the art-faculty with- 
in him. In the work produced by Mr. A. O. 
Reed of Brunswick, may be seen the happy 
effect of a combination of Artistic treatment and 
skillful handling of a subject, and as this gentle- 
man does the largest business in Photography 
in this vicinity it is evident that his merits are 
appreciated. He is a native of Brunswick and 
founded his present undertaking in 1877. Two 
rooms are occupied of the dimensions of 20x60 
feet each, which are supplied with the best facili- 
ties for fine work, and employment is given to 
two skilled assistants. A specialty is made of 
Landscape Viewing, and all orders are promptly i 
attended to, and satisfaction guaranteed. Mr. I 
Reed's reputation is too high to allow him to let ! 
any imperfect work leave his Studio and we may 
add that no one is a more severe critic of the re- 
sults of his labor than he is himself. His prices 
are very low for the services rendei'ed and all 
callers- are treated with the utmost courtesy. 



G. C Stetson, Dealer in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Cloaks, etc.. Main Street, Brunswick. 
It is not a matter for wonderment that the 
house whose card we print above should be con- 
sidered as a representative of its class in this 
vicinity for it is controlled by a man who has 
had an extended and varied experience in the 
business he conducts and who spares neither 
pains nor expense to fully maintain the leading 
position which he has for some time held. The 
enterprise in question was inaugurated in 1880 
under the firm name of Stetson & Marsh and 
came under the sole control of the senior part- 
ner in 1886. Mr. George C. Stetson is a native 
of Brunswick and a member of Knights of 
Pythias, and is very widely known in this vicini- 
ty where he is highly esteemed. The premises 
occupied include two flours and a basement of 
the dimensions of 20x60 feet and the stock car- 
ried is not only heavy but complete foreign 
and domestic Dry Goods of every description 
as well as a fine line of Cloaks, etc. Employ- 
ment is given to six assistants and customers 
are served with a promptness and courtesy as 
gratifying, as it is rare. The ladies of Bruns- 
wick have long since learned that when they 
wish to inspect the latest fashionable novelties- 
this establishment is the place at which to find 
them and also that both Staple and Fancy 
Goods are offered at prices which will bear the 
strictest comparison with those asked else- 
where. The stock includes all grades and com- 
prises some of the most beautiful designs and 
fabrics obtainable in the markets. 



C. H. Colby, Contractor and Builder, and 
Manufacturer of Long and Short Lumber. Pump 
Tubing and Aqueduct Logs, Sash and Blinds, 
Doors and Ships' Cabin Work. Dimensions Sawed 
to Order. Moldings of all kinds. Ships' Wooden 
Tanks and Cisterns, Main Street, Brunswick. 
The enterprise carried on by Mr. C. H. Colby, 
has long ranked with the leaders in its special 
line, and indeed it is doubtful if there is another 
house in this vicinity of a similar character that 
is so well-known and so highly regarded. This 
undertaking was founded in 1845 by V. G. & E, 
Colby, afterward by S. & E. Colby and to C. H. 
Colby in 1878, who is a native of Webster. Mr. 
Colby is a Contractor and Builder as well as a 
manufacturer of Long and Short Lumber, and 
the scale on which he carries on business is indi- 
cated by the fact that the plant utilized covers 
an area of three acres of ground, employment 
being given to forty assistants. A large amount 
of valuable and efficient machinery is in opera- 
tion, ample water-power being at hand, and 
among the specialties manufactured may be 
mentioned: Pump Tubing and Aqueduct Logs, 
Sash and Blinds, Doors and Ships' Cabin Woi'k, 
Moldings of all kinds. Ships' Wooden Tanks 
and Cisterns, etc. Dimensions are sawed to 
order at short notice, and the character of the 
work turned out is of the highest order of ex- 
cellence. Mr. Colby gives close attention to the 
more important details of his business, and takes 
pains to see that the high standard so long held 
by his productions is fully maintained. As may 
be supposed, he is in a position to quote bottom 
prices in the various departments of his busi- 
ness, for his facilities are unsurpassed, and long, 
experience has reduced the expense o£ produc- 
tion to the lowest possible figure. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRUNSWICK. 



■ a. L. Dennison, Bookseller, Stationer, and 
dealer in Fancy Goods, Blank Books, Room 
Papers, Wrapping Paper, Paper Bags, Toys, etc. 
Five and Ten Cent Bargain Counter. Boston 
Daily Papers, also Circulating Library, Pictures 
and Picture Frames. Frames made to order at 
sbort notice. No. 1 O'Brien's Block, Main 
Street, Brunswick. Whether our readers be of 
a literary turn of mind or interested in learning 
the latest and most approved styles in the line 
of Fancy Goods and Paper Hangings they can- 
not fail to find that a visit to the establishment 
now conducted by Mr. B. L. Dennison on Main 
Street, No. 1 O'Brien's Block, both profitable 
and agreeable, for this gentleman carries an as- 
sortment of all the articles mentioned, so varied 



which the Horses, Carriages, etc., are looked 
after, everything here being maintained in the 
most neat and trim condition. An important 
branch of the business is the Boarding of Horses, 
these animals being given excellent care and 
abundance of suitable food. Messrs. Alexander 
& Hubbard do quite an extensive Sale business, 
and if any of our readers are looking for a good 
Driving Horse, they will find it well worth 
while to see what these gentlemen have to ojBer. 
They also do General Trucking and Jobbing, 
and the Tontine Hotel work. Their prices are 
reasonable in the extreme, and guarantee per- 
fect satisfaction in all branches of their busi- 
ness. Mr. Alexander is a member of the Free 
Masons and Mr. Hubbard of the Odd Fellows 



and complete that it must be seen to be appre- and the Grand Army, having enlisted in Co D., 



ciated; and what is even more to the purpose 
he is prepared to quote the very lowest market 
rales on anything he offers for sale. This bouse 
was inaugurated in 1868 by Mr. B. G. Dennison, 
and continued under his management until 
1887, when the present proprietor Mr. B, L. 
Dennison assumed full control of the business. 
Both these gentlemen are natives of Brunswick 
and Mr. B. G. Dennison held the office of Post- 
Master from 1861 to 1866. Thepi-emises utilized 
are located on Main Street and comprise one 
floor and basement each 22x100 feet in dimen- 
sions 



8th Maine Regiment as Musician ; was at 
Beaufort, Hilton Island, Fort P., Cold Harbor, 
Fair Oaks, etc. ; was stationed at Gen. Grant's 
headquarters in the General's band. Messrs. 
Alexander & Hubbard also have in readiness 
for the accommodation of large or small parties, 
Double Carriages and Sleighs; drivers furnished 
when required. 



J. S. Towne, Pharmacist, Main Street, 

Brunswick. The establishment conducted by 

Mr. J. S. Towne, has peculiar claim to a promi- 

Employment is given to six thoroughly nent position in this review of the representa- 



capable assistants thus insuring every caller tive houses of Brunswick for this is one of the 
prompt and courteous attention. The supply of best appointed Pharmacies in this town, having 
Books carried is made up of the works of the been founded here in 1886 by the present pro- 



standard authors as well as of those who are 
most popular at the present day. The Wall 
Paper in stock is new and original in design, 
and there is a sufficient variety of it on hand to 
allow both the tastes and the purses of custom- 
ers to be fully suited. Fancy Goods of every 
description are largely dealt in as well as Sta- 
tionery, Blank Books, Wrapping Paper, Paper 
Bags, Toys, etc., also Five and Ten Cent Goods, 
Boston Daily Papers, Pictures and Picture 
Frames, and Frames made to order at short 
notice. A large Circulating Library is also con- 
ducted at this establishment, and bottom prices 
are put upon every article. 

Alexander & Hubbard, Livery, Sale and 
Boarding Stable, Next Door North of the Ton- 
tine Hotel, Main Street, Brunswick. The Liv- 
ery Stable now carried on by Messrs. Alexander 
& Hubbard, on Main Street, next door North of 
Tontine Hotel, is, in some respect, a represen- 
tative enterprise, for it has been under the 
management of the senior partner since 1866 
(Mr. Hubbard having been admitted to the firm 
in 1882), and has an unblemished record for 
furnishing the best of accommodations. The 
proprietors are both natives of Maine, and it is 
safe to say that few men are belter known, not 
only in Brunswick but also in adjoining com- 
munities. The premises occupied comprise a 
carriage- house, stable and office, and every fa- 
cility is at hand for the proper accommodation 
of the extensive patronage received. No better 
Stable can be found in this vicinity at which to 
hire a turn-out for a spin on the road, for the 
Horses and Vehicles here furnished are good 
enough for anybody to use, and the terms in 
force are reasonable in the extreme. One of 
tlie most gratifying features connected with the 
management of this enterprise, is the way in 



prietor who is a native of Buckfield, Maine, a 
member of the Fi-ee Masons and certainly ranks 
among the most highly esteemed business men 
in this vicinity. The store occupied covers an 
area of 18x45 feet and is located on Main Street 
and contains one of the most extensive assort- 
ments of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals to be 
found in any retail Pharmacy in Brunswick. A 
sufficient number of assistants are employed to 
assure all necessary facility in the filling of 
orders. The compounding of Physicians' Pre- 
scriptions is the most important department of 
the business, and every means that science and 
practical experience can suggest is provided to 
make this service prompt and reliable. No 
risks are taken, conservative methods are inva- 
riably used, and so far as human foresight is 
capable of rendering accidents impossible, those 
doing business with this house are positively 
guaranteed against error. The charges are as 
' low as the use of standard and tested ingredi- 
ents will permit, and we are happy to say that 
the advantages offered are appreciated and a 
large business done. Mr. Towne is the inventor 
and proprietor of "Rose Balm " which stands 
without an equal as an invaluable and agreeable 
specific for Chapped Hands, Face, Lips and all 
Roughness of the Skin. Gentlemen will find it 
a fragrant and soothing application to the face 
after shaving as it allays all irritation and keeps 
the face smooth and free from soreness which 
is often caused by the razor. Don't confound 
" Rose Balm " with the many unsightly and dis- 
agreeable mixtures which are put up for the 
above complaints. " Rose Balm" is a scientific 
compound, the result of careful study and exper- 
iment to make it an elegant preparation in ap- 
pearance without detriment to its curative 
properties, and it contains nothing that will in- 
jure the most delicate complexion. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRUNSWICK. 



335 



Jordan Snow, Merchant Tailor aud Dealer 
in Gent's Furnishing Goods, Main Street, Bruns 
wick. No doubt many o( our readers, especial- 
ly those residing in Brunswick, have already 
heard favorable reports of the Merchant Tailor- 
ing establishment conducted by Mr. Jordan 
Snow, on Main Street; for those who do business 
with a house that is able to give perfect satis- 
faction both as regards its goods and its prices 
are very apt to communicate their experience to 
their friends so that they may take advantage of 
the same. Mr. Snow is a native of Brunswick 
and a member of the Knights of Pythias, and has 
been associated with his present enterprise since 
1806. He is prepared to do Fine Tailoring of 
every description, but caters especially to the 
best class of trade, paying particular attention 
to the cutting and fitting of both old and young 
men's garments, and producing Fashionable 
Clothing for their wear that in every detail will 
bear the severest comparison with that turned 
out at much more pretentious establishments. 
One floor is occupied, 22x60 feet in dimensions, 
and an extensive and varied assortment of (xent's 
Furnishings are carried; also a complete line of 
Foreign and Domestic Fabrics are exhibited 
which will well repay careful inspection. Those 
who desire to dress with pleasing individuality 
will do well to remember that Mr. Snow mak^s a 
specialty of supplying Suitings, etc., that are 
uncommon in design without being unpleasantly 
conspicuous, and a sufficient variety in patterns 
is shown to allow all peculiarities of size and 
form, to be provided for. Although making a 
specialty of high-class Garments, Mr. Snow is by 
no means high in his prices and those who have 
been accustomed to the exhorbitant rates 
chai^ged at some fashionable tailoring houses, 
will be most agreeably surprised on learning the 
prices quoted by Mr. Snow. The establishment 
is supplied with every facility for the doing of 
Fine Custom Work. Ten skilled assistants are 
employed, and only experienced hands intrusted 
with the various details of making, etc., and un- 
der these circumstances, Mr. Snow feels that he 
can confidently guarantee satisfaction, and war- 
rant Perfect-Fitting, and Durable Garments. 



Extensive repairs were made on the interior of 
the building a year ago, and they now have the 
largest amount of floor room of any store in 
town. They now carry a large stock of General 
Goods suitable for their large and increasing 
trade. To accommodate thei. patrons they have 
the assistance of six experienced salesmen. 
Customers may rely upon prompt and polite 
treatment. In regard to prices, their reputation 
for being the lowest of any in town is not to be 
denied. 



William R. Field, Fine Cigars and Tobac- 
co, Main Street, Brunswick. The establishment 
carried on by Mr. \V. R. Field on Main Street, is 
a resort of great and increasing popularity, not 
only for those who enjoy a good cigar, but also 
for those who find amusement and relaxation 
in a friendly game of Billiards and Pool, for Mr. 
Field has two Billiard tables aud one Pool table 
on the premises and sees that they are kept in 
first-class condition so that a game on them is 
always enjoyable. A very largo stock of Con- 
fectionery, Fruits, Cigars, and Tobacco is car- 
ried, and it is hard to say which department of 
this assortment is the most elaborate, for begin- 
ning at Cigars we find that all grades and kinds 
of both Foreign and Domestic Goods are offered, 
while the prices are put away down to the low- 
est notch. In Tobacco, we find all the popular 
brands of both Plug and Fine-Cut suitable for 
either chewing or smoking. In Pipes, there is 
certainly a sufficient variety to suit all tastes 
and purses. The premises occupied and located 
on Main Street, comprise two floors and a base- 
ment each 22x3) feet in dimensions. Mr. Field 
is a native of Brunswick and a member of the 
Free Masons. He does a very large business 
and deserves to for his prices are low and his 
goods of standard quality. 



F. C. Webb & Co., General Store, Main 
Street, Brunswick. " A worthy enterprise well 
conducted " seems to be the popular verdict on „ .. 

the business carried on by F. C. Webb & Co., in niflcent of its character and of the uniform su 
this town and after a somewhat exhaustive ex- periority of the goods handled. Business was 



Li. D. Snow, Dealer in Groceries, Provis- 
ions, Lime, Paints, Oils, Glass, etc.. Main 
Street, Brunswick. One of Brunswick's repre- 
sentative establishments is that carried on by 
Mr. L. D. Snow, corner of Main and Center 
Streets. This enterprise is very extensively 
known, and the manner in which it is patron- 
ized by the very best class of trade, is most sig- 



amination into its merits and advantages we 
are obliged to fully endorse this opinion. It is 
comparatively seldom that an instance is found 
where such cordial relations exist between a 
firm aud its patrons as we can testify are ob- 



begun in 1876, and has since been continued 
with ever increasing success. Mr. Snow is a 
native of Brunswick, and is thoroughly 
acquainted with the Grocery trade giving close 
personal attention to its many details, andspar- 



servable in the present case, and when such a ing no pains to constantly improve the efficiency 
state of feeling is discovered, it requires no very of his service to the public. The premises util- 
deep knowledge of human nature to afford an ized are 2 >x72 feet in size and include two 
explanation of it. Fair dealing on the one side floors. A very extensive and skillfully selected 
and liberal patronage on the other, are all that stock is always carried. It comprises Staple 
is essential to tbe building up of a trade of and Fancy Groceries of all descriptions, and a 
mammoth proportions, and the establishment of flne assortment of Provisions in almost endless 
a perfect confidence and appreciation. Mr. F. j variety. Also Paints, Oils, Glass, Lime and 
C. Webb is a native of Brunswick— a Director Cement. These goods are quoted at way-down 
of the First National Bank and Vice President ' prices, and are positively guaranteed to prove as 
of the Board of Trade. For several years he ; represented in every instance. Employment is 



was with the firm of J. T. Adams & Co., as 
bookkeeper, and upon the retirement of Mr. 
Adams eight years ago, took charge of the store. 



given to two efficient and courteous assistants, 
and every caller will receive prompt attention 
and satisfactory service. 



336 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRUNSWICK. 



E. A. Graves, Harness Manufacturer. 
Dealer in Sleigh and Carriage Robes, Horse 
Blankets, Whips, etc., Swift Block, Main Street, 
Brunswick. We talk of getting "a horse and 
carriage " as though no more was necessary in 
order to enjoy a ride, but nevertheless there is 
another item to be mentioned and a very im- 
portant one it is too — the harness. Your horse 
may be a second edition of" Maud S," your car- 
riage may be the latest production of the finest 
maker in the country, but unless you have a 
harness and a good one too, your chances for 
having an enjoyable drive are very small indeed. 
It is not everybody that advertises to be a har- 
ness-maker that understands his business by 
any means, but there are some first-class work- 
men here in Brunswick, and one of the best of 
them is Mr. E. A. Graves, carrying on operations 
on Main Street. This gentleman employs com- 
petent and skilled assistants and is enabled to 
fill every order without delay. He will make 
Harness to order in first-class style and at bot- 
tom prices, and carries in stock a fine assort- 
ment of Sleigh and Carriage Robes, Horse 
Blankets, Whips, etc., Horse Furnishings in 
general. Carriage Trimming and Repairing of 
every description, is done in the most skillful 
and durable manner. Fine Order Work is made 
a specialty of and satisfaction is confidently 
guaranteed to every customer. We therefore 
cordially recommend Mr. Graves and his popu- 
lar establishment to all in this vicinity in need 
of anything in his line of business. Mr. Graves 
is a native of Brunswick and is extensively and 
favorably known throughout this section. 



Miss E. A. Chase, Dealer in Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, Main Street, Brunswick. Enter- 
prise and sagacity in the selection of goods and 
good taste, liberality, and accommodations in 
the arrangement and sale of them, are enough 
to insure success for any busine-ss undertaking, 
and perhaps some of those loud-mouthed phil- 
osophers who are so fond of disclaiming as to 
the unfitness of women for mercantile pursuits, 
would do well to stop talking long enough to 
investigate for themselves such cases of emi- 
nent success in this line as we have become 
conversant with in the preparation of this book. 
One of the most pronounced of them is the one 
to which we propose to allude in this article, 
and of itself it is enough to demonstrate that 
no monopoly of the qualities which bring about 
prosperity in business, is held by man. Miss 
E. A. Chase opened the establishment she has 
since conducted with profit to herself and to 
the community, in 1869. so that a sufficient time 
has since elapsed to enable an intelligent judg- 
ment to be formed as to the results attained. 
She is engaged in the Retailing of Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, etc., and has built up a patronage 
which could never have reached its present pro- 
portions had not genuine and continuous in- 
ducements been offered to the public. Four 
capable assistants are constantly employed and 
a store is occupied of the dimensions of 20x:^0 
feet, and such arrangements are in force as to 
permit of every customer receiving prompt and 
careful attention. Miss Chase quotes very low 
prices on the articles handled, and depends 
more upon the extensive sales than upon lai-ge 
profits for the reward of her exertions. 



A. W. Town.send, Bookseller and Station- 
er, Main Street. Brunswick. In a book intend- 
ed for the people, as this is, all information as 
to how homes may be made beautiful at small 
expense, cannot fail to be of interest, and hence 
we need offer no apology for calling attention 
to the fine display of Wall Paper made by Mr. 
A. W. Townsend at his well-known establish- 
ment on Main Street, for there is nothing cap- 
able cf so thoroughly changing the appearance 
of a room, or of an entire house, for that mat- 
ter, as the substitution of New and Fashion- 
able Paper-Hanging for those that are neither 
the one nor the other. Mr. Townsend offers a 
very skillfully-selected assortment to choose 
from, and whether a preference be had for large 
or small figures, bright or dark colors, he car- 
ries a sufficient variety to suit any caller. His 
prices are as low as the lowest, and no one in- 
terested should neglect visiting his establish- 
ment. Books, Stationery, etc., together with a 
full line of the latest novelties in the way of 
Fancy Goods, etc., aie extensively handled, and 
the premises occupied measuring 23x70 feet 
and comprising one floor and basement, are 
none too spacious to accommodate the heavy 
stock carried. In this establishment the cen- 
tral offices for the telephone and New England 
Despatch Express are located. Mr. Townsend 
is a native of Brunswick and a member of the 
Odd Fellows and Knights of Pythias, and in- 
augurated his present enterprise in 1880. He 
has shown both liberality and foresight in the 
management of his business, and fully deserves 
the success he has won. 



Mrs. M. A. Sinitli, Dealer in Millinery 
and Fancy Goods, also Hair Goods, Main Street, 
Brunswick. It is safe to assume, that when a 
business enterprise has been conducted steadily 
for twenty years it must be well managed, and 
must be concerned in the supplying of such 
goods as the public demands. Therefore when 
we say that the undertaking carried on by Mrs. 
M. A. Smith was founded in 1868, it is hardly 
necessary to add that it stands high in the favor 
of the people. No person can visit the store, 
inspect the attractions offered, and note the 
courteous attention paid to customers without 
being convinced that the establishment fully 
deserves its popularity, and when the prices 
quoted are learned, this conviction will be 
strengthened and confirmed. The premises 
utilized are of the dimensions of 20x40 feet and 
employment is affordted to four assistants. 
Millinery and Fancy Goods and Hair Goods of 
all descriptions are carried in stock, and no 
surer way of learning what are the latest novel- 
ties in these goods can be found than to exam- 
ine the assortment here presented. Mrs. Smith 
is a native of JNIassachusetts and considering 
her long experience, it is hardly necessary to 
state, understands her business thoroughly in 
every detail. She gives close personal attention 
to the supervision of the various departments 
conducted by her, and is ever seeking to im- 
prove the efficacy of the service. Order work 
is done at short notice and in a neat and taste- 
ful manner, and all goods are offered at the low- 
est market rates. Courtesy is extended to all 
and satisfaction is confidently guarantee d. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRUNSWICK. 



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Bowdoiii Paper Maniitacturing Co., 

Main Street, Topsham (over the bridge). It is 
curious to remark the almost absolute ignorance 
that exists regarding the manner in which some 
of the most commonly used substances are 
produced, and in this connection nothing af- 
fords a better illustration of what we mean 
than the hazy and sometimes absurd ideas 
that are held concerning the manufacture of 
Paper. Perhaps ninety-nine men out of one 
hundred, if asked how Paper is made would 
say that rags, paper, etc., are put in a machine 
anu ground up and then made into nice, new 
paper again; but if asked to give further partic- 
ulars they would have to confess their igno- 
rance. Paper is used for an immense variety 
of purposes nowadays, and its usefulness is be- 
ing extended rapidly, and an immense amount 
of capital is employed in its manufacture, and 
some of the Paper-making machines in use are 
wonderful examples of meclianical ingenuity 
and skill. A well-known Paper Mill here in 
Topsham is that carried on by the Bowdoin 
Paper Manufacturing Company, located on Main 
Street, just over the bridge. This was inauou 
rated and the old mill built in 1808, the new 
mill being erected in ISBo. Employment is 
given to one hundred and twenty-five hands, 
the pay-roll for which is $1,000 per week. The 
plant occupied covers an area of three acres of 
ground. The extensive system of machinery in 
use is run by water-power, and the product of 
the mill, which amounts to sixteen tons per 
day, is in active demand. The Bowdoin Paper 
Manufacturing Company is made up of Mr. W. 
H. Parson as President and Mr. M. C. Parson, 
Treasurer, both these gentlemen being natives 
of New York, and Mr. F. C. Whitehouse of 
Topsham, as Secretary. These gentlemen 
give close attention to their business interests, 
and the result is continued and steadily increas- 
ing prosperity. 



Edward Beaumont, Dealer in Flour, 
Meal, Feed, Cotton Seed Meal Wheat, Wheat 
Screenings, Ground Oyster Shells, Poultry 
Bone, Meat Scraps for Poultry, Topsham. It is 
an old and a well-proved rule, that it is always 
best to buy of the manufacturer underordinary 
circumstances. This rule holds good in the 
purchase of Flour, Feed, etc., as well as in other 
things, and that many people think as we do on 
this subject, is proved by the large business 
done by Mr. Edward Beaumont who carries on 
a Grist Mill, as well as a large Wholesale and 
Retail Business, on Main Street, over the 
Bridge. This undertaking had its inception in 
1858, the founder being Mr. W. B. Purinton, the 
present Proprietor, Mr. Edward Beaumont, be- 
ing his successor. This gentleman has been 
connected with the business as Manager and 
Proprietor since 1869. He is extensively known 
in this vicinity and ranks with the representa- 
tive manufacturers and merchants of Topsham. 
The George T. Smith Middlings Purifier Co., of 
Jackson, Michigan, the foremost and largest 
makers of improved Mill Machinery in the 
United States and will soon be in operation, 
making Refined Corn Meal, Granulated Corn 
Mtal Mnd Rye Meal on the Roller process. The 
Mill-Stone will not be discarded as it is an ad- 
mitted fact that it cannot be superseded for 
22 



Feed for Dairy Farming, and customers can 
have their choice of Roller or Stone Ground 
Meal and Feed. The premises occupied consist 
of four floors each 40x4.') feet in dimensions, and 
are very completely fitted up with the most im- 
proved machinery and a complete Roller plant 
is now ordered from the makers, which is run 
by water-power. The commodities produced 
are supplied in quantities to suit, both a Whole- 
sale and Retail Business being done, and all the 
goods handled will be the best money can pur- 
chase, as he does not buy inferior grades of any 
kind. Among the most impuriant of these, may 
be mentioned Flour, Meal, Cotton Seed Meal, 
Wheat, Wheat Screenings, Ground Oyster 
Shells, Poultry Bone and Meat Scraps for Poul- 
try. A specialty is also made of Pure Wheat 
Meal and warranted to be equal to any made; 
also refined Corn Meal, warranted superior 
to granulated and all other Corn Meal for do- 
mestic purposes, and the quality of all the arti- 
cles, bought of this house, may be strictly de- 
pended upon to prove just as represented. 



W. O. Peterson, Grocer, Main Street, 
Brunswick. The gentleman whose card we 
print above, has not carried on his present en- 
terprise for a great length of time, as he only be- 
came identified with it in 18^6. but nevertbeles 
the record so far made under his management, 
has no reason to fear comparison with that of 
any other similar period in other establishments 
of this kind in this section, and that this is no 
slight praise, may well be thought when it is 
learned how large the number of such establish- 
ments are in Brunswick. Mr. W. O. Peterson is 
a native of this town and a member of the Odd 
Fellows. He has many friends, having added to 
his former large list since beginning to serve the 
public in his present capacity. The premises 
occupied include a store on Main Street of the 
dimensions of 25x60 feet, with ati additional 
storehouse, and employment is given to one ex- 
perienced and competent assistant, Mr. Robert 
Stanwood, who has been in the business many 
years. Groceries and General Stores are very 
extensively handled and as the stock is chosen 
especially with a view to the wants of family 
trade, it is worthy the inspection of every house- 
keeper. Groceiies, both staple and fancy, are 
supplied at the lowest market rates, as well as 
everything usually included in General Stores 
and a full guarantee is given that every article 
shall prove as represented. Every depai-tment 
is equally liberally managed and a choice assort- 
ment of goods are offered in great profusion. 



Miss A. Hacker, Dealer in Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, Main Street, Brunswick. Some 
of the would be "funnymen" with which the 
newspaper press is infested at the present day, 
are fond of calling attention to certain things 
which they allege a " Woman can't do," but 
they apparently take no heed of the innumera- 
ble things a woman can do, among which may 
be prominently mentioned in this connection 
" mind her own business." As for things she 
can't do, it has bafiied much wiser meo than 
the jesters mentioned to discern just what are 
the limits of woman's powers when she sets her 
mind on the attainment of a certain object. It 



338 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF BATH. 



IS notsurprisiugrofcouise that the best appointed Goods are always to be found in the store, which 
Millinery Establishments should be conducted is of the dimensions of 18x35 feet. Miss Hacker 
Dy the gentle sex for a" man milliner" is apt to is a native of Brunswick and has carried on this 
DC more ot a curiosity than he is an artist and in undertaking since 1874. She has exceptional 
tnese days artistic talent is essential to the high- taste in the selection and arrangement of articles 
est success in the industry alluded to. The of Millinery and places her prices at such rea- 
establishmeut of which Miss A. Hacker is the sonable figures as to have built up a large pat- 
riopnetress located on Main btreet is one ofjronage. Miss Hacker succeeded Mrs. J. M. 
the best and most favorably known in this | Hacker (her mother) who carried on the Millin- 
vicinity and the heavy and increasing patronage I ery and Fancy Goods business in Brunswick 39 
^InoM '^^^ '^ . ^ deserved as a large and fash- years, having begun in 1842, she being the old^ 
lonable assortment of Millinery and Fancy | est Milliner in th^t town. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



— OF — 



B^TH. ME. 




?EW ENGLAND had many a romance in its younger years, which amid the 
mystic glamour of a primeval j^eriod would easily have developed into legend 
or myth or even epic song. I>ut in no department ot her life, peril aps, has there been 
more of romance and poetry than in the stragglings and voyagings of her sturdy sons 
upon tlie sea, of the old sea port towns of the New England coast; and few attained 
higher prestige or were more broadly typical of the restless, enterprising spirit which 
accomplished so many victories on the sens of the world, than Bath, Maine, and though 
the ardor of that spirit has been cooled, or turned into other directions by numerous 
revei-ses, there still lingers in the old city many memorials of the sea-faring days of 
the past. The old town sprung indeed from one of the most prominent shipping 
towns of New England, being settled in 1718 by Thomas Elkins from Salem, Mass., 
who came here with several other stout-hearted pioneers and founded the settlement 
in that year. During all the following years of that troubled century the village 
grew steadily, though slowly, and though the Indians gave considerable and serious 
annoyance, it does not seem, as many others round about were, to have ever been aban- 
doned. The men who had come here had the purest and strongest blood in their 
veins of that race who had dared defy a king and plant a settlement in an unknown 
wilderness, and they were not going to be thwarted in their plans by any number of 
" blood-thirsty Red-men or wiley Frenchmen." But for many years the struggle for 
existence, not to say progress, looked doubtful, and in 1750, at the turning point of 
the century, there were only about two dozen houses here, and the Indians were still 
menacing them with destruction in fire and blood. But the following years witnessed 
a gradual adjusting of the disturbing influences, and the little town began to grow 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF BATH. 



339 



with more rapidity. Tn 1753 it was estimated that there were forty families settled 
here, and these formed the nucleus for a settlement wliich in a few decades liad be- 
come one of tlie most important on the Northern part of the coast of New England- 
In 1700 the settlement had advanced to the dignity of erecting a meeting-house and 
seven years later the first settled minister, the Rev. Francis Winter was called, and 




CENTER STREET IN 1889. 
began a long and faithful work here. For a time in the middle part ot the century, 
Bath might have been taken as an example of the famous Malthusian law of the geo- 
metrical progression of population, for in 1764 it had increased to over 400 and con- 
tinued to do so up to ihe time of the Revolution. 

The shipping interests of Bath are well worthy of careful study. As they developed 
the town saw some of its palmiest days, and the presence of its ships on all the 
waters of the woild gave it an extended fame which has not died out at the present 
day, though the character of its industry has partially changed. It is a curious and 
noteworthy fact that the first vessel known to have been built in this country, was 
built at this spot. In 1607-8, the Popham Cohmy came here to build a vessel which, 
when completed, was called the "Virginia" after the Virgin Queen, and so far as 
known was the first constructed on the soil of the United States. The abundance of 
good timber and the excellent facilities for launching suggested to these early resi- 
dents of the region the natural fitness which in after years developed so largely. 

The aggregate number of ships built from 1781 to 1880 is 3,022, of tonnage 1,078,- 
159, and the total valuation is $54,375,809. The shipping reached its apogee in the 
decade just before the lust war and how disastrously that struggle affected it. Since 
that time, however, it has shown signs of rejuvenated life and has grown with com- 
parative steadiness up to the present writing. 



340 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF BATH. 



In the War of the Hebellion, Bath maintaine'l its traditional laurels with increasing 
honor. It had received a city charter in 1847, and in 1854, upon the formation of the 
County of Sagadahoc, had been made the county seat. By virtue of its great shipping 
interests chiefly, it had become at the beginning of the War one or the largest and 

most influential cities of Maine, and 
nobly sustained its position from the 
start. It contributed liberally both of 



men iind money and from it went forth 




FRONT STREET IN 1889. 

some of the most talented and able officers in the State Regiments. Its volunteers 
were chiefly enlisted in the 3d, 5th, 7th, 9th, 12th, 13lh, 17th, lOth, 25th and 30th 
Maine Regiments, though it was represented in almost every one from the State. 
But the " pet Regiment" at Bath w;is the 19th, which was organized here, almost 
entirely composed of Bath men, and commanded by one of Bath's most prominent 
and honored citizens. Col. F. D. Sewall. This regiment served with distinguished 
honors at Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, the Wilderness Campaign and around Rich- 
mond iu 1864 and '65. The honor list of Bath was very large and she was called 
also to mourn the loss of many of her noblest sons whose memory she has always 
tenderly cherished and fittingly perpetuated. Though a sufferer in her business 
interests from the great conflict, she never bated a jot of full patriotism and service 
and has since turned much of her enterprising spirit into other channels from those 
in which it ran before the War. 

The city of Bath socially is one of the most fimed in the State. The people are 
celebrated for their geni.dity and hospitality. The winter social seasons, unlike many 
parts of the Garden State which flourish only in summer, has a metropolitan atmos- 
phere of social enlivenment and activity. The young people of the city have the 



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wide-spread fame of being the leaders in the social world of Maine, and the season 
here has iniuirnerable features of enjoyment and improvement which only those who 
have passed one here can at all appreciate or expect. Besides its own numerous ship- 
ping, Bath is connected with Boston and Portland by steamer and the Maine Central 
Railroad. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 

OF 

B^TH, ME. 



Samuel Anderson, Druggist, Front Street, 
Bath. The well-known moral, " Familiarity 
breeds Contempt," has an apt illustration in 
the light manner in which the public at large 
regard the services rendered by those carrying 
on the numerous Pharmacies now in operation. 
The honorable and conscientiovis dispensing 
Chemist holds a position which is at once pre- 
carious and arduous. He is called upon to fill 
prescriptions of every imaginable kind, scrawled 
so illegibly at times that a grocer could not fill 
an order for goods so poorly written, held le- 
sponsible for any ill effects that may follow the 
administration of the medicine, and accused of 
extortion jif he charges one third as much for 
filling the prescription as the physician asked 
for writing it. Are these statements over- 
drawn? Think a moment and then answer. 
Under such circumstances a Chemist who has 
faithfully and acceptably served the public for 
more than thirty years, deserves special men 
tion, and we take genuine pleasure in noting 
the fact that Mr. Samuel Anderson has such a 
record, for he has been associated with his 
present enterprise since 1856, operations hav- 
ing been begun in 1847, under the name of 
Samuel Anderson, senior. Mr. Anderson is a 
native of this city; no resident business man is 
more generally known or more highly esteemed 
in all quarters. The premises occupied are lo- 
cated on Front Street, and include one floor and 
a basement, measuring 20x6U feet. The assort- 
ment of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, etc., is 
very complete and skillfully chosen, and pre 
scriptions can be filled at short notice with ab- 
solute correctness. No precautions are neg- 
lected, and the prices in every case are made as 
low as the use of first-class materials will per- 
mit. Mr. Anderson carries, also, a full line of 
Trusses, probably the largest stock in the State, 
including all the latest improvements. Every 
desirable style and all the modern appliances 
obtained as soon as introduced in the market. 
Fits are warranted in all cases, at prices lower 
than in Boston or New York. His stock also 
includes Supporters, Elastic Stockings, 
Shoulder Braces, etc. 



The H. W. Howard Printingr Com- 
pany, Bath. From the time of Gutenberg to 
the present day, printing has made wonderful 
strides, and even during the past decade im- 
nrovements have been brought about that add 
decidedly to the beauty and the practical value 
of " the art preservative." The day of the ama- 
teur has gone by, and although amateur print- 
ing accomplished a great deal of good by bring- 
ing home to every business man the fact that 
printer's ink could be used in his occupation to 
advantaee, it has also educated the public to 
detect the difference between eood and bad 
work in the typhographical line. It is the 
neatly printed Circular, the symmetrical Bill- 
Head, the tasteful and concise Business Card 
that gives evidence that the concern whose 
name they bear is fully up to the times, and 
with very few exceptions a slovenly Card or 
Bill-Head means a slovenly way of doing busi- 
ness. Therefore it is worth while to take a lit- 
tle pains to have your Printing done in the 
best manner. This Company being centrally 
located, with the best mateiial to be had, and 
emi loyingnone but competent workmen, with 
its electric motors and fine machinery, is able 
to turn out the best grades of work. Their 
Brunswick Office, newly fitted up some two 
years since, and under the able management of 
G. M. Wheeler, is acknowledged second to none 
in the State. Located in the new public building 
this Company is prepared to fill orders at short 
notice, and its prices are such as will bear com- 
parison with those quoted any where else on 
work of similar quality. Every effort is made 
to strictly keep all promises in regard to time 
of delivery, etc.. and estimates on any desired 
line of work will be cheerfully furnished on 
application. For extent, quality, variety and 
general excellence they are unsurpassed. A 
number of hands find constant employment in 
attending to the wants of the firm's patrons, 
the trade extending all over this section of the 
State. The characteristics which regulate the 
policy of this reliable house are suoh as to enti- 
tle it to universal consideration. All orders 
are promptly filled. 



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LEADING B USINESS MEN OF BA TU. 



William B. Olys, Ship Broker and Com- 
mission Merchant; Fire and Marine Insurance 
Effected; Ice, Hay, Bricks and Wood Bought 
and Sold on Commission, Front Street, Bath. 
That the Commission Merchant fills an import- 
ant place in the community, is well-known to 
all who are acquainted with the facilities of ex- 
change afforded in our cities, and as Mr. Wil- 
liam B. Olys is jjrominent among those engaged 
in this line of effort in Bath and vicinity, it is 
but right that we should notice his estnbiish- 
ment in our columns. Mr. Olys has an office on 
Front Street, and has carried on operations 
here since 1885. He buys and sells Ice, Hay, 
Bricks and Wood, on Commission, and those 
having such commodities to dispose of, might 
do well to avail themselves of his services, as 
his facilities are of the best, and returns are 
psade with promptness and accuracy. Mr. Olys 
is a native of Bath. He holds a commission as 
Justice of the Peace,and gives prompt and care- 
ful attention to business coming before him in 
that capacity. A large Insurance business is 
also done, as Mr. Olys acts for a number of 
companies of undisputed solidity, and places 
Insurance on both Fire and Marine risks, also 
Life and Accident. Among the corporations 
represented are the following:— American of 
Boston, Phoenix of Brooklyn. Merchants' of New- 
ark, New Hampshire of Manchester, Peoples' 
of New Hampshire, New England Mutual Life 
Insurance Company, Employers' Liability Acci- 
dent Assurance Company and Marine Limited 
of London, England, etc. Insurance will be 
effected in any of these celebrated companies 
on the most favorable terms, and conscientious 
effort will be made to discharge all commis- 
sions with fidelity and dispatch, thus adding to 
the already high leputation which this Agency 
now bears. Mr. Olys also makes a specialty of 
Ship Brokerage Business, his facilities being 
unsurpassed for procuring Ice, Lumt)er and 
other charters for small and large vessels. Mr. 
Olys furnishesiestimates for building new ves- 
sels, and old vessels are bought and sold by 
him. 

Walter S. Russell, Dealer in Choice Meats, 
Staple and Fancy Groceries. 188 Front Street, 
Bath. If everybody in this vicinity has not 
learned, as yet, that there is a market carried 
on at No. 188 Front Street, it is certainly not 
because the enterprise is a new one, for the 
market in question has been in operation about 
sixty years. The present proprietor is not the 
founder, however, for he only assumed control 
in 1882, but already has largely increased the 
business done, and is the acknowledged leader 
in his line of business in the city. His busi- 
ness was formally conducted by his father, Mr. 
Chas. Kuf^sell, for fifty-three years. Mr. Walter 
S. Russell, the gentleman to whom we have refer- 
ence, is a native of Bath, and widely known as 
a prominent and conservative business man. 
The premises utilized by him are of the dimen- 
sions of 70x.").5 feet, and are fully taken up by a 
large and skillfully selected stock of Choice 
Groceries, Meats. Fruits, Vegetables and Coun- 
try Produce. Employment is given to two 
efficient and polite assistants, and callers may 
depend upon receiving courteous attention and 
honorable treatment. Mr. Rnssell makes a 
specialty of the furnishing of Choice Cuts, and 



is prepared to cater to the wants of the most 
fastidious. He does not confine himself to this 
class of trade, however, but spares no efforts to 
make his store attractive to all. The advan- 
tages of trading with him will be at once ap- 
parent. 



J. A. Winslow & Son, Dealer in Stoves, 
Ranges, Furnaces, etc, Broad Street, Bath. 
When it is remembered during how many 
months in the year artifical heat is required in 
our Maine climate, it will be seen that the ques- 
tion of heating facili ies is a most important 
one. It is important in two ways; first, as re- 
gards health, and second as regards expense. 
The air we breathe has much to do, of course, 
with our bodily health, and on the Stoves, 
or Furnaces used is much of the quality of the 
air dependent. One can be poisoned as surely 
with impure air — air impregnated with coal 
gas, or air that has been breathed several times 
— as with any other noxious agent, and too 
much care can not be used, not only in the se- 
lection but also in the management of stoves, 
etc. When we come to the financial side of the 
question, we see that some Stoves supply more 
heat than others without consuming more coal; 
this proves that they are constructed on more 
scientific principles, and the combustion being 
more perfect, the economical Stove must be the 
healthful one as well. No house in this sec- 
tion of the State is better known in connection 
with the sale of Stoves and Furnaces than that 
of Messrs. J. A. Winslow & Son, for this enter- 
prise has been before the public for about a 
quarter of a century, and its standing is beyond 
cavil or dispute. The firm alluded to acts as 
agent for the Smith Anthony Company, the 
Magee Furnace and Messrs. Wood & Bishop, 
and offers an unsurpassed selection of the very 
highest type of Stoves and Furnaces for the in- 
spection of customers. Three floors are occu- 
pied, four assistants employed, and any desired 
ad vice or assistance will be cheerfully given. The 
store is located on Broad Street and is very 
convenient of access. Messrs. J. A. Winslow 
& Son are in a position to offer unsurpassed 
inducements, and they warrant their goods to 
give satisfaction. 

Mrs. E. \. W. Rouse, Dealer in Millinery 
and Fancy Goods, Center Street, Bath. An es- 
tablishment which well deserves mention among 
the foremost in this city, is that conducted by 
Mrs. E. A. W. Rouse ' ii Center Street, and in- 
deed it would be difficult to pick out a more 
truly representative enterprise than that to 
which we have reference. It has been carried 
on since 1853, and one is always sure to find the 
latest fashionable novelties hei'e, for Mrs. Rouse 
deals in Millinery and Fancy Goods, and takes 
special pains to see that her customers have the 
mo.st approved styles to select from. The prem- 
ises utilized are of tlie dimensions of 80x50 feet, 
and are conveniently located and excellently 
adapted for the purposes to which they are put. 
The stock of Millinery Goods is always very 
complete, and includes both Trimmed and Un- 
trimmed Hats and Bonnets in all the latest 
shapes. Ribbons, Velvets, Feathers and other 
Trimming Materials are dealt in largely, and 
prompt and polite attention is given to every 
customer. Mrs. Rouse makes a specialty of 



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843 



Millinery Work to order and has an unsurpassed 
reputation for thoroughness and good taste in 
this important department. Employment is 
given to five efficient assistants, and when ne- 
cessity requires, work can be pushed through 
at surprisingly short notice. Prices are very 
moderate, and this fact taken in connection 
with the uniform excellence of the work, ac- 
counts for the magnitude of the business done. 



Georg-e A. Tuttle, Dealer in Fancy Dry 
Goods, Hosiery, Gloves, Corsets, Ribbons, 
Trimmings, etc.. Bath. VVe wish to make this 
book as interesting and as useful to the ladies 
as to the "lords of creation," and no surer way 
of doing so can be found than to have it con- 
tain reference to such establishments as that 
conducted by Mr. George A. Tuttle, on Center 
Street. This gentleman .sells Fancy Dry Goods, 
and it is the simple truth that no dealer in the 
city has more real inducemeuts to offer to his 
pati'ons. To begin with, his stock is extensive 
and varied, also, comprising Hosiery, Gloves, 
Corsets, Ribbons, Trimmings, etc., as well as 
Jewelry, Toilet Articles, Infants' Wear of all 
kinds. Fine Knitting Yarns and Patterns, while 
a complete assortment of Choice Hair Goods is 
offered, which is worthy the careful inspection 
of those interested in artistic work of this kind. 
Mr. Tuttle was born in Tewksbury and began 
operations here in 1877. He has built up a 
thriving trade, and one of the most significant 
features of his business is the fact that his cus- 
tomers generally return again and again, being 
well satisfied with the treatment they receive. 
Care is taken to make only such representa- 
tions as are warranted by the facts, and the 
prices are put at the lowest figure that circum- 
stances will allow. Mr. Tuttle acts as Agent 
for Lewando's French Dye House, and sends 
goods to that establishment every Friday. The 
work done by Lewando needs no description 
here, for it is accepted as the standard wher- 
ever known. No exhorbitant rates are charged, 
and entire satisfaction is guaranteed. Zephyr, 
Worsted and Fine Knitting Yarns, Embroidery 
Materials of all kinds for Fancy Work, the 
largest line of Designs for Stamping East of 
Boston. 



First Natiowal Bank, Front Street, Bath. 
The banking facilities of so important a com- \ 
mercial center as Bath, must naturally be some- 
what extensive and the city has thus far leen 
veryfortunate,both as regards the liberal marner 
in which these facilities have been provided an 1 
the able style in which they have been directed 
so as to do the most good. There is a more in- i 
timate connection between the mercantile and 
financial enterprises of a community than j 
many people are ready to admit, and it is a fact 
that the most prosperous business centers are 
those in which the mutual relations of banker, 
manufacturer and merchant are most complete- 
ly developed. The First National Bank of this 
city has accomplished a great deal of good since , 
its incorporation in 1863 and is doubtless des- ! 
lined to wield a yet more important influence I 



in the future. The secret of this success is — 
devotion to home interests. Not that the Bank 
has closed its eyes to all outside chances, and 
has not been able to see any good outside of 
Bath, but because after carefully surveying the 
field, home enterprises were invariably given 
the preference when such a course was possible. 
Owned and controlled by Bath men, the First 
National Bank has done its duty to the com- 
munity, without jeopardizing the rights and 
property of stockholdei-s. The President of the 
Institution is Mr. G. C. Moses, and the Cashier 
is Mr. W. D. Mussendeu, both these gentlemen 
being natives of this city. The Board of Direct- 
ors is composed of men well known to the ma- 
jority of our readers as the following list will 
prove: G. C. Moses, H. W. Swanton, H. E, 
Palmer, A. Palmer, C. V. Miner, J. D. Robinson, 
M. G. Shaw, John R. Kelley and F. O. Moses. 
The Bank has a capital of ••5;200,OOOand a surplus 
of $50,000 and the last sworn statement made of 
its financial condition, proves it to be as thor- 
oughly solvent an Institution as the most con- 
servative stockholder could desire. This is the 
First National Bank incorporated in the State of 
Aiaine and was the sixty-first on the list in the 
United States. 



James B. Drake, Ship and Insurance 
Broker. Granite block. Front Street, Bath. 
The gentleman whose card is printed above, 
ranks with the most widely-known business 
men of this section, for he has carried on opei'- 
ations for nearly a quarter of a century, and 
the nature of his business is such as to bring^ 
him in contact with all classes of people. Any 
defence of, or plea for insuraiice, must now be 
regarded as entirely unnecessary, for the ex- 
perience of years has resulted in insurance be- 
coming so universal, that the insurance expense 
account of a merchant, is looked upon as being 
as legitimate and necessary as his rent or tax 
bill. Mr. Drake represents a number of the 
strongest Insurance Companies in the world, 
and is prepared to fu lish either Fire or Marine 
Insurance on the most favorable terms. The 
annexed list will give an idea of his resources, 
and after reading it, one cannot be surprised to 
learn that this is one of the ino^t important 
agencies in the State. Royal Insurance Com- 
pany; London <Si Lancashire; Liverpoul and 
London and Globe; Phojiiix of London; Ins. 
Co., of North America, Providence ; Washing- 
ton Fire and .Marine. Hanover, .Viagara, North- 
ern, Queen, Contjinental. Westchester etc. Mr, 
Drake's office is centrally located in Granite 
Block, Fronfe Street, and all desired information 
pertaining to Insurance matters will be cheer- 
fully given on application. Policies can be 
issued at once and the instructions of custom- 
ers will be carefully noted and faithfully fol- 
lowed. Another branch of Mr. Drake's busi- 
ness is the buying and selling of vessels, an 
extensive trade being eariied on in this line. 
He is a large owner in vessels, managing ten or 
more himself, also a large stockholder and. di- 
rector in the Kennebec and Boston Steamboat 
Co. Associated as he is with prominent busi- 
ness men his circle of social and business 
friends is large. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



,^ Davis Hatch, Jr., Dealer in Boots, Shoes 
and Rubbers, Trunks, Bags, Valises, Sleigh 
Kobes, Ladles' Furs, etc., 76 Front Street, Bath. 
Among the best- known business enterprises 
conducted in this city, mention must, of ne- 
cessity, be made of that carried on by Mr. Davis 
Hatch, jr., at No. 76 Front Street. It is not at 
all surprising that this establishment is well- 
known, for Mr. Davis Hatch, senior, founded it 
over three-quarters of a century ago, and his 
son, Mr. Davis Hatch, jr., succeeded his father 
thirty years ago, and has spared no honorable 
means to keep it before the public. Boots, 
Shoes and Rubbers are among the more im- 
portant articles in stock, and Trunks, Bags and 
Valises are also largely dealt in; Sleigh Robes, 
Ladies' Furs, etc., being extensively handled at 
the proper seasons. Mr. Hatch is a Bath man by 
birth, and is a member of the Free Masons. 
He employs two efficient and polite assistants, 
but gives close peisonal attention to the direc- 
tion of affairs and is ever on the alert to add to 
the inducements offered customers. One floor 
and a basement of the dimensions of 20x65 feet 
are utilized, and the stock is plenty large 
enough to take up all the available space. The 
most prominent characteristic of goods bought 
at this store is their reliability. Mr. Hatch has 
always dune business on the principle of giving 
his patrons all that they pay for, and taking 
pains to represent everything just as it is. He 
prefers to make no sale at all rather than to 
make one under false representations, and as a 
consequence, those who are familiar with his 
methods need no further guarantee than his 
simple word. His prices are as low as can be 
fixed on articles of similar quality, and those 
who wish to buy strictly reliable goods at the 
lowest market rates, will find it veiy difficult 
indeed to get more satisfactory results else- 
where. Davis Hatch, Jr., was the first man in 
the United States to manufacture and put up 
for sale Liquid Diessiug for Ladies' Boots. 



tent assistants and the comfort and convenience 
of patrons are looked out for on every hand. 
The prices here are very moderate, and a trial 
of the accommodations provided, will result in 
another call. 



R. C. Harris, Dealer in Provisions, Gro- 
ceries, Fruits and Vegetables, 106 Center Street, 
Bath. The gentleman whose card we print 
above has been engaged in his present line of 
business for just about twenty-one years, for it 
was in 1867 that he first opened his doors to the 
public. Of the comparative standing of his en- 
terprise we need say but little; everybody who 
knows Bath at all intimately, knows of Mr. 
Harris' store, and there is not a Grocery and 
Provision House in town that is worthy of more 
unreserved commendation or that occupies a 
higher place in the esteem of the public. Mr. 
Harris was born in Brunswick and is a member 
of the Grand Army, having served as a Signal 
Officer in the Department of the Gulf during 
the Rebellion. The premises occupied by him 
are located at No. 106 Center Street, and meas- 
ure 2.5X-J6 feet, being three stories in heighth. 
Employment is given to two experienced and 
well-informed assistants, and customers are at 
all times assured courteous attention and polite 
and fair treatment. Mr. Harris gives particular 
pains to supplying family trade, and the ad- 
vantages he offers to those dealing with him are 
sufficiently pronounced to fully account for the 
heavy business done in this line. Provisions of 
all seasonable kinds are always in stock, and 
Staple and Fancy Groceries are also on hand in 
immense variety. Foreign and Domestic Fruits 
are very extensively dealt in, and Vegetables are 
sold in large quantities. 



Georg-e W. Harrison, Dining Room, Front 
Street, Bath. It might seem at first thought, 
easy enough to manage a Restaurant, but there 
is no man who has had much occasion to pat- 
ronize these places, but what will say that the 
really good ones are in a small minority. Why, 
is not for us to state. We may have our own 
theories on the subject, but our readers want 
facts rather than theories, and are naturally 
more interested in learning of one good Dining 
Room, than in hearing ihe reasons why a hal? 
dozen are not good. Therefore we will hasten 
to call to their attention the establishment con- 
ducted by Mr. George VV. Harrison on Front 
Street, for this gentleman is one of the few who 
know how things should be done and spares 
neither time nor money in attaining satisfactory 
results. Mr. Harrison was burn in Bath, and 
opened his present place of business in 1SS7. 
The premises measure 2Ux6() feet, and are nicely 
fitted up witii all necessary facilities. But after 
all, the main point to be considered in au es- 
tablishment of this kind is the food, and here 
Mr. Harrison conies out strong, for he supplies 
his customeis with the best that the market af- 
fords, and takes measures to see that it is prop- 
erly cooked and promptly and courteously 
served. Employment is given to two compe- 



.Tanies H. Scott, Manufacturer of and 
Dealer in Harnesses of eveiy Description ; also 
Trunks, Bags, Valises, etc., Front Street, Bath. 
A thoroughly well-made Harness is not so often 
seen nowadays as it should be, for many manu- 
facturers strive to produce a "cheap" article, 
rather than one that combines honest material 
and honest workmanship. Such harnesses are 
"cheap" only in name, for they have but little 
durability and are apt to give (mt at any time. 
To obtain a trustworthy Harness, one must pat- 
ronize a trustworthy maker, such a one for in- 
stance as Mr. James II. Scott, whose place of 
business is locateil on Front Street. Operations 
were begun in 1876, under the firm name of R. 
Scott ife Co., and in 188U the present Proprietor 
assumed solo control. He is a native of this 
city and is a member of the Knights of Pythias. 
Premises measuring 20x.")0 feet are occupied and 
a fine stock of Horse Furnishings is carried, as 
well as a full assortment of Trunks. Valises, 
Bags and similar goods. Order work is done 
promptly, carefully and satisfactorily, and at 
prices that are reasonable and fair. Repairing 
IS attended to at short notice and will be neatly 
and strongly done by skilled hands. Mr. Scott's 
Harness has the name of standing a deal of hard 
usage without giving out, and is tlierefore de- 
servedly popular. He quotes low prices, con- 
sidering the quality ot the goods, and those 
who spend a dollar at his store, may depend 
upon receiving a full equivalent. 



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H. A. Bates, Dentist, Center and Front 
Streets, Bath. One of the favorite maxims of 
Americans is, " time is money," and it would 
be well for most of us if we realized that time 
is even more than money under certain circum- 
stances. Promptness is especially desirable 
when taking action regarding the teeth, and if 
people would make it a rule to visit a compe- 
tent Dentist at the first indications of decay or 
other trouble, there would be much suffering 
avoided, and the demand for false teeth would 
sensibly diminish. We are aware that about 
everybody has a sort of horror of being operated 
on by a Dentist, no matter how skillful and 
gentle he may be; but it should be remembered 
that there is no reason why the least pain 
should be experienced, provided you take time 
by the forelock, and do not delay until the 
keenly sensitive nerve has been exposed. It is 
an excellent idea to have the teeth examined at 
regular intervals whether they give any trouble 
or not; for by this means they are sure of being 
kept iti first class condition, and any incipient 
decay can be immediately arrested. This course 
is being pursued by a greater number of people 
yearly, and is particularly advisable in families 
containing young children. The chief precau- 
tion to be observed is the choosing of a thor- 
oughly competent practitioner, and such of our 
readers as reside in Bath or vicinity, will have 
little trouble in selecting such a man, for there 
are a number of skilled Dentists in the city, and 
one of the most deseivedly popular of them is 
Mr. H. A. Bates, whose rooms are at the cor. 
of Center and Front Streets. This gentleman is 
a native of Oakland and is connected with the 
Odd Fellows and Ancient Order of United 
Workmen. He began operations here in 1870, 
and his record during the past eighteen years 
affords the most satisfactory proof of his abil- 
ity. Dr. Bates was the first Dentist to intro- 
duce in New England the Dental Electric Vi- 
brator for Painless Extraction of Teeth. Four 
rooms are utilized, measuring 20x3-5 feet, and 
the latest improved facilities are at hand, en 
abling work to be done quickly and thoroughly, 
and at the lowest possible rates. 



J. A. Hainm, Proprietor Commercial House 
Center Street, Bath. One of those unpretend- 
ing but excellently managed Hotels, which 
every experienced traveler likes to stop at, is 
the Commercial House, located on Center St., 
and kept by Mr. .J. A. Hamm. Guests are made 
to feel at home here at once, and great care is 
taken to give no reasonable cause for complaint 
to any patron. The Hotel contains twenty-two 
guest rooms, and is three stories in heightii, the 
apartments being spacious, airy, well-lighted 
and comfortably furnished. It is the aim of the 
management to supply the table with an abun- 
dance of well-cooked food, and also to arrange 
the bill of fare so as to allow of all tastes being 
satisfied. That this purpose is fully carried out 
will be disputed by none who have made prac- 
tical trial of the accommodations here furnished, 
and as this system has been so successful in the 
past, there is no fear but what it will be contin- 
ued in the future. The Commercial House is 
very conveniently situated and is one of the 
easiest Hotels to reach in town. Traveling-men 
are shown particular consideration and we feel 



that we speak the sentiments of many of them 
when we say it is w^a-th while to " rush things " 
if necessary, in order to put up a day or two at 
this popular hostelry. The terms are very 
moderate, and one feels when paying a bill here 
as though he were getting the full worth of his 
money, cent for cent. The services are prompt 
and special instructions are carefully followed. 
A fine equipped Livery connected. 

J. C. Piper, Manufacturer of Picture 
Frames and Dealer in Works of Art, Bragg's 
Block, Center Street, Bath. Philosophers tell 
us that everything that is useful is also beauti- 
ful, and from this point of view, even, a ton of 
coal may be said to have a beauty of its own; 
but the most of us are unable to appreciate the 
beauty of common articles of trade, and are 
obliged to visit such an establishment as that 
conducted by Mr. J. C. Piper, in Bragg's Block, 
Center Street, before we can find articles that 
are as beautiful as they are desirable in other 
respects. The gentleman to which we have 
reference began operations in 18.54, and is, with- 
out doubt, one of the best-known Manufac- 
turers of Picture Frames, etc., in the city. He 
is a native of East Newfield, York County, Me., 
and has a large circle of friends in this vicinity. 
We need not tell our readers that a Frame ex- 
erts a very powerful influence on the effect of a 
picture, for this is well-known; but it maybe 
advisable to stale that as Mr. Piper has made a 
special study of this subject, be is thoroughly 
competent to choose such a Frame as will be 
best adapted to the Picture it is designed to 
inclose. Orders for Frames are filled at short 
notice, and prices are as low as the lowest. 
Works of Art, Artists' Materials, etc., are also 
largely dealt in, and all callers are assured 
prompt attention, goods being cheerfully shown 
and all desired information given. The prem- 
ises occupied measure 20x45 feet, and contain a 
beautiful selection of Paintings, Chromos, 
Etchings, Photographs, Engravings, etc. The 
Stock is displayed to excellent advantage, and 
Art-lovers would do well to give it an early ex- 
amination. 



N. & W. C. Covel, Carriage Trimmers, Har- 
ness Makers & Dealers in Whips, Curry-Combs, 
Brushes, Blankets, Trunks, Valises, etc, Wash- 
ington Street, Hath. There are a great many 
excellent Carriages and Harnesses made in 
Maine annually ; but there are also many poor 
ones turned out, and it is necessary to use some 
discrimination if imposition is to be avoided. 
There is no need of arguing as to the advan- 
tages of a good Harness or Carriage. There are 
really but two kinds made— one that is valuable 
and one that is woithless— and we will simply 
say that an unreliable Harness or Carriage is 
not only dangerous but useless, and should be 
cast aside as soon as its weakness is discovered. 
It is easy to purchase strong and well-made 
goods of this kind, and a visit to the establish- 
ment of which N. & W. C. Covel are the pro- 
prietors, located at 772 and 774 Washington 
Street, will result in the inspection of as trust- 
worthy work as is done in this country. Messrs. 
Covel are as moderate in their prices as they 
are thorough in their work, and economy is 
best served by paying a fair sum and getting 
something that will last. They have carried on 



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their pi-esent enterprise for many years, having 
started it early in the sixties, and are as well- 
known in Bath as though they were natives of 
that town, although they were born in Boston. 
Carriage trimming is also extensively carried 
on, and Repairing is done at shoi t notice in a 
workmanlike manner, employment being given 
to three competent assistants and low rates are 
quoted. Carriages as well as Harnesses, also 
Whips, Curry Combs, Brushes, Blankets, etc.. 
are dealt in largely, and not only staple goods 
but also novelties are to be found in stock. 



Lincoln National Bank, Front Street, 
Bath. The National Banks of this State will, 
as a whole, compare favorably with those of any 
other portion of the Union, and are to be com- 
mended especially, for the liberality and good- 
judgement they show in encouraging local com- 
mercial enterprises. There are some exceptions 
of course, and there have been instances where 
Bank officials apparently preferred to aid out-of 
town houses rather than those nearer at hand, 
even when the security in both cases was eqally 
good, but this is fortunately of rare occurrence. 
We say fortunately, for it is undeniable that a 
Bank can exert a most effective influence in sus- 
taining and building up the commerce of a com- 
munity, and that too without ever endangering 
its own interests. Such of our readers as have 
watched the course of the Lincoln National 
Bank of this city since its incorporation in 186.5, 
it being at that time the oldest Bank in Bath, 
need not be told that its management has ever 
been solicitous of local interests, for no observer 
could have failed to notice that the good of the 
community and that of the institution have been 
considered as identical. Other things being 
equal, the preference has always been given to 
home undertakings when financial aid was asked 
for, and under these circumstances, it is not 
surprising that Bath merchants and manufact- 
urers should think highly of this Bank and 
those having it in charge. The President. Mr. 
Charles Davenport, and the Cashier, Mr. W. K. 
Shaw, are both personally well-known through- 
out the city, and it would be impossible to name 
two gentlemen in whom our resident business 
men would have more confidence. The Bank 
has a capital of $200,000 and a surplus of $40,000 
its present financial standing fully justifies the 
choice of its officers and Directors. Directors: 
Charles Davenport, L. W. Houghton, Charles 
E. Patten, John S. Elliot, Charles W. Morse. 



D. C. Gould & Co., Dealers in Groceries, 
Provisions, Flour, Coffee and Tea. Flour, Tea, 
Coffee and Spices a Specialty; Columbian 
Block, 182 Front Street, Bath. It is by no means 
the easy, simple thing it may seem to some, to 
carry on a Retail Grocery Store to the best ad- 
vantage, and should any of our readers be dis- 
posed to question the accuracy of this state- 
ment, they may find proof of its truth in the 
many failures that occur in the line of business 
mentioned. But it is not of failures, but of suc- 
cess that we propose to treat, and a signal suc- 
cess is without doubt the establishment con- 
ducted by Messrs. D. C. Gould & Co., on Front 



Street. The enterprise in question was inaugu- 
rated in 1875, and has not reached its present 
popularity without constant and intelligent ef- 
fort. Both D. C. and W. C. Gould were born in 
Jefferson, Maine, and have had extensive expe- 
rience in the Grocery business. They make it 
a point to carry as large, if not the largest first- 
class and complete stock of Ship, Family and 
Fancy Groceries at Wholesale and Retail of any 
store in Bath, and are thus able to fill oi'ders 
without delay. The quality of the goods sup- 
plied by them are bound to be satisfactory, for 
they purchase only of well-known and reputa- 
ble houses and handle standard articles. The 
premises occupied measure 30x100 feet also 
storage building 30x80 feet including cellar, and 
employment is given to three competent assist- 
ants. The Messrs. Gould's prices will always 
bear the severest comparison with those of other 
dealers, for they are careful and experienced 
buyers and are satisfied with a living profit. 
They also handle all kinds of Choice Fruits in 
their season. The Flour sold by them comes 
direct from the Mills. A specialty is made of 
C!hase & Sanborn's, of Boston, Fine Teas and 
Coff"ees. The Messrs. Gould keep two nice 
teams very busy all the time. All goods strictly 
as represented or money refunded. 



H. S. Lord, Sail Maker. Awnings, Tents, 
Flags, Rail Nettings, Steam Pipe Coverings, 
Hammocks, etc , made to order. Yacht Sails a 
Specialty, Star of the East Wharf, Bath. Sail- 
making is a branch of industry that requires 
especially close attention to detail, and there are 
few trades nowadays that are so independent 
of machinery and therefore so much affected by 
the individual skill of the workmen. A really 
good sail maker must have special fitness for 
the business as well as wide experience, and it 
is only when these are combined that strictly 
first-class work can be turned out. Mr. H. S. 
Lord of this city has the reputation of being 
one of the best sail makers in Maine, and indeed 
it only needs careful and intelligent inspection 
of the work leav ng his establishment to show 
that this reputation is well- deserved. He is a 
native of West Brookville, and at the age often 
years commenced to learn the trade of sail- 
making with S.T. Mugridge of Rockland, Me., 
and carries on business on Star of the East 
Wharf, having begun operations in 188.5. Mr. 
Lord makes a specialty of Yacht Sails and cer- 
tainly there is no branch of his business in 
which skill is more needed. The most beauti- 
ful yacht owes a great part of her good looks to 
her canvas and the speediest and finest model 
would have but little chance in a race if handi- 
capped by ill-fitting sails. Therefore it is im- 
portant to have not only hull, but also Sails and 
Rigging designed and made by perfectly com- 
petent parties, and it is the general opinion of 
yachtsmen hereabouts that Mr. Lord has no su- 
perior in his special line. Two floors are occu- 
pied, measuring 20x100 feet and employment is 
given to from 7 to 16 eflicient and careful 
assistants. Mr. Lord makes Awnings, Tents, 
Flags, Rail Nettings, Steam Pipe Coverings, 
Hammocks, etc., as well as Sails, and not only 
fills orders pi'omptly, but also places his rates 
at the lowest possible figures. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



347 



W. W. Mason, General Trucking, Broad 
Street, Bath. No matter how complete the 
railway and steamboat facilities of a business 
center may be, the best results cannot be at- 
tained unless ample teamino; facilities are also 
provided. In fact, it may be said that the more 
perfect the former service is, the more perfect 
the latter should be also, and the business men 
and citizens of Bath in general have reason to 
congratulate themselves on the efficiency of that 
furnished by Mr. \V. W. Mason, since he began 
operations in 1854. This gentleman is a native 
of Bath and has a large circle of friends in this 
vicinity. His office is conveniently located on 
Broad Street, and orders left there will receive 
the most prompt and careful attention. 
Although a very large business is done, it is 
easily handled, for Mr. Mason's facilities are 
very extensive, ten assistants being employed. 
The horses and vehicles utilized are kept in 
first class condition, and the system in opera- 
tion is so perfect as to render mistakes and an- 
noying delays very rare indeed. Merchants 
dealing in goods apt to be injured by rough 
handling, find it especially to their advantage 
to make use of the facilities provided by Mr. 
Mason, for his drivers and helpers are careful 
and experienced and take special pains with 
packages marked fragile or otherwise distin- 
guished from ordinary freight. Not only Truck- 
ing, but Jobbing of all kinds is attended to in a 
superior manner, and as both light and heavy 
teams are available. All varieties of articles 
can be quickly and economically transported for 
Mr. Mason's charges are as low as his service 
is satisfactory. Mr. Mason is also agent for the 
Eastern Steamboat Co. 



J. L. Douglas, Dealer in Men's and Boys' 
Clothing, Hats, Caps and Gent's Furnishing 
Goods, etc., under Sagadahock House, Front 
Street, Bath. Strangers in Bath (or indeed in 
in any other city) are frequently at a loss to 
know just where to purchase certain articles of 
which they stand in need, for while they of 
course desire to deal with a trustworthy house, 
still they do not feel like paying an extra profit 
for a name. Clothing and Gentlemen's Fur- 
nishing Goods are among the commodities in 
most common request and those stopping in 
Bath and wanting anything in this line, can pos- 
sibly do no better than to visit the establishment 
carried on by Mr. J. L. Douglas, on Front Street, 
under the Sag'^dahoc House. This gentleman 
has had an extended experience in connection 
with the handling of (Nothing, etc., for he has 
been identified with his present enterprise ever 
since 1862, it having been started in 1849 by Mr. 
John Ballon. Mr. Douglas is a native of Dur- 
ham and is a member of the Free Masons. Of 
course he is well-known in Bath and vicinity, 
and his store is a favorite resort for the most 
careful buyers, as Mr. Douglas shows an ex- 
ceptionally " clean " stock, no out of date arti- 
cles being included. The store measures 20x45 
feet, and a fine assortment of Men's and Boys' 
Clothing, Hats and Caps, Gentlemen's Furnish- 
ing Goods, etc., is ahvays open to the inspection 
of those interested. Goods are cheerfully shown 
and as Mr. Douglas employs an experienced 
and efficient assistant, he is able to serve cus- 
tomer's without delay. 



Swantou, Jameson & Co., Dealers ia 
Hardware and Ship Chandlery, Broad and 
Front Streets, Bath. One of the most exten- 
sive establishments of its kind in this portion 
of the State, is that carried on by Messrs. 
Swantou, Jameson & Co., at the corner of 
Broad and Front Streets. The premises occu- 
pied measure 40x70 feet and comprise three 
floors, all this space being required to accom- 
modate the extremely heavy stock carried, 
which includes Hardware and Ship Chandlery ,^ 
and is very complete in every department. The 
enterprise conducted by this firm was inaugu- 
rated in 1832, by Messrs. Hyde & Swantou, the 
present style being adopted in 1871. Messrs. 
J. B. Swauton, J. C. Jameson and H. W. Swan- 
ton constitute the firm, all of these gentlemen 
being natives of Bath. Both a Wholesale and 
Retail business is done, vessels being supplied 
at short notice, and the quality of every article 
sold being strictly guaranteed to prove as rep- 
resented. No detailed description of the stoclc 
is possible in these pages, for the simple reason 
that lack of space forbids, the assortment ott 
hand being so great that even a catalogue of it 
would have to contain a great many words. 
But it may be briefly described as being in 
keeping with the leading position which the 
concern enjoys, a position which is the legiti- 
mate result of earnest, intelligent and long- 
continued work. Customers are given prompt 
and painstaking attention, for employment i& 
afforded to five efficient assistants and a great 
amount of business can thus be quickly dis- 
posed of. Low prices are quoted in each de- 
partment, for no concern enjoys more favor- 
able relations with producers. 



John M. Clark, Undertaker, Casket ware- 
rooms Nos. 7 and 9 Broad Street, Bath. There 
is no question but that the establishment car- 
ried on by Mr. John M. Clark is one of the 
foremost of its kind in this State, and indeed it 
would be strange if such were not the case, for 
Mr. Clark begun business a quarter of a cen- 
tury ago, and has since spared no pains to serve 
the public to the best of his ability. The 
premises made use of by him are situated at 
Nos. 28, 80, 32 and 34 Broad Street.'and comprise 
two stores measuring 40x65 feet, six floors bemg 
occupied altogether. A very large stock of 
Caskets and Coffins is here carried, for Mr. 
Clark does an extensive business in the Under- 
taking line, and his facilities for filling orders 
without delay, are of the most effective char- 
acter. He is prepared to supply everything 
needed on funeral occasions, and it is hardly 
necessary to say that he is in a position to sup- 
ply anything in his line at prices as low as the 
lowest. His stock of funeral goods coutains 
articles of all grades, and all orders are given 
equal care and executed with desirable prompt- 
ness. Mr. Clark is a native of Linaerick, Maine 
and is personally one of the most widely known 
of our resident merchants. His liberal methods 
have won for him many friends and his estab- 
lishment may justly be pointed out as a truly 
representative one in every sense of the word. 
It deserves a prominent place in our columns 
and we take pleasure in giving it such a posi- 
tion. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



Marine National Bank, Front Street, 
Bath. The condition of the banking institu- 
tions of a community, affords an accurate 
reflex of the state of trade in that section, 
for it is not possible to imagine a bank being 
flourishing and prosperous, when the industries 
and mercantile enterprises carried on in its vi- 
cinity are the reverse. For this reason, one ac- 
quainted with Bath and its present prospects, 
would naturally expect to learn that its banks 
were financially sound and extensive in re- 
sources, and that this is in accordance with 
the facts we need hardly say. One of the best- 
known institutions of this kind in the city, or 
for that matter in the State as well, is the Ma- 
rine National Bank, and so intimately has this 
been connected with the business history of 
this community since 18(i4 (the year the insti- 
tution was found^ed), that no work treating of 
that subject cou d be looked upon as com- 
plete, did it not contain as extended men- 
tion of the Marine National Bank as circum- 
stances would permit. It is not however our 
purpose to speak in detail of the beneficent 
influence this institution has extended over the 
many local enterprises it has fostered. Our 
resident merchants knosv well the record of the 
bank in this respect, and could all the individ- 
ual instances of timely aid rendered be brought 
to light, this record would be almost indefi- 
nitely extended. Suffice it to say that its man- 
agers have ever had the best interests of Bath 
at heart, and have acted with ability and zeal to 
advance those interests by all honorable means. 
The President of the bank, Mr. S. D. Bailey, is 
a native of Bath and has most acceptably filled 
the mayor's chair, while the cashier, Mr. H. A. 
Duncan, is also a native of this city. The in- 
stitution has a capital of $100,000 and is under 
the control of the following representative gen- 
tlemen as directors: S. D. Bailey, E. C Hyde, 
P. M. Whitmore, H. W. Field, J. M. Hayes. 



highest terms of the manner in which his horses 
get over the road without any forcing. His 
prices are low, and orders are promptly filled. 



Charles W. Dunning-, Livery Stable, 
Front Street, Bath. When inquiring about a 
Livery Stable, one of the first questions asked 
is "Are the hor.ses good ?" this being followed 
by "Are the carriages of modern style and easy 
riding?" Both these questions can unhesitat- 
ingly be answered in the affirmative, so far as 
the establishment carried on by Mr. Charles W. 
Dunning is concerned, for there is not a similar 
enterprise in this vicinity conducted on more 
liberal principles. Mr. Dunning has been iden- 
tified with his present undertaking since I860, 
and is one of tlie best-known stable-keepers in j 
the State. He was born in this city, and is 
connected with both the Free Masons and the 
Odd Fellows. Premises of the dimensions of | 
50x80 feet are utilized, located on Front Street, j 
and employment is given to two efficient assist- 
ants. Mr. Dimning's horses are carefully 
selected for the especial service required of 
them, and will be found docile, willing and 
quite speedy. lie does not pretend to supply 
his patrons with race-horses, but he does seek 
to furnish strong and trustworthy animals that 
can give a good account of themselves on the j 
road, and that are easy drivers. Nothing is so 
destructive to the pleasure of driving as to have 
to continually urge your horse along, and 
patrons of Mr. Dunning's stable speak in the 



William Ledyard, Men's Youths', Boys' 
& Children's Fine Clothing, and Men's Furnish- 
ings, 48 and 50 Centre Street, Bath. Many of 
our readers can remember no doubt, when those 
wlio had any considerable amount of clothing 
to buy, could best serve their own interests by 
visiting Portland, or even Boston, as the prices 
quoted in those cities were more than enough 
lower than home prices, to make up for the ex- 
pense of travel, etc. But this ceased to be the 
case some time ago, and it is but the simple 
truth that the retail purchaser of clothing can 
now get as much for his money right here in 
Bath as he can in any part of New England. 
Of course he must use common sense in plac- 
ing his orders, for there are unscrupulous deal- 
ers here as there are in all cities, and there are 
others wbo, with the best of intentions, have 
neither the capital nor the business ability to 
compete successfully with better equipped 
houses; but it is not difficult to judge as to the 
comparitive merits of our local retail Clothing 
concerns, and many residents of Bath and 
vicinity have decided unequivocally in favor of 
that conducted by Mr. William Ledyard, atNos. 
48 and 50 Centre Street, opposite City Hall. 
The proprietor of this popular establishment is 
a native of Bath, and is connected with the 
Free Masons. Ho has carried on his present 
enterprise since 1888, and has already estab- 
lished an extensive and rapidly increasing trade 
two floors are occupied, each forty- two feet 
square, and an immense stock of Men's, Youth's, 
Boy's, and Children's Clothing, and Men's 
Furnishings is constantly carried. The nature 
of these goods and the general policy of the 
house are so well indicated by the guarantee 
issued by Mr. Ledyard, that we can do no better 
than to give it in full, as follows : — 1st, That 
the prices of our goods shall be as low as the 
same quality of material and manufacture can 
be bought in New England; 2d, One price to 
everyone for same quality of goods, on same day 
of pui chase; 3d, All goods to be exactly as repre- 
sented; 4th, That the full amount ot purchase 
money will be refunded in all cases where goods 
are unsatisfactory and are returned unworn 
and uninjured. This " covers the whole 
ground," and we can only add that in spite of 
the large business done, prompt service is as- 
sured to all, as employment is given to three 
efficient and polite assistants. Mr. J. C. Led- 
yard, father of Mr. Wm. Ledyard, can need no 
introduction to our Bath readers, as he has long 
been prominent in the community, being very 
extensively engaged in handling Real Estate, 
and having long been considered an authority 
in such matters. He is agent for tbe Cambridge 
Iron Roofing, which is guaranteed Fire and 
Water Proof, and has been thoroughly indorsed 
by underwriters in general. This Roofing will 
be furnished in quantities to suit, or will be 
applied at a moderate charge, satisfaction being 
guaranteed in either case, providing the ex- 
plicit directions given are properly carried into 
effect. Mr. Ledyard's office is in his son's 
store, Nos. 48 and 50 Centre Street, and he will 
be happy to give full information on application. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



349 



Bath Savings Bauk, Front St., Bath. 
While no doubt it is true that the oppor- 
tunities for amassing a competency are not 
so numerous or so plain to see nowadays 
as they were half a century ago, still, it is 
within the power of the large majority 
of people to secure themselves against want 
if they go to work about it in the right way. 
Too many of us seek to win a fortune by one 
brilliant stroke, disdaining the building up of 
one little by little, but having a hazy idea tliat 
some day we shall have riches within our grasp 
and only need to reach out and pluck them. 
We set our minds on having a balance of ten, 
twenty, thirty or forty thousand dollars to our 
credit before we die, but never seem to realize 
that everything must have a beginning, and 
that the largest sum of money is made up of a 
number of single dollars. Few of us are finan- 
ciers: not all of us have business instincts, but 
every man in health has within him the capac- 
ity for earning money, and the capacity to earn 
involves the capacity to save. To save, then, 
is within the reach of practically all, and so 
important is the formation of the habit of sav- 
ing, that every working man should save some- 
thing under all circumstances, if it be but a 
quarter of a dollar a week. Save all you hon- 
orably can and deposit it in a secure and well- 
managed Bank; then sliouUl trouble come you 
have some resource and feel that you have done 
your duty as a man, at least. Our Maine Sav- 
ings Banks are, as a rule, worthy of the highest 
praise, and one of the most deserving ot them 
is that which has been carried on in this city 
since 1852 under the name of the Bath Savings 
Bank. It has rendered efficient aid to thous 
ands in the past, and has within it the capacity 
for a continuance of its noble work in the fu- 
ture, for it is managed with a rare combination 
of prudence and enterprise, and is thus enabled 
to give a good rate of interest without indulging 
in hazardous speculation. The names of its 
officers and trustees are those of wellknovvn 
and representative citizens, and no stronger 
guarantee of the institution's good faith and 
worthiness could be asked than that afforded 
by the fact that the following gentlemen are 
responsible for its direction .-—President, (Jhas. 
Davenport; Treasurer, J. H. Humphreys. 
Trustees, I>. VV. Houghton, J. H. Kimball, H. 
W. Swauton, E. B. Drummond, M. S. Briory. 



for and delivered free of charge. Special atten- 
tion is giveri to Family Washings, and those 
housekeepers who wish to be relieved of the 
worst drudgery they have to perform or super- 
vise, would do well to give Mr. Hatch's estab- 
lishment a trial. Orders by mail will receive 
prompt and painstaking attention, and every 
effort will be made to sustain the high reputa- 
tion for efficiency now enjoyed. 



Troy Laundry, Front St., 0pp. Railroad 
Depot, Bath. Troy, New York, is famous as the 
home of the improved method of doing Laun- 
dry Work, now so popular throughout the 
country; but there are few establishments out- 
side ot the city mentioned that are so deserving 
of the title, "Troy Laundry," as that conducted 
by Mr. H. E. Hatch, on Front Street, opposite 
the railroad depot. Mr. Hatch is a native of 
Chester, Maine. He opened the establishment 
to which we have reference in 1888, and has 
already advanced it to a high position in the 
favor of the public. This success has been won 
by hard work and earnest determination, and 
is fully deserved, as all work has been received 
on the understanding that should it fail to give 
satisfaction, no charpe would be made. Em- 
ployment is given to five assistants, and orders 
can be filled at short notice, goods being sent 



G. J. Mitchell, Dealer in Corn, Meal, Oats, 
Shorts and Middlings, Commercial Street, Foot 
of Broad, Bath. But little thought is required 
to convince anybody that the business of those 
dealing in Corn, Meal, Oats, Shorts, etc., must 
of necessity be one of the most important 
branches of commerce in the country. These 
articles are not merely commodities, they are 
necessities, and beina; both for man and beast, 
their consumption cannot help being very great. 
Bath has many concerns dealing in these goods 
within her borders, but not one of them is more 
deserving of all the confidence and patronage it 
receives than that carried on by Mr. G. J. 
Mitchell, on Commercial Street, Foot of Broad. 
This gentleman founded the undertaking in 
question in IBG.i, and has long since built up a 
thriving business and established a name for 
filling orders with promptness and intelligence 
that speaks volumes for the attention he gives 
to the interests of his customers as well as of 
himself. The premises occupied comprise two 
floors, and are of the dimensions of 4.ix4.5 feet. 
Mr. Mitchell handles Corn, Meal, Oats, etc., 
both at Wholesale and Retail, and is prepared 
to furnish any or all of these commodities in 
any desired quantity without delay. His prices 
are always as low as the lowest, and his goods 
equal to the best. 

J. Varney, Dealer in Lumber, Front 
Street, North Bath. Of course everybody 
knows that Maine is a great Lumber State, 
but still, no one can really gain a correct 
idea of the vastness of this interest until he has 
traveled from one end of this section to the 
other, and seen with his own eyes the variety 
and extent of the establishments more or less 
directly connected with it. Some of these es- 
tablishments are old and others are of recent 
date; but all of them, generally speaking, are 
prosperous, and many of Maine's most prom- 
inent citizens are concerned in their manage- 
ment. The firm of J. Varney was formed in 
18.d9 and the volume of business done shows a 
constant and most gratifying increase. This 
concern deals in Lumber, both at Wholesale and 
Retail, and utilizes yard room of the dimen- 
sions of 100x150 feet, located on front Sti-eet, 
Bath, the mill being located at North Bath. 
The most favorable relations are enjoyed with 
producers and the lowest market rates are 
quoted to large and small buyers. A large and 
varied stock is generally to be found in this 
yard, and many extensive consumers place the 
bulk of their orders here on account of the 
promptness and accuracy with which they are 
filled Employment is given to four assistants, 
and customers are assured early attention and 
uniformly fair treatment. Orders for dimen- 
sions solicited and promptly filled. Satisfac- 
tion guaranteed. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



Sagradalioc National Bank, Front St., 
Bath. The Sagadahoc National Bank is a great 
favorite with our resilient business men, and 
deservedly so, for since its incorporation its 
policy has ever been to encourage legitimate 
local enterprises as liberally as circumstances 
would permit. Having been founded in 1865, it 
has been in oporation nearly a quarter of a cen- 
tury, and has been largely instrumental in de- 
veloping Bath's commercial possibilities to 
their present extent. There are probably few 
who have never been immediately connected 
with the management of a National Bank, who 
realize the difficulty of administering the affairs 
of such an institution to the general satisfac- 
tion of the community and to the profit of the 
Bank itself. The course to be steered lies be- 
tween rnsh speculation and undue conserva- 
tism ; should the first extreme be approached, 
there is a cry of alarm from the business pub 
lie and confidence is badly shaken; while if too 
much caution ba exercised the management 
will find themselves characterized as "fossils," 
and patronage will be transferred to a more 
wideawake institution. It is the easiest thing 
in the world to criticize Bank management; 
but the number of those who are really compe 
tent to improve upon existing financial meth- 
ods, is extremely small. The Sagadahoc 
National Bank is carried on by gentlemen who 
may fairly be considered as representative citi- 
zens, and their special fitness for their present 
duties is best evidenced by the high esteem in 
which the enterprise is held among those most 
conversant with its operations. The President, 
Mr. Franklin Reed, is a native of this city, as is 
also the Cashier, Mr. Henry Fames. The Board 
of Directors is made up of Messrs. Franklin 
Reed, Alfred Lamonte, W. F. Moses, H. F. 
Morse and John G. Morse. The Bank has a 
capital of $100,0(10, and a surplus of $30,000, and 
is in most excellent financial condition, being 
thoroughly well perpared for the carrying on of 
a General Banking Business. Its career has 
been a most honorable one, and its future 
gives every indication of being worthy of its 
past histoiy. 



inexperienced, are charged the same rates and 
used the same way. Men's, Boys' and Youths' 
Clothing is kept in stock in great variety, and 
one may visit this store with the full assurance 
that a perfect fit is to be had there. The gar- 
ments dealt in are of new and stylish cut and 
materials, and are thoroughly well-made, being 
durable as well as handsome. A complete out- 
fit may be bought here, for Hats, Caps and 
Furnishing Goods are all handled largely, and 
quoted at bottom prices. No more popular 
store can be found in town than this, and il is 
gratifying to record a success so intelligently 
worked for and so honestly won. 



B. B. C. C, Dealers in Men's, Youths' and 
Children's Clothing, Hats, Caps and Furnishing 
Goods, Bertram L. Filene, Manager, Front 
Street, Opposite Elm. Bath. The mystic letters 
" B. B. C. C.," have occasioned a good deal of 
natural curiosity since they were brought 
before the public in connection with the popu- 
lar Clothing establishment located on Front 
Street, opposite Elm, and many have been the 
guesses made as to what they stand for. Thev 
might mean " Big Bath Clothing Concern," 
and still be entirely justified by the facts, for 
there is not a house in this city dealing in simi- 
lar goods that offers more genuine inducements 
to its customers. The proprietor of the enter- 
pise is Mr. William Filene, who resides in Lynn, 
the manager being Mr. B. L. Filene, a native of 
Lynn, Mass. The " B. B. C. C." occupies two 
fioors and employs three assistants, who give 
prompt and courteous attention to every caller, 
and carry into effect the guiding principle of the 
establishment— uniform politeness and fair 
dealing to all. This is emphatically a "one- 
price" store, and rich or poor, experienced or 



M. M. Lemon t. Boots and Shoes, Centre 
Street, B;»th. It is not an easy thing to carry a 
sufficiently large and varied stock of Boots and 
Shoes to enable all tastes to be suited, but ex- 
perience will do wonders, and during the three 
years that Mr. M. M. Lemont has carried on 
his present establishment on Centre Street, he 
has guned a very accurate idea of what is 
wanted by those to whom he caters. His store 
is 20x45 feet in dimensions, and employment is 
given to two efficient assistants, thus assuring 
prompt service to all. Boots and Shoes of all 
descriptions are handled by Mr. Lemont, and if 
he cannot fit and suit you, you must be a very 
exceptional person. Of course the quality of 
the stock on hand is governed in a great measure 
by the rime of year, but one is always sure to 
find within it, thick boots and thin boots, shoes 
for hard service and shoes for dress purposes, 
together with full lines of slippers, rubbers, etc. 
One popular featuie of Mr. Lemont's manage- 
ment, is his guarantee that each article sold 
shall prove just as represented, and inexper- 
ienced buyers can depend absolutely on this 
warrant being lived up to in every respect. 
Repairing is done at short notice, and prices in 
every department are very reasonable. 

S. J. Watson, Brass Founder, Broad Street, 
Bath. The art of casting metals has been 
bi'ought to great perfection of late years in this 
country, ami results are now attained that 
would have been looked upon as impossible a 
quarter of a century ago. Casting in brass is 
one of the most advanced departments of this 
industry, for this composition is comparatively 
easy to handle, and everybody has'some idea of 
the immense variety of articles that are wliolly 
or partially composed of it. A Brass Foundry 
that will compare favorably, as regards the 
excellence of the work done, with any similar 
establishment in this section, is that carried on 
by Mr. S. J. Watson on Broad Street. This in- 
dustry was founded in 18li8, and during the 
score of years it has been in operation, it has 
gained a reputation that is as high as it is well- 
deservd. Mr. Watson, who is a native of 
Castine, has always given close personal atten- 
tion to every detail of his business, and has 
neglected no means to improve the efficiency 
of the establishment, and the record it has for 
uniformly superior work and prompt filling of 
orders, shows the i-esult of such business meth- 
ods. Two floors are occupied, measuring 35x85 
feet. The most improved facilities are provided, 
and parties wishing anything in Mr. Watson's 
line, would do well to take advantage of his 
excellent work and low prices. 



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People's Twenty-Five Cent Savings 
Sauk, Galen C. Moses, Presideut, V. W. Weeks, 
Treasurer, Bath. An institution fur which we 
feel a hearty respect, and which we take espec- 
ial pleasure in calling the favorable attention 
of our readers to, is that whose title heads this 
article, the People's Twenty five Cent Savings 
Bank. It is well named. Since its inception a 
score of years ago, it has been carried on in the 
interest of the peuijle, has been so managed as 
to conclusively prove that the intention of 
those having it in charge, is to provide a place 
where the public may leave savings and feel 
perfectly confident that they are even more se- 
cure than if in the custody of the owners. 
Thus there is an additional incentive given to 
save, and working men and women are made to 
feel thatpiudence and economy really pay in 
more senses than one. It is not high interest 
that should be regarded so much as safety, in 
the making ol an investment by those of lim- 
ited means, and the majority of working peo 
pie, even though they do not enjoy the advan- 
tages for obtaining correct information on 
financial matters that some others may, thor- 
oughly understand that under all ordinary cir- 
cumstances, a high rate of interest and reason- 
able security are incompatible. Do not put 
your money into enterprises which promise 
fabulous returns; such chances would not le- 
quire advertising were they genuine, and specu- 
lation should be left to those who can afford it. 
Then again, you want your money where you 
can get it at short notice in case of emergency, 
and the People's Twenty-five Cent baviugs 
Bank is just such a place, all unnecessary for- 
malities being avoided and prompt and polite 
attention being assured to all. The institution 
is in charge of Mr. Galen C Moses. President, 
Mr. F. W. Weeks, Treasurer, and Messrs. James 
D. Robinson, John U. Kelley, L^. S. Hunt and G. 
S. Preble, Trustees. These gentlemen require 
no introduction to our readers for they are all 
well known, and their place in the community 
is marked and high. 13epusits approximating 
$.300,000 are held, and the surplus above actual 
liabilities amouuts to.some $3'),0U0 the resources 
of the bank lying in mortgages, Public Funds 
and Bank Stock almost entirely. 



J. G. Wasbburn, Dealer in Musical Instru- 
ments, Pictures and Frames, Stationery, etc., 30 
Center Street, Bath. The very handsomest fur- 
nished house that could be produced, would be 
bare and incomplete without the presence of 
pictures, and as there is no home so beautiful 
but what such works of art will improve it, so 
there is none so mean and humble but what a 
well chosen engraving or photograph can 
brighten it up wonderfully. There is no need of 
spending a great deal of money, unless one is 
perfectly able to do so, and in fact it is really 
surprising how far a few dollars will go in the 
purchase of IMctures and Frames. It is, how- 
ever of no small importance to know where to 
buy, for there are dealers and dealers, and while 
some are very moderate in their prices, others 
seem to believe in keeping works of art out of 
the reach of common people. This is by no 
means the principle on which Mr. J. (J. VVash- 
buiu does business, and if you want proof of 
this, just visit his store at No. 36 Center Street; 



you will find it well-stocked with Pictures and 
Frames of all kinds, and should you leave an 
order for a Frame, it will be filled at surpris- 
ingly short notice and at bottom rates. Mr. 
Washburn is a native ol Massachusetts and a 
member of the Knights of the Golden Cross. 
He has carried on his present enterprise since 
18SG, and has already built up a flourishing 
trade. Artists' Materials of standard quality 
are dealt in in great variety, and Stationery is 
handled to some extent, while Pianos and Or- 
gans may be bought here to better advantage 
than at some much more pretentious establish- 
ments. Mr. Washburn carries a very large va- 
riety of Pianos and Organs, ranging in prices 
— Pianos, from $1.50 up, and Organs ranging 
from $.50 up. These goods are sold for cash or 
oninstallinents cheaper than the same quality in 
the Boston or New York markets. He also carries 
a large variety of Violins, Banjos, Guitars, etc. 

Watson & Co., Dealers in Stoves, Fur- 
naces, Ranges, Tin, Iron and Copper Ware, 
House Fuinisliing Goods, Galley and Cabin 
Outfits, Vessels' Stoves, Water Closets, Lead 
Pipe, Sheet Lead, etc., Ac. ; House and Ship 
Plumbers, 102, 104 Front, Head of Broad Street, 
Bath. The firm of Watson & Co., is a repre- 
sentative one in every sense of the word, and 
the magnitude of their business will compare 
favorably with that of any house in the State 
engaged in a similar line of trade. Operations 
were begun in 1853, by Messrs. S. J. tfe W. H. 
Watson, both of whom are natives of Castine, 
Me., and are well known personally throughout 
Bath and vicinity. The premises occupied are 
located at Nos. 102 and 104 Front Street, Head 
of Broad, and comprise three floors, each of 
which measures 4Ux65 feet. A very heavy and 
varied stock is carried, consisting of Stoves, 
Furnaces, Ranges, Tin, Iron and Copper Ware, 
together with House Furnishing Goods, Galley 
and Cabin Outfits, Vessels' Stoves, Water Clos- 
ets, Lead Pipe, Sheet Lead, etc., the goods being 
obtained from the most reliable sources, and 
being guaranteed in every instance to prove 
just as represented. Employment is given to 
six efficient assistants, and House and Ship 
Plumbing of all descriptions will be done to 
to order at short notice, and at a moderate price. 
The paramount importance of having Plumbing 
Work done in an honest and scientific manner, 
is now too generally understood to render it 
necessary to dwell upon the subject, for so 
many dangerous and even deadly diseases have 
been traced to defective Plumbing, that care- 
lessness in this respect is inexcusable. Misssrs. 
Watson & Co. have every facility at their com- 
mand to do House and Ship Plumbing as it 
should be done. They have that knowledge of 
ways and means which can only come from 
exjierience, and they employ only skilled and 
trustworthy workmen, the result being that 
their work has an enviable reputation for effi- 
ciency and durability. The lowest rates consis- 
ient with the attainment of the best results, are 
quoted on large and small orders, and the rule 
*' the best is the cheapest," is proved by the 
experience of their customers. The latest im- 
proved Stoves, etc., may be bought of this firm 
at the lowest market rates, and any information 
concerning such goods will be cheerfully given 
on application. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



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C. W. ClifTord, Jeweler, Batb. The most 
of us find it pleuty hard enough to get a living 
under the most favorable circumstances, and 
hence cannot afford to hamper ourselves in any 
avoidable manner. This being the case, v^hat 
further argument is necessary as to the import- 
ance of carrying a reliable watch? "Time is 
money," says the proverb, and no man is in a 
position to waste his own or his neighbor's 
time with impunity. Without a reliable time- 
piece in your pocket, you cannot be sure of 
filling any agreement as agreed upon, and 
therefore it is of the utmost importance that 
everyone should own a dependable watch. It 
is not necessary to pay an extravagant price for 
an aiticle of this kind, for modern invention 
has reduced the cost of watches wonderfully, 
and while time is now more valuable than ever 
before, the machines for measuring it were 
never so excellent and cheap. A good place to 
buy a watch is at the establishment of Mr. C. 
VV. Clifford, located on Front Street. This 
gentleman makes a specialty of Waltham and 
Elgin Watches, but can furnish an article of 
an}' reliable make. He has carried on business 
here since 1877, and has built up a good busi- 
ness by low prices and honorable dealing. Mr. 
Clifford was born in Bath, and is a member of 
Polar Star F. and A. M., Montgomery and St. 
Bernard R. A. C, also Dunlap Commandery, 
No. 5, K. T. He served the City Council as 
Common Councilman in 1888, was re-elected in 
1889. His store measures 20x40 feet, and his 
stock includes Diamonds, Jewelry, Silver Ware, 
Clocks, etc., as well as Watches. It is varied 
and skillfully selected, comprising fashionable 
novelties of the most popular description, which 
are quoted at very reasonable rates, as indeed 
are all the articles offered at this popular store. 



James E. Haley, Lumber Yaid. Dealer 
in Doors, Sashes, Blinds, Shingles, Clapboards, 
Laths, Moldings, Gutters, Ship Plugs and 
Wedges, Stair Posts, Rails, etc. ; Contactor and 
Builder, Commercial Street, Bath. Among the 
best-known dealers in Lumber and Building 
Stock in Bath and vicinity, mention should be 
made of Mr. James E. Haley, who has carried 
on operations in this city (of which he is a 
native) since 186(5. The premises utilized are 
located on Commercial Street, and include a 
Lumber Yard measuring 100 x 12o feet, and a 
building of the dimensions of 20x70 feet. Doors, 
Sashes, Blinds, Shingles, Clapboards, Laths, 
Moldings and Gutters, are very largely dealt 
in, together with Stair Posts, Rails, etc. Is also 
State Agent for tbe Patent Actinolite Cement 
Roofing, which is furnished and applied, and 
guaranteed fire and waterproof. M". Haley is 
in a position to supply anything in this line at 
the very lowest market rates, and can fill the 
heaviest orders at short notice. Particular 
attention is given to Contracting and Building, 
and those contemplating the erection of a house 
of any kind, would do well to acquaint them- 
selves with what advantages Mr. Haley is pre- 
pared to offer, He will furnish estimates on 
application, and, for many reasons which are 
too apparent to require detailed mention, is 
able to figure as closely as any builder in the 
State. Those dealing with him know that they 
are doing business with a responsible party, and 
this of itself is no small item to be considered. 



M. S. Dunning", Manufacturer of Clothing, 
Bath. When a man visits a Clothing Store and 
buys a suit for $7.00, $10.00. $1.5.00 or $20.00, as 
the case may be, it is very rarely that he bothers 
his head about the system of manufacture which 
permits the selling of ready-made garments at 
from 25 to 50 per cent discount from custom 
j prices. Yet this system is worthy of some 
thought, for it is the outgrowth of years of 
experience, and is as nearly perfect as human 
ingenuity can make it. One of its chief 
characteristics is the dividing up of operations 
into many specialties. One manufacturer makes 
coats, another pants and vests, and the help be- 
come so skilled in tbeir special duties as to be 
able to carry them on with surprising accuracy 
and speed. Among the largest Clothing Manu- 
facture! s in this section, mention must be made 
of Mr. M. S. Dunning, for this gentleman 
employs nearly 200 hands, and turns out Coats 
by the thousands. He begun operations in 1877, 
and his business shows a marked and gratifying 
increase annually. Notwithstanding the large 
scale on which operations are carried on, there 
is no conufsion, for everything is reduced to a 
system and each employe is held responsible for 
tire excellence of his or her work. Mr. Dunning 
is a native of Bath, and is very widely known 
among the trade. His productions are in active 
demand, for they are uniform in quality, and 
are always thoroughly and durably made. Mr. 
Dunning also keeps for sale or exchange, the 
best makes of Sewing Machines in tbe market, 
at prices that defy competition. 



S. L. Parrar, Manufacturer of Stoves and 
Tin Ware, Ship Plumber and Pump Repairer. 
Stove Repairing and House Work of all kinds 
done with neatness and dispatch. Stove and 
Range Linings constantly in stock, Haley's 
block. Centre Street, Bath. Tbe enterprise 
carried on by Mr. S. L. Farrar, in Haley's Block, 
Center Street, was started in 1879, and has since 
become one of the most prominent of its kind 
in the city. Mr. Farrar is a native of Sears- 
mont, Maine, and is connected with both the 
Free Masons and the Odd Fellows. He handles 
Stoves and Tin Ware in general besides doing 
Ship Plumbing, Pump Repairing etc., and acts 
as sole agent for tbe celebrated " Elmwood " 
Range, which in the the opinion of many ex- 
perienced housekeepers, combines more good 
points than any other stove in tbe market. 
Each of these ranges is sold under a strict 
guarantee that it will do all that is claimed for 
it, with proper handling, and the price will 
bear conparison with that at which any first- 
class range can be sold. Mr. Farrar gives 
especial attention to Stove Repairing and family 
work of all kinds, and can fill such orders at 
very short notice in a thorough and workman- 
like manner. A full selection of Stove and 
Range Linings is constantly in stock, and Stove 
goods in general are offered at bottom prices. 
Employment is given to two competent assis- 
tants and callers will be treated courteously 
and waited upon promptly. Any desired infor- 
mation will be cheerfully given, and those 
thinking of buying a range, will best serve 
tbeir own interests by investigating the merits 
of the "Elmwood." 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



353 



A. F. Williams, Grocer, Center Street, 
Bath. There is probably not a more firmly es- 
tablished business enterprise in this city than 
that carried on by Mr. A. F. Williams on Center 
Street, for this undertaking? was founded in 
1869, and known by the name of L. Williams & 
Brother, corner of Vine and Washington Sts. 
The firm was dissolved in 1S79, L. Williams 
continuing at the old stawd. A. F. Williams 
bought out the store on Center Street occupied 
by E. H. Turner and went into business for 
himself, one door from his present location, 
where he continued for four years, his business 
in the meantime had so increased that a larger 
store was a necessity. The one he now occu- 
pies at 69 Center, was newly constructed, and, 
like its predecessor, is full of the best goods the 
market affords. Mr. Williams is a prominent 
member of the Odd Fellows and has a very 
large circle of friends throughout the city and 
its vicinity. He handles Groceries and Meats 
in great variety, and occupies premises meas- 
uring 20x60 feet. The stock on hand is com- 
plete in every department and is well worthy of 
inspection, for it has been selected with care, 
especially for first-class trade, and is offered at 
the same prices often quoted on inferior goods. 
Sugar and flour are two of the most staple com- 
modities that can be named, and there is no 
household but what makes more or less exten- 
sive use of them. Mr. Williams supplies either 
in quantities to suit, and we ask particular at- 
tention to the Flour, Corn, Meal, and Grain of 
all kinds. Butter and Cheese are specialties of 
this house and of the very finest quality. The 
Finest Patent Roller Flour and the Common 
Grades are sold by the bag or barrel at abso- 
lutely bottom rates. Teas and Coffees are also 
dealt in largely, and the assortment of Canned 
Goods on hand is of choice quality, and is do- 
serving of examination. 

J. F. HaydeQ, Coal, Wholesale and Retail, 
yard, Commercial Street, north of Boston 
Steamboat landing. Office, opposite Sagada- 
dahock House, Bath. The old saying "an 
ounce of fact is worth a ton of theory" is as 
true as it is old, and cases come up daily to 
prove that this is correct. Some people say 
that Coal cau be bought to as much advantage 
of one dealer as of another, when similar quan- 
tities are ordered ; this perhaps may be theo- 
retically true — practically, the reverse is the 
case. It does not require a very extended ex- 
perience to convince any person that more gen- 
uine satisfaction is to be had from placing 
orders with some houses than with others, and 
when Coal is wanted, there is no establishment 
in Bath, that it is more profitable to patronize 
than that conducted by Mr. J. F. Hayden. 
This gentleman has an office opposite the Saga- 
dahock House, and the yard is located on Com- 
mercial Street, north of the Boston Steamboat 
Landing. This yard covers about half an acre 
and contains storage capacity for 4000 tons of 
coal. Mr. Hayden is a native of Bath and has 
been identified with his present enterprise since 
1879. He handles Coal very extensively, doing 
a wholesale and retail business, and employing 
five competent assistants, while the lowest 
market rates are always quoted by Mr. Hayden, 
the quality of the Coal furnished is strictly re- 
liable, and as consumers appreciate good Coal, 

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good weight and good service, it is not to be 
wondered at that this, is one of the most large- 
ly patronized enterprises of this kind* in this 
vicinity. 

Spiuney & Haye*!, Manufacturers of and 
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in C(mfecti(niery, 
Nuts, Figs, etc. 152 Front Street, Bath. Messrs. 
Spinney & Hayes began operations in 1838, and 
the magnitude of their present business proves 
that the public are quick to appreciate genuine 
merit and enterprising methods; for the firm 
in question have striven from the first to handle 
only dependable goods, and to offer the best 
possible service to their patrons; and the 
degree of success attained is significantly in- 
dicated by the prosperity noticeable in connec- 
tion with their establishment. The concern is 
made up of Messrs. E. E. Spinney and F. W. 
Hayes, both of whom were born in this city. 
They are manufacturers of and wholesale and 
retail dealers in Confectionery and Ice Cream, 
and also handle Nuts, Figs and Foreign and 
Domestic Fruits very extensively. The premi- 
ses utilized ad-e located at No. 152 Front Street, 
and comprise one largo apartment measuring 
40x22 feet, and a work-room of the dimensions 
of 15x25 feet. A very large and varied assort- 
ment of Confectionery is constantly on hand, 
and as the firm are manufacturers as well as 
dealers, it is obvious that they are in a position 
to know and to guarantee the quality of the 
goods composing the same. Pure, fresh Candy, 
free from injurious flavoring matter, will hurt 
no one, and we take jjleasure in calling the at- 
tention of our readers to the Candies etc., 
offered by this firm, for we are confident that 
they are healthful, and we know they are de- 
licious to the taste. The prices quoted ai-e very 
low, and every caller is assured prompt and 
polite attention. Messrs. Spinney & Hayes have 
the best of facilities for large or small orders. 



Highest Award For OurjExhibit.' 




J. T,: DOflNELL & CO.. 

— ilANUFACTCRERS OF— 

From Manila, American, Russia and Sisal Hemp. 

—DEALERS IN— 

WIRE KOPE, OAKUM, &c. 

■\xrasliiiigrtoDa St., Batli. 

J. T. Donnell, C. R. Donnell, J. G. Donnell. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



S. Dillaway, Manufacturer of all kinds of 
Thin Clothing, and agent for the Kemington, 
White, Household and New Home Sewing 
Machines, Houses to rent, Bath. In a general 
way, everybody realizes that the fifty millions 
of inhabitants contained in this country must 
be clothed somehow, but very few stop to think 
of the magnitude of the job. It is made all the 
larger by the variability of our climate, for a 
suit that would be entirely comfortable at one 
time of year, would be insufferably hot at 
another. But " many hands make light work" 
and that there are " m my hands" engaged in 
the mannufacture of clothing hereabouts, may 
b>3 seen from the fact that a single maker, Mr. 
S. Dillaway, doing business on Centre Street, 
employs three hundred assistants. The gen- 
tleman mentioned, manufactures all descrip- 
tions of Thin Clothing and occupies premises 
of the dimensions of 20x65 feet, comprising 
two floors. He is well known to dealers 
throughout the State, and the product of his 
work rooms finds a ready and constant sale. 
Mr. Dillaway has been identified with his 
present line of business since 1857, and was 
born in Belfast. He acts as agent for the 
"Remington" the " White " Household and 
New Home Sewing Machines, and can quote 
bottom prices on any one of these popular arti- 
cles, Mr. Dillaway is heavily interested in real- 
estate matters and is looked upon as a high 
authority concerning such. He has many de- 
sirable houses to rent, and no one contemplat- 
ing an investment in local real estate should 
omit giving him a call. 



George Snell, successor to Samuel D. 
Haley, Manufacturer and Dealer in House and 
Ship Furniture, Feathers, Mattresses, Looking- 
Glasses, (fee, Warehouse at the old stand. Front 
Street, Bath. One of the landmarks of Bath, 
is the building occupied by Mr. George Snell as 
a furniture warehouse, for this structure was 
erected over half a century ago and has been 
identified with the Furniture business since 
1837, operations having been begun at that 
time by Mr. Samuel D. Haley who was suc- 
ceeded by the present proprietor in 1882. Mr. 
Snell was born in Boston, Mass., and is gener- 
ally regarded as one of the most enterprising, 
as ho is certainly one of the most popular, mer- 
chants in this city. The premises occupied, 
are of the dimensions of 25x60 feet and com- 
prices three floors, a very heavy stock being car- 
ried consisting of House and Ship Furniture, 
Feathers, Mattresses, Looking Glasses and House 
Furnishing Goods in general. One reason of 
the high standing held by this establishment, 
is the perfect dependence that may be jdaced 
on the quality of the articles sold here. Mr.; 
Snell takes his cutomers into his confidence I 
and uses them as he would like to be used him- 
self were the positions reversed. While prices j 
here rule as low as anywhere, in no case is mere , 
show attained by the sacrifice of genuine merit, 
and as a consequence Mr. Siiell's goods have a | 
well earned reputation for durability and gen- j 
eral excellence. The assortment carried is suf- j 
ficiently varied to make it easy to find articles 
suited for use under all circumstances, and 
polite assistants are at hvnd to lend all desired I 
aid, in making a selection. 



John L. Piiringtoii, Dealer in Dry Goods, 
and full assortment of Mme. Demorest's relia- 
ble Patterns, .3 Bank Block, near the Post Office, 
Front Street, Bath. One of the oldest estab- 
lished busiuHSs enterprises carried on in this 
city, is that of which Mr. .John L. Purington is 
the proprietor, located at No. 3 Bank Block, 
near the Post Office, Front Street. The under- 
taking in question is as well-known as it is 
well-established, for Mr. Purington does a 
large business, and there are very few ladies 
who think of "shopping" in Bith, without 
calling at this popular store. Taere they are 
sure to find as fine a line of Dry Goods as can 
be shown in this vicinity, and are also sure of 
being courteously received and promptly 
waited upon. The premises occupied, comprise 
one floor and a basement and measure 20x00 
feet. The stock on hand consists of Dress 
Goods, Laces, Hamburgs, Gloves, Hosiery, Hoop 
Skirts, Corsets, Gossamer Capes, Table Linen, 
Mme. Demorest's Reliable Patterns, Cloth for 
men and Boys wear etc., and embraces all the 
most fashionable novelties, in addition to the 
staple goods always in demand. Mr. Purington 
was born in Bath, and is a member of the Free 
Masons. He begun operations in 1861, and has 
therefore been identified with his present busi- 
ness for considerably over a quarter of a cen- 
tury. As may be supposed, he has an excep- 
tionally thorough knowledge of it in every de- 
partment, and as he enjoys the most favorable 
relations with wholesalers, he is in a position 
to buy to the best advantage, and therefore to 
offer his patrons reliable goods at prices as low 
as can be named on articles of equal excellence. 



J. H. SUepartl, House, Ship, Sign, Fresco, 
and Ornamental Painting, Gilding, Glazing and 
I Paper Hanging, 7S7 Washington Street, Bath. 
It is rather curious, how reluctant some people 
are to spend a dollar on Painting, for it would 
seem as if everybody must understand that 
there is some use to jDaint, aside from its value 
for ornamental pui poses, "Beauty is only skin 
deep " it is true, but a surface beautified by 
paint, is made more durable as well as more 
pleasant to the eye, and henca a gain is made 
in two ways. There is one thing however that 
should be borne in mind, and that is, that the 
kind of stock used and the manner in which it 
is applied, have everything to do with the econ- 
omy of the process. Cheap and poor stock is 
practically useless, and even good stock must 
be used properly to got satisfactory results. 
The moral is plain, have your painting done by 
a reputable man, who has a reputation for skill 
as well as for honesty. No one could be found, 
more exactly filling these requirements, than 
j Mr. J. H. Shepird of this city, and since he 
I founded his present business in 1874, ho has 
repeatedly proved himself capable of unrier- 
taking anything in the house-painting anddeco- 
ratiug line, and carrying it out to the entire 
satisfaction of all parties concerned. Mr. Shep- 
ard is a native of Bath, and his place of business 
is conveniently located at the corner of Center 
and Washington Streets. Employment is given 
to an average force of six assistants, and all 
orders are filled at short notice, and at the low- 
est rates consistent with the use of standard 
stock and the employment of skilled labor. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



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J. C. Higgins & Son, Photographers, 
Landscape Work and Interiors a Specialty, 
Front Street, Bath. The art of Photography 
has its divisions and sub- divisions, the same as 
any other industry or profession of equal im- 
portance, and in order to be sure of obtaining 
the best possible results, it is an excellent idea 
to learn what photographers make specialties 
of certain things, and to place orders accord 
ingly. For instance, if anything in the line of 
Landscape or Interior Work is wanted, it would 
be foolish to go a pho! ographer who seldom or 
never does anything in this department, when 
such a house as that of Messrs. J. C. Higgins & 
Son exists, for the firm in question make a 
specialty of Landscape Work and Interiors, 
and obtain effects which would otherwise be 
impossible. Mr. J. C. Higgins began operations 
over a quarter of a century ago, for it was in 
1862 that he started his present enterprise. In 
1887 his son became associated with him under 
the present firm-name, and the future of the 
business looks as promising as its past has been 
honorable. Mr. Higgins is a native of Boston, 
and is connected with the Free Masons, the Odd 
Fellows and the Knights of Pythias. It is 
hardly necessary to mention that he is extremely 
well-known throughout this vicinity, for during 
his long business career, it is but natural that 
he should have made many friends and almost 
innumerable acquaintances. The premises util- 
ized are located on Front Street, and are of the 
dimensions of 18x75 feet. They are very com- 
pletely equipped, and every facility is at hand 
for the prompt and artistic filling of orders. 
Employment is given to three assistants, and 
Portraits, Landscapes or Interiors will be fur- 
nished at short notice, finished in the highest 
style of the art, at prices that are sure to prove 
entirely satisfactory. 



Read Nicliols, Dealer in Lime, Cement, 
Hair, Sand, Calcine Plaster, Centers and Brack- 
ets, Fire and Common Brick, Pressed Hay, 
Cement and Akron Pipe for Drains, etc.. Com- 
mercial Street, Bath. It is obvious that those 
houses dealing in Building Materials must 
occupy a very important place in the com- 
munity, for building is constantly going on, 
and the demand for Lime, Cement, Bricks, etc., 
is correspondingly great. Prominent among 
those dealing in these and similar commodities, 
is Mr. Read Nichols, doing business on Com- 
mercial Street, in this city, and those wishing 
anything in the line of Cement, Hair, Sand, 
Calcine Plaster, Centers and Brackets, Fire and 
Common Brick, etc., should by all means give 
him a call, as he is prepared to quote bottom 
prices on strictly reliable articles. Pressed Hay, 
Drain Pipe, (Cement and Akron) are also han- 
dled very extensively, and mason work is done 
at very short notice in a thoroughly satisfac- 
tory manner-. Mr. Nichols was born in Bow- 
doin. Me., and has been identified with the 
present enterprise since 1876. The premises 
utilized by him comprise a store of the dimen- 
sions of 20x70 feet, and yard room measuring 
20x40 feet. A sufficient number of assistants 
ai-e employed to enable all orders to be attended 
to without delay, and the stock on hand is so 
varied and complete as to render it easy to meet 
all demands at short notice. Only goods of 
standard quality are handled, and satisfaction 
is guaranteed to every customer. 



Johnson Bros., (Successors to George 
Fisher), Ship Chandlery and Hardware of All 
Descriptions, Paints, Oils and Varnishes, Agents 
for the New Bedford Cordage Co., Front Street, 
Bath. An establishment doing a very large 
business and occupying a foremost position 
among similar houses in this section, is that 
carried on by Messrs. Johnson Brothers on 
Front Street. This enterprise had its inception 
in 1847, under the management of Messrs. Ken- 
dall, Richardson & Co., the present firm suc- 
ceeding Mr. George Fisher in 1885. It is made 
up of Messrs. George W., Edward F., and Ern- 
est A. Johnson, all of whom are natives of Bath, 
Edward F. being connected with both the Free 
Masons and the Odd Fellows. Both a wholesale 
and retail business is done, and the premises 
occupied comprise two floors and a basement, 
measuring 25x70 feet, and a storehouse 35x60 
feet in size, containing two floors and a base- 
ment. Ship Chandlery is very extensively dealt 
in, and Hardware of All Descriptions is also 
handled very largely. Messrs. Johnson Brothers 
act as Agents for the New Bedford Cordage Co., 
John A. Roebling's Sons' Co. Wire Rope, J. B. 
Cai-r & Co.'s Troy Chain Works, American Ship 
Windlass Co. of Providence, R. I., Taunton Cop- 
per Co., Woodbury Duck, etc., all of which are 
the leading houses in the Ship Chandlery busi- 
ness in New England; also Agents for the 
Buckeye Mowing M-ichine. A full line of Paints, 
Oils and Varnishes is offered to select from, and 
orders can be filled without delay, any desired 
quantity being furnished at bottom prices. The 
management of this enterprise is liberal and 
progressive, and customers will find that their 
interests are considered as identical with those 
of the firm. No false representations are made 
under any circumstances, and mistakes will be 
cheerfully rectified, if due to any fault of the 
concern or its employes. 



T. L. Nicbols, Dealer in Provisions, Gro- 
ceries and Ship Stores, Corner of Washington 
and South Streets, Bath. It is not difficult to 
obtain a correct idea of the estimation in which 
the establishmnt carried on by Mr. T. L. Nichols, 
at the corner of Washington and South Streets, 
is held by its patrons and by the public in gen- 
eral, for few, if any enterprises of the kind, 
located in this city, are better known or more 
highly spoken of. Mr. Nichols is a native of 
Geoi-getown, Maine, and has been identified 
with the establishment referred to since 1869, 
so that there has certainly been ample oppor- 
tunity for him to make the public familiar with 
his methods. One floor and a basement are 
occupied, their dimensions being 20x50 feet, 
and employment is given to two efficient assist- 
ants. The stock on hand bears evidence of 
skillful selection, and comprises Provisions, 
Groceries and Ship Stores in almost endless 
variety. Mr. Nichols is in a position to obtain 
his supplies on as advantageous terms as any 
dealer in town, and as he is satisfied with small 
profits, it follows that his prices will bear the 
severest comparison with those quoted by other 
houses. We need hardly say that no misrepre- 
sentation'is allowed in this establishment, 'for no 
store could hold the reputation that this one 
does unless it were conducted on strictly honor- 
able principles. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



A. J. Snow, Merchant Tailor, Front Street, A. Hatch, Photographer, Front Street. 
Bath. One of the Ijest ways in which to save Bath. It is a curious fact that many leople 
money, is to know how to spend it, and who would never think of placinj? all artiL\s on 
although this may seem a paradox, it is never- ! a level, seem to belive that all photograpb^-"* 
theless undeniably true. The question of first can attain equally good results. Even were 
cost is, to be sure, an imijortant one, but it is photography purely a mechanical process, 
no more so than several others which should be (which is by no means the case), this assump- 
considered when making purchases, for dura- tion would be illogical, for everyone knows that 
bitity, fit, suitableness, etc., all have a decided mechanics following the same trade vary greatly 
bearing on the question of whether clothing, | in skill, and when it is borne in mind that a 
for instance, be clieap or dear. A thoroughly- : perfect photographic portrait is the result of 
made custom garment will, with proper usage, ; artistic '• retouching," lightning, etc., and that 
look shapely and trim after six months of these processes must be varied to suit different 
wear, while a ready-made article will gen- | individuals, it becomes plainly evident that 
erally be shabby and unpresentable by that really first-class photographers arc artists as 
time. The different materials used in the i well. Compare such work as is done by Mr. 
trimmings, the difference in the care with which A. Hatch, at his studio on Front Street, with 
the sewing, etc., is done— all these points go to that too often set before the public, and the 
make up the superiority of custom work, and | difference is discernable at a glance. Mr. Flatch 
the slight difference in price is fully compen- has carried on business here fully a score of 
sated for, as those who have tried both kinds of years, having began operations in 18(i9, and his 
clothing will generally agree. Mr. A. J. Snow reputation is unsurpassed, having been built up 
of this city, is well-known among thosB who ! by conscientious and skillful work. He is a ua- 
pay careful attention to dress, and his establish- tive of Litchfield, and is connected with the 
ment on Front Street is a favorite resort with Free Masons and the Knights Templars. Three 
the most discriminating buyers. Premises of rooms are utilized, measuring 20x60 feet, and 
the dimensions of 20x00 feet are occupied, and all the facilities employed are first-class in kind, 
every facility is at hand to do a stricly first-class j and modern in style, euabling Mr. Hatch to 



merchant tailoring business. A full and skill 
fully selected assortment of Standard and Fash- 
ionable Fabrics is always kept on hand, and 
visitors will find both Foreign and Domestic 
Manufacturers of Fine Woolens fully repre- 
sented. Employment is given to from eight to 
ten efficient assistants, and the individuality of 
each customer is carefully studied, a perfect fit 
being guar-anteed. Mr-. Snow is a native of 



carry on photography, in its various branches, 
to the satisfaction of all concerned. Particular 
attention is given to the proper representation 
of ladies dresses, etc., and some very beautiful 
results have been obtained in this line. Chil- 
dren are also given especial care, and all work 
is done at very reasonable rates. 



L. H. Andrews, Merchant Tailor, Centre 
Bathi and is maj^ter of his business in every de- Street, Opposite City Hall, Bath. Every man, 
tail. His prices are low, and no poor work is j and especially every young man, owes it to him- 
allowed to leave his establishment. ', self to dress neatly and in good taste, for 

appearances have to be consulted in every-day 

C. A. Hooker, Manufacturer and Dealer j life, and dress certainly influences appearances 
in Coffee, Cream Tartar and Spices, Salt, Corn, j to a marked degree. There are many people who 



Meal. Feed, &g., Commercial Street, Bath. 
Grist mills are by no means so uncommon as to 
be special objects of inter-est to the public, but 
spice mills are not so frequently met with, and 
the community is so immediately and deeply 
concerned in the securing of a supply of Pur-e 
Spices, Coffee, etc., that an establishment which 



have all their clothing made to order-, and there 
doubtless would be many more, were it gener- 
ally understood that this involves no such great 
expense as is imagined by the majority. A call 
at L. H. Andrews' on Centre Street, opposite 
the City Hall, will result in much being learned 
regar-ding this matter-, for Mr-. Andrews is one 



provides these commodities is worthy of special of our leading Merchant Tailors, and is well- 
mention in our pages. Therefore we need not prepared to give information concerning Cloth- 
apologize to our readers for calling their atten- j ing and its cost. Premises of the dimensions 
tion to the enterprise carried on by C. A. of 20x60 feet are made use of, and employment 
Hooker on Commercial Street, for since this ] is afforded to four competent assistants. Mr. 
gentleman began operations in 1875, he has Andrews has carried on his pr-esent entei-prise 
gained an enviable reputation on account of the since 1876, and has built up a very satisfactor-y 
uniform excellence of the goods in which he amount of trade. The strong points of the 



deals. He has a well-equipped Grist, Spice and 
Salt Mill, also the largest Roller Mill in the 
State for Grinding Corn into Meal, and does a 
large and increasing business, both wholesale 
and retail, employing two competent assistants. 
Coffee, Cream Tartar and Spices of All Kinds 
are supplied in quantities to suit, and Salt, 
Corn, Meal, Feed, etc., are also offer-ed at the 
lowest market rates. As may be supposed from 
the facilities at his command, Mr. Hooker is 
able to fill orders without delay, and to meet all 
competition, both in quality and price. He is 
a native of Gardiner-, and his success is in a 
great measure due to the close personal atten- 
tion he gives to every detail of bis business. 



Clothing made at this establishment are the 
perfection of fit attained, and the durable nature 
of the garments turned out, while the prices 
are but a trifle in excess of those named on 
First-class Ready-made Clothing. Goods of all 
description are carried in stock, and both the 
man of fashion and the merchant of quiet taste, 
can here find fabrics expressly adapted to their 
use. Mr. Andrews is always fully up to the 
times as regards the adoption of the latest fash- 
ionable novelties, and his garments Avill not 
suffer by comparison with those produced at 
Portland, Boston, or other large cities. In fit, 
cut and style they ai-e unexceptionable, while 
for workmanship they are equalled by few. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATIT. 



357 




H. L. & W. E. Chase, Successors to H. L. 
Chase, Dealers in Provisions & Groceries, Teas, 
Coffees & Spices a specialty; also best grades of 
Flour, cor. Washington & Center Sts. ; also Pork 
Packers, Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Pork, 
Lard, Hams, Ribs, Bologna, Ham and Pork Sau- 
sages, Head Cheeses, etc., 77:^, 775, 777 Washing- 
ton St., Bath. The firm of H. L. & W. E. Chase 
is of comp natively recent origin, being formed 
in 1887, but the enterprise carried on by this 
concern was inaugurated over a quarter of a 
century ago, it being started by Mr. H. L.Chase 
in 1862. This gentleman is a member of the 
Free Masons and Mr. W. E. Chase is connected 
with the Knights of Pythias, both are natives of 
this city. Gioceries and Provisions are dealt in 
very extensively and particular attention is paid 
to the handling of Teas, Coffees, Spices and 
Molasses, some of the choicest grades in the 
market being constantly carried in stock and the 
prices being placed extremely low for goods of 
such superior quality. The most desirable and 
popular brands of Flour are also to be had at 
this store In quantities to suit as well as Canned 
Goods of every description. The store is 40x60 
feet in dimensions and employment is given to 
two efficient assistants besides a bookkeeper. 
A very important department of the business is 
that devoted to Pork Packing, this being carried 
on a large scale in a three story building 
measuring 40x40 feet. Here there are six assists 
ants employed and both a Wholesale and Retail 
trade is conducted. Pork in all its many forms 
being supplied at the very lowest market rates. 
Lard, Hams, Ribs, Bologna, Ham and Pork, 
Sausages, Head Cheese, etc., are all oflEered at 
moderate prices and orders will be filled at short 
notice, satisfaction being guaranteed. They 
have recently enlarged their quarters and added 
a full stock of Grain and Feed. Buying in car 
lots, shipped direct from the West they are en- 
abled to sell in large or small quantities at a low 
figure. In this as well as the other departments 
their trade is steadily increasing. 

J. S. j£ ckson & Sou, Block Manufactur- 
ers, Front Street, Bath. A well-known and old 
established house, and one of the oldest Block 
making estabiishmeuts in the country is that of 



J, S. Jackson & Son on Front 
Street. No better recommenda- 
tion can be asked for than the 
fact that this factory has stood 
the storms of competition suc- 
cessfuJly for one hundred years. 
This business was established 
by the father of the late William 
Ingalls. The latter succeeded 
to the business. On his death 
the present firm assumed con- 
trol and are excelling all pre- 
vious efforts, and are now 
to be excelled by no one 
in this country. 
The greatest 
stride which 
the Block in- 
dustry has wit- 
nessed is that 
of making a 
Block with the 
wearing parts 
so arranged that 

a sufficient amount of lubricant / 

is stored within the Block as ■ 

to keep the parts well oiled as 

long as the Block lasts, and al-,'i| 

though the quickest steam | 

hoisting has been done with ^ 

this new patent, yet there seems 

to be no end to the amount of 

work which can be done with 

hardly any perceptible wear. 

This new invention has been 

very successfully put forth by 

this firm. They also make a 

specialty of Galvanizing, and this department 

is the most thoroughly equipped in this part 

of the country, for vessel work of almost any 

length and size. 

W. Hawthorne, Merchant Tailor, Front 
Street, Ba«i. No man can afford to despise the 
influence of dress. There is, of course, such a 
thing as wasting money on clothing, but the 
mistake many men make is in going to the 
other extreme and dressing cheaply and shab- 
bily, and the result can hardly be favorable. To 
dress well and fashionably need not cost a great 
deal of money. Exercise discrimination in 
choosing a tailor, and be guided in some degree 
by his advice. It is for his interest to use you 
well, and it is for your interest to use him well. 
He will do his best to keep a steady customer, 
and you will find that a tailor accustomed to 
your form can fit you more perfectly than a 
stranger. Mr. W. Hawthorne of Front Street, 
has many a steady patron, for he has been in 
business here since 1844, and has built up an 
extensive and desirable trade. Our readers 
will find it very difficult to learn of an estab- 
lishment offering more solid advantages to its 
customers than this one, for Mr. Hawthorne is 
liberal in his methods and makes it a point to 
give a generous equivalent for all that he re- 
ceives. A Large and Varied Stojk of Fine 
Foreign and Domestic Suitings, ^tc, is con- 
stantly carried, so that selection is rendered an 
easy matter. Employment is given to from 
eigiit to ten competent assistants, and all that 
good workmanship and low prices can do to 
satisfy patrons, is done at this popular store. 




358 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 




This passage opens directly upon 
Mouse Island, where the first landing 
in the harbor ismade. To the left one 
and one-half ibiles is the beautiful and 
growing village of Boothbay. In front 
about a mile east is Spruce Point with 
its handsome evergreen woods and 
new club house and landing. Beyond 
lies Ocean Point, with its hotel and 
_ineat cottages. Seaward is seen Squirrel 
^Island with its hundred well-kept 
^cottages, chapel, hall, etc. 



Boothbay HarDor. Boothbay Harbor is 
situated on the coast of Maine between the 
mouths of the Kennebec and Damariscotta 
Rivers, distant about twelve miles from the city 
of Path in a direct line, and about sixteen 
miles by the winding course of the lovely deep 
water channel, which is navigated daily by the 
steamers running between Bath and Boothbay. 
This is one of the best locations on the coast of 
Maine for summer residences and tourists. 
Each year brings renewed evidence of this fact, 
in the increasing tide of summer travel which 
seeks rest and recreation among its picturesque 
islands and shores. Some of the best lands 
about this harbor have been taken up by land 
companies and other associations, and are being 
rapidly improved by building of roads, c'earing, 
gradiug and building of handsome cottages. 
Boothbay has a solid basis of prosperity in its 
safe, beautiful and capacious harbor, its pictur- 
esque surrounding hills and scenery, and its 
accessibility ti railroad and steamboat com- 
munication at Bath without making a rough sea 
trip. This harbor is a paradise to lovers of 
yachting, rowing and fishing. Its deep-shel- 
tered bays are free from strong tides and squally 
winds, and excellent fishing grounds are reached 
by less than an hour's sail. It is the constant 
resort of coasting and fishing vessels and pass- 
ing yachts and steamers. The town of Boothbay 
Harbor presents an exceedingly neat, cleanly 
and prosperous appearance, has good stores and 
markets, excellent roads and fine drives about 
the surrounding hills, from which views of the 
coast are constantly obtained of unsurpassed 
beauty. The town will soon be supplied with 
pure spring water from a system of water-works 
to be immediately built. Travelers are well 
provided for at two good public houses, and a 
fine summer hotel has been planned by the 
Boothbay Land Co., and will no doubt soou be 
erected. One of tUe great attractions of a trip 
to Boothbay is a sail on the lovely and pictur- 
esque route of the neat, fast steamers of the 
Eastern Steamboat Co. Crossing the Kennebec 
and leaving it directly opposite Bath, the 
steamer passes the draw-bridge spanning the 
narrow passage between Woolwich on the left 
and the island of Arrowsic on the right, crosses 
Nequasset Bay and enters the narrow tortuous 
and rushing waters of Hellgate, which soon 
widen into the broad bay of Hockomock, cross- 
ing which a narrow, deep channel is entered 
which divides the islands of Westport on the 
left from Georgetown on the right. After a 
beautiful sail the steamer enters the nar- 
row strait between Boothbay on the left 
and the island of Southport on the right. 



Geo. P. Davenport, Broker, Insurance, 
Bonds, Stocks, Shipping and Real Estate. Office 
over Telegiaph Office, opposite Sagadahock 
House, Bath. One of the busiest offices to be 
found in this city, is that of Mr. George P. 
Davenport, son of Hon. Charles Davenport, 
President of the Bath Savings Institution, also 
President of the Lincoln National Bank, located 
on Front Street, Opposite the Sagadahoc House, 
for this gentleman does a very extensive Brok- 
erage Business in Bonds, Stocks and Real 
Estate, and conducts one of the most popular 
Insurance Agencies in this section. He is a 
native of Bath, and is widely known here, hav- 
iug been identified with his present enterprise 
since 1878, Much of Mr. Davenport's popularity 
with the general public is due to the policy he 
pursues of cheerfully giving information relative 
to the varied interests which he represents. He 
recognizes the fact that many who wish to make 
in\estments have not time at their disposal to 
personally make investigation as to the desira- 
bility of the many securities on the market, and 
hence is always ready to lend the benefit of his 
experience and knowledge, or render any other 
aid that is in his power to give. Fire, Marine 
and Accident Insurance Policies are written in 
the most reliable and liberal companies, among 
those represented being the Lancashire Insur- 
ance Co., the Western Assurance Co., the Com- 
mercial Union Assurance Co., the Holyoke 
Mutual Insurance Co., the Traders' and Me- 
chanics' Mutual Insurance Co., and the Acci- 
dent Insurance Co. of North America, which 
have already paid out hundreds of dollars to 
Hath claimants alone. No more liberal terms 
can be made elsewhere than those offered by 
Mr. Davenport, and such of our readers as wish 
to obtain the most absolutely certain insurance 
at the lowest possible rates, will find it for their 
interest to place their orders here. But while 
Mr. Davenport has a large correspondence in 
connection with Insurance, Bonds, Stocks and 
Real Estate, the largest proportion of his busi- 
ness is in connection with Shipping. All classes 
of Shipping Property are Bought and Sold by 
Mr. Davenport. Being a large owner in Ship- 
ping, he is brought in contact with parties 
owning this kind of property, and knows the 
value of vessels. Parties having them for sale, 
and those wishing to buy, can obtain desirable 
information in connection with Shipping, as 
well as in regard to Bonds, Stocks, Real Estate 
and Insurance, by calling at the office of Geo. 
P. Davenport, Broker, Bath. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



359 




by closely connected con- 
cerns for nearly forty years 
in the same store. The 
Watch and Jewelry business 
has also in connection with 
it a large one in Nautical 
Instruments, Charts and 
Publications, Mr. Hayden be- 
inj,r agent of the U.S. Coast 
Survey, and also Hydio- 
graphic offices. His Jewelry 
and Silverwnre stock is both 
extensive and attractive, be- 
ing almost entirely of the 
latest styles and novelties, 
and v/ill pay an examination. 
Everything sold being war- 
1 anted to be as represented 
at the time of sale. 



Hotel Phoenix, formerly Bath Hotel, 716 
Washington Street, Bath. Terms $2.00 per 
day; Welch Bros.. Proprietors This Hotel is 
pleasantly situated on Washington Street, two 
minutes walk south from the depot. It com- 
mands a fine view of the Kennebec River and 
harbor. It has been thoroughly renovated and 
newly furnished; contains all the modern im- 
provements, such as electric lights, electric 
bells, hot and cold water, bath-rooms, &c., &g. 
Since March, 188S, when the house was opened, 
it has been favored by a liberal patronage, and 
all speak in praise of the management and ser- 
vice. Although new to the business, the Messrs. 
Welch Bros, have succeeded in placing the 
Phoenix to the front as one of the best two- 
dollar houses in the country. Tourists and 
traveling men will find at the Poenix all the 
comforts of home. 

Charles F. Hayden, Watches, Jewelry, 
Nautical Instruments and Publications, lU'i 
Front Street, Bath. Although the most of us 
think that we can select such commodities as 
clothing, groceries, boots, shoes, etc., or any 
articles in common use, with considerable con- 
fidence, when we buy Watches, Jeweley or 
Silverware, we depend almost entirely upou the 
honesty of the dealer. Of course all persons 
have tlaeir tastes in these articles, and know 
what suits them, so far as mere appearance is 
concerned, but, if we desire to be sure of our 
money's worth, and to know just what we are 
buying, it is obvi >us that ordinary prudence 
demands our purchasing anything in this line 
from thoroughly reputable dealers, and tbctse 
who neglect this precaution have only them- 
selves to blame if the result is not satisfactory. 
Without desiring to exalt one house at the 
expense of another, we must still call our read- 
ers attention to the advantages offered to ! 
patrons of the est iblishment of Mr. Charles F. j 
Hayden, 106 Front Street, for the goods sold 
here are not only excellent in quility, but are 
low priced, as a careful comparison will soon 
prove to anyone's satisfaction. Mr. Hayden, a 
native of this city, continues a business which i 
has been both actively and honorably carried on 



C. T. Hooper & Sons, Dealers in Wall 
Paper, Cuitains and Fixtures, Paints, Oils, etc.. 
154 Front Street, Bath. The enterprise carried 
on by Messrs. C. T. Hooper & Sons, in their ele- 
gantly fitted-up store. No. 154 Front Street, was 
inaugurated a quarter of a century ago, opera- 
tions having been begun by Messrs. Howes & 
Hooper in 18(34. In 188.3 Mr. C. T. Hooper be- 
came sole proprietor, and in 1889 the existing 
firm was formed. It is constituted of Messrs. 
C. T., C. H. and F. E. Hooper, the senior part- 
ner being a native of Skowhegan, while both his 
sons were born in this city. Mr. C. T. Hooper 
served in the army during the Rebellion, first 
acting as Oi-derly Sergeant and subsequently 
holding a commission as Lieutenant in the 
Third Maine. He was a member of the Bath 
City Council for five years, and is very widely 
known throughout this city and vicinity. The 
firm do a very large business, as may easily be 
judged from the magnitude and the variety of 
the stock carried, and the prices quoted on the 
goods offered go far to explain the popularity 
of the establishment, the lowest rates are 
adhered to, and the goods are in every instance 
guaranteed to prove as represented. The 
premises utilized comprise three floors, the 
ground floor being 54x18 feet in dimensions, 
while the combined area of the two upper 
floors is about the same. The store has recently 
been elaborately fitted up, and is supplied with 
electric lights and other modern improvements, 
the stock being displayed to excellent advan- 
tage, and customers being given every oppor- 
tunity to ch')ose intelligently and satisfactorily. 
The assortment of Wall Papeis includes the 
latest artistic novelties, as well as a full line of 
Staple Patterns, the lea ling manufacturers be- 
ing represented, and so great a variety of styles 
and shades offered that all tastes and all purses 
can be suited. Curtains and Fixtures, Paints, 
Oils, Varnishes, etc., are largely dealt in. Orders 
for Painting and Paper-Hanging will also be 
executed in first-class style. This is one of 
the most important departments of the busi- 
ness, and no concern iu the State has better 
facilities or a higher reputation to maintain. 



360 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BATH. 



D. T. Percy & Son, Dry Goods and Car- 
petings, (Percy Block); Crockery and Paper- 
Hanginss, (Union Block); Dry and Fancy 
Goods, (Granite Block), Bath. There are three 
mercantile entablishmeuts carried on in this 
city, each representative in its line and inde- 
pendent of the others, and yet all three are 
conducted by members of one familiy, under 
the common firm-niime of D. T. Percy & Son. 
The original estublishmeht is located in Percy 
Block, Fnint Street, and occupies three floors 
and a basuiueut, of the dimensions of 20x90 feet. 
Dry Goods and Garpotings are the chief commo- 
dities handled here, and the stock on hand is 
ceitainly large andvaiied enough to allow of 
all tastes and all purses being suited. Mr. D. 
T. Percy was born in this city, and has had 
more than thirty five years experience in his 
present line of business. lie caters to all classes 
of trade, sells every description of Floor Cover- 
ing, as well as Foreign nud Domestic Dry Goods 
in general, and quotes bottom prices on depen- 
dable articles in every department, employing 
seven courteous assistants, who show callers 
prompt and painstaking attention. Paper- 
Hangings are as iraportnnt as Carpets, where 
interior decoration is concerned, aud in order 
to choose such intelligently, no better course 
can be taken than to visit the spacious store in 
Union Block, can-ied on by Messrs. D. T. aud 
Frank H. Percy. This firm have been in busi- 
ness a little over ten years, and from the first 



have carried a full line of Paper-IIangings and 
Borders, which they offer at very reasonable 
prices. The stock comprises the latest artistic 
novelties, as well as more staple products, aud 
must be seen to be appreciated. Silverplated 
Ware, Crockery, Glass, Lamps, Chandeliers, 
etc., are also largely dealt in, the premises util- 
ized comprising three floors, measuring 20x90 
feet, the space thns obtained being fully availed 
of. Three assistants are employed, and goods 
will be cheerfully shown and prices given. The 
third and last of the stores to which this article 
has referrence is located in Granite Block, 
Front Street, and is devoted explessly to Dry 
aud Fancy Goods, Messrs. D. T. aud Augustus 
A. Percy being the proprietors. This enterprise 
has been un,der its present management since 
18S6, and is steadily developing, greater induce- 
ments being offered every year, and no pains 
being spared to continue to deserve the full 
confidence of the public. Two floors and a 
basement 20x00 feet in size are made use of, aud 
employment is given to five assistants. Dry and 
Fancy Goods of all kinds are dealt in, and a 
specialty is made of offering the latest novelties 
as soon ns they make their appearance in the 
maiket. It is generally conceded that no liouse 
in this section makes a better showing in this 
respect, and the prices quoted will also bear 
the most severe comparison with those named 
elsewhere. 




STATEMENT. 



Capital Subscribed, 
Capital Paid in (Cash), 
Surplus aud Undivided Profits, 

Assets, - - ^ - 



$2,000,000.00 

1,000,000.00 

115,444.82 

4,935,940.25 



SIX i ER CENT DEBENTURES 



AND 



GUARANTEED FARM MORTGAGES. 

The interest coupons of these Debentures and Mortgages are payable semi-annually at any of 
our offices, and the coupons will be accepted by all banks as cash. Our mortgages are upon 
improved farms only. We loan no money on the unduly stimulated property of the towns and 
cities. We loan no money upon any farm until the property has been examined by a salaried 
employe of the company, and the b »rrovver investigated. Our Debentures are secured by au equal 
amount of mortgages deposited with the American Lo;ui and Trust Co. of New York, as trustee, 
and are further secured by the capital aud assets of the Equitable Mortj^a^e Co. Also, 

IsJITJIDTI OII=»^^I-. BOlsTIDS. 



New York, 
Boston, 
Philadelphia, 
London, England, 



OFFICES 



SEND FOR PAMPHLET. 



208 Broadway 

117 Devonshire Street 

Fourth and Chestnut Streets 

150 Leadhall Street 



THEPEIKMUTOIILLIFEIIISUIIIIICECO., 

is one of the oldest and most reliable Life Insurance Companies in the city. It has is- 
sued its fortj'-first annual report. This excellent institution is a purely mutual organiza- 
tion — all profits being divided among the insured. Its directors are chosen by and from 
among the policj^-holders. The work of forty-one years is both admirable and grandly 
charitable. During this time it received .$30,684,408 in premiums; in interest, profits 
on stocks, etc., $9,392,990; in accrued interest, $89,049; increase in value of stocks, etc., 
.$416,176; and net deferred and unreported premiums, $350,277; making a grand total of 
$40,912,903. It has during this time paid in death claims $9,837,221 ; in matured endowments, 
$785,849 ; in surplus or dividends returned to policy-holders, $7, .505, 721 ; for surrendered and 
lapsed policies, $2,542,524 ; for re-insurance, $270,.594 ; taxes, $611,579 ; commissions, agency ex- 
penses, rents, salaries, etc., $5,571,984. The balance on hand an the first day of the present year 
was $13,787,428. Of this sum the life rate endowment accumulations, and the general surplus 
on a four per cent, basis, including returns to members not yet due, was $2,210,151. During the 
year just completed the company received in premiums, $2,640,561, and for interest, rents, etc. 
$717,464, making a grand total income of $3,358,025. It paid in death claims, $823,324; in ma- 
tured endowments, $75,237 ; for re-insurance, $4,269 ; for surrendered policies, $202,002, and in 
surplus returned to members, .$519,552. This was truly a good year's work. It is a notable fact, 
that during the whole history of the company the interest profit on stocks, accrued interest, 
and increased value of the stocks owned by the company, more than paid the entire death 
claims. It is a fact worthy of mention, that during the existance of this ofiice, the gains 
arising fi'om the actual being less than the tabular mortality, have been in the neighborhood 
of two millions of dollars. During the last year the company issued 5,666 policies, insuring 
$14,630,744. The total amount of insurance in force at the end of the year was $68,372,882. 
The following facts are significant : Tlie gain in new premiums during the year 1888 was $67,321 ; 
in renewal income, $222,249 ; in interest income, .$55,407; in gross income. $358,261 ; in assets, 
$1,187,169 ; and in insurance in force, $7,354,077. The company recently modified its policy con. 
tracts so as to embrace more liberal features than the former contracts. The new polices 
were made incontestable after two years, and the limits of residence were enlarged. The 
Board, recognizing the justice of extending these provisions, adopted a resolution declaring 
that ''on and after the first day of January, 1888, all members insured under policies then 
in force, issued by the company prior to January 1st, 1885, be and they are hereby declared 
entitled to all the provisions or advantages as to suicide, residence, travel and employment em- 
braced in the new forms of policies issued by the company." We are sure that in economy of 
management ; in careful selection of risks ; in careful investment of funds ; in liberality to- 
wards the policy-holders, and in returns of surplus, it is not a whit behind the largest and best 
of its peers. A call at the principal offices in this state, and a careful inspection of its books, 
reports and methods, will conserve the best interests of all our readers. Mr. A. M. Austin, 
general agent, 93 Exchange street, Portland, Me., is a native of Canton, Mg., and ranks 
among our most influential and honorable business men and citizens. 



A. M. AUSTIN, General Agent, 93 Exchange St., Portland. 



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